Adjunct Faculty – Performance Studies
Position Overview
The Department of Performance Studies at Rider University seeks an adjunct instructor – Conductor of the Jubilee Singers – beginning in the fall semester, starting on Thursday, September 10, 2026. The Choir meets Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM. Salary is $4,215.98 for a 3-credit course. Please note that a full course is considered to have 9 students enrolled in the course. If a section is not full, 8 or fewer enrollees, the salary is prorated based on the number of students enrolled in the course.
Required Knowledge, Skills And Experience
- Demonstrated ability and experience in building fundamental musical and choral ensemble skills
- Demonstrated ability and experience preparing and conducting works from the African-American musical tradition
- Excellent conducting/rehearsal technique
- Ability to work well with others
- Highly Organized
- MM Music
Required Background
Satisfactory background and/or DMV checks required.
About the Role
Rider University is consistently recognized by The Princeton Review and U.S. News & World Report as a best college, and as a best-value institution. With more than 100 majors, minors and programs, 19 Division I athletic teams and 150-plus clubs and organizations, Rider Broncs create their own pathways to success with the support of the University community.
Pay
Salary is $4,215.98 for a 3-credit course. Please note that a full course is considered to have 9 students enrolled in the course. If a section is not full, 8 or fewer enrollees, the salary is prorated based on the number of students enrolled in the course.
Schedule
The Choir meets Tuesday and Thursday from 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM.
Benefits
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Qualifications
MM Music
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Equal Opportunity Employer
Rider University is committed to fostering an inclusive, vibrant living and learning community that embraces students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds and enables them to achieve success. Rider University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.