Part-Time Faculty: ENC 540.1 Saxophone Ensemble (Spring 2027)

About the role

The Setnor School of Music within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks a Part-time Instructor to teach ENC 540 Saxophone Ensemble, a one credit hour course, during the Spring 2027 semester. The instructor will serve as conductor for the Syracuse University Saxophone Ensemble. Rehearsals are held Tuesdays, 5:00–6:20 PM. The College of Visual and Performing Arts is committed to educating cultural leaders who engage and inspire audiences through performance, visual art, design, scholarship, and commentary, providing tools for self-discovery and risk-taking in an environment that thrives on critical thought and action.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in saxophone performance (minimum)
• Experience teaching studio saxophone at the collegiate level
• Experience leading a traditional saxophone ensemble (preferred)
• Performance credentials
• Strong attention to detail and knowledge of course content
• Demonstrated pedagogical ability
• Ability to relate well in classroom and one-on-one settings with college-level students

Responsibilities

• Conduct Saxophone Ensemble rehearsals as scheduled (Tuesdays, 5:00–6:20 PM)
• Build and maintain the saxophone studio
• Develop and/or update the class syllabus
• Prepare lectures, projects, and other student assignments
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours
• Present instruction aligned with course competencies and student performance levels
• Meet all designated class periods
• Submit completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades per University regulations
• Grade student assignments and exams in a timely manner
• Provide departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations
• Build positive rapport with students and other faculty