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Adjunct Instructor of Music - Saxophone

Millikin University · Decatur, IL · 1 wk ago
On-siteEducationFull-time

About the role

The Adjunct Instructor of Music–Saxophone position at Millikin University is a part-time, renewable role beginning August 2026.

Responsibilities

  • Teach applied lessons (classical & jazz)
  • Teach weekly studio classes to Millikin students
  • Additional teaching assignments in the Millikin Community Arts Academy

Requirements

  • Master’s degree required
  • Documented history of professional activity in performance (solo, chamber, orchestral, jazz)
  • Evidence of successful teaching
  • Ability to attract and retain students

Qualifications

  • Experience in performance (solo, chamber, orchestral, jazz)
  • Successful teaching record
  • Ability to engage students in professional experiences

Skills

  • Effective communication skills
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues
  • Strong organizational and time management skills

Benefits

  • Opportunity to teach at a NASM-accredited institution
  • Participation in a vibrant community of faculty and students
  • Access to a unique educational model called Performance Learning

Pay

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Schedule

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Benefits

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Application Instructions

To receive full consideration, please submit:

  • Letter of application
  • Statement of teaching philosophy
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Name and contact information of at least three professional references
  • A video recording of recent performances as a link

Candidates should be prepared to submit additional materials upon request.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

Offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of background check.

Millikin University is an equal opportunity employer.

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