Part-Time Faculty: Env520.3-6 Orange Collective & Orange Syndicate Vocal Jazz Ensemble (Fall24/Sp25)

The Setnor School of Music within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks Part-Time Instructor to teach Orange Collective Vocal Jazz Ensemble/Orange Syndicate Vocal Jazz Ensemble, a one credit hour course, during the Fall & Spring semesters, 2024-25, respectively.

Artist/Part-Time Instructor of Jazz/Commercial Vocal Ensemble.

About The College of Visual and Performing Arts

The College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University is committed to the education of cultural leaders who will engage and inspire audiences through performance, visual art, design, scholarship, and commentary. We provide the tools for self-discovery and risk-taking in an environment that thrives on critical thought and action. To learn more about the college, our distinguished faculty, and our program, please visit our websites at www.syr.edu, www.vpa.syr.edu.

Qualifications

Relevant academic credentials and experience including:

• A minimum of a master's degree in music (jazz or commercial voice performance or equivalent experience preferred).

• Experience teaching jazz and commercial music at the collegiate level.

• Jazz/Commercial Music/Performance credentials.

• Significant piano skills required including ability to accompany students in ensemble settings. Jazz/Commercial Vocal Ensemble directing experience.

Job Specific Qualifications

The candidate should have strong attention to detail, knowledge of course content, demonstrated pedagogical ability, as well as the ability to relate well in a classroom and one-on-one environment with college-level students.

Responsibilities

Being present and instructing the existing vocal jazz ensembles meeting two days per week as indicated in the Fall and Spring semesters.

• Set up performance schedule.

• Attend jazz faculty orientation meeting, and jazz faculty meetings throughout the semester (approximately 3 per semester).

• Prepare and attend ensemble performances as indicated in School of Music calendar.

• Develop and/or update a class syllabus.

• Prepare student assignments.

• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours.

• Present instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.

• Meet all designated class periods.

• If you are unable to meet your class due to illness or emergency, you should exercise your best effort to reschedule the class or to obtain a substitute.

• You must also notify the department chair of your absence and of your plan to cover the class.

• Submit completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to university regulations.

• Grade student assignments and exams in timely manner.

• Build a positive rapport with students and other faculty.

• Support student performances at major jazz & commercial music events where possible.

Physical Requirements Tools/Equipment Application Instructions

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume/curriculum vitae and cover letter.