Berklee Online Instructor

About the Role

Under the supervision of the Senior Director of Online Education, the Berklee Online Instructor facilitates undergraduate and/or graduate courses for Berklee Online, the online extension school of the college. Berklee Online delivers access to Berklee’s acclaimed curriculum from anywhere in the world, offering award-winning online courses, multicourse certificate programs, and accredited undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

Responsibilities

• Post weekly announcements, including a course welcome and weekly introduction to the lessons
• Schedule and conduct weekly online Live Class sessions within each program cycle using web conferencing tools such as video and screen sharing
• Monitor discussion activities and respond to group and private messages from students
• Grade assignments promptly and provide personalized, detailed feedback
• Determine whether each participant has adequately completed the course requirements
• Participate in at least two out of four professional training sessions offered every academic year, either live via Zoom or by viewing archived recordings
• Remain current in grading all assignments submitted on schedule; handle late assignments consistently per instructor guidelines
• Deliver original, accurate, and current information and course materials, ensuring no copyright or legal violations
• Comply with all Berklee conduct policies, including the Relationships Policy and Equity Policy and Process
• Ensure no conflict of interest with other work or agreements, and obtain prior written consent from Berklee before engaging in similar online program development or delivery for other entities

All materials created for classroom instruction (e.g., discussion posts, private messages, live class feedback, announcements) are jointly owned by the Instructor and Berklee, and both parties may use them for any purpose.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
• Demonstrated subject matter expertise in the assigned course(s)
• Several years of experience teaching in a higher education setting
• Strong written and oral communication skills
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Reliable internet access, computer, and necessary software as dictated by the course requirements

Skills

• Excellent interpersonal skills, both written and spoken, with the ability to communicate professionally at all levels
• Ability to fulfill teaching requirements in a timely and consistent manner
• Strong understanding of the music and arts industries
• Ability to work in a self-directed manner
• Familiarity with online platforms and technologies
• Familiarity with contemporary music, music technology, and leading musical figures
• Working knowledge of various word processing and music education tools