Percussion Virtual Teacher
Adjunct Faculty position at the University of North Texas, Denton campus. Salary: $40/hour, 0.48 FTE. Not retirement eligible. Security-sensitive position; no university vehicle required.
About the Department
The College of Music, among the largest in the nation, offers a comprehensive musical environment and unlimited opportunities for the pursuit of excellence in the musical arts for talented and dedicated musicians. The breadth of the musical experience includes the study and performance of the extended gamut of Western art music, the music of global cultures, and the creative contributions of contemporary jazz and electronic/experimental music.
About the Role
Teachers employed for this program will be scheduled to teach virtual private and group music lessons for up to 50 students in the Dallas ISD school district on their primary instrument. The hours of the position are flexible but will typically occur between 8:00 am and 5:00 pm.
Responsibilities
- Conduct private music lessons virtually to students within Dallas ISD's Virtual Private Music Lesson Program
- Keep lesson notes and communicate effectively with the VPML Administration
Requirements
- Must reside in the state of Texas
- Hold a BM, MM, GAC, or DMA from the College of Music at the University of North Texas
- Complete fingerprinting via IdentoGo upon hire at own expense
- Successfully pass Criminal History Check through Dallas ISD
Skills
- Ability to create engaging lesson plans that incorporate technology
- Strong communication and presentation skills for effective online teaching
- Ability to motivate and inspire students of all ages and skill levels
- Capacity to adapt teaching methods to individual student needs and learning styles
- Ability to provide constructive feedback and track student progress
- Knowledge of Texas UIL procedures and requirements
Physical Requirements & Environment
- Communicating with others to exchange information
- Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing
- Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
Schedule
Varied, with hours Monday through Friday between 8:00 am – 5:00 pm.