Utah Valley University is committed to creating an inclusive employee and student experience for all regardless of race, color, national origin, gender, religion, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

The Department of Music seeks qualified adjunct instructors in music. The successful individual shall perform some or all of the following duties:

• Private Instruction, Ensemble Conducting/Coaching, Group Classes, Introduction to Music, American Popular Music, Theory, Aural Skills, Music History, Music Technology, Composition, Music Education, or other courses in the music curriculum based on specialty and department need
• Plans and follows an approved course of study with measurable objectives for each course taught.
• Prepares instructional materials and evaluates instruction and learning by means of written, oral, practical, and performance tests.
• Maintains a student-oriented approach to teaching.
• Participates in auditions, juries and master classes as needed.
• Submits student grades and all requested departmental materials in a timely manner.
• Attends required department and/or program meetings.

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in the subject matter or a closely related area OR a combination education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s or Doctorate degree preferred.

• Knowledge of subject matter and course content of courses taught
• Knowledge of best practices in instructional strategies and techniques
• Knowledge of current trends in education
• Skill in choreography and performance
• Effective interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Experience with a variety of teaching methods and/or curricular perspectives
• Demonstrated success in working with diverse populations of students