Part-Time Faculty: PNO 120-726.6 Piano Lessons (Fall & Spring 2024-25)

The Setnor School of Music within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks a Part-Time Instructor to teach Piano Lessons, during the Fall & Spring semesters, 2024-25.

Artist/Part-Time Instructor of Piano Lessons.

Private instruction in classical performance techniques, including styles, music reading, pedagogy, and ensemble performance skills. Includes primarily secondary lesson instruction for music education majors and non-major lessons.

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 or equivalent experience preferred.

• Experience teaching piano at the collegiate level.

• Professional performance credentials.

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.

Preference will be given to applicants who could potentially fulfill multiple positions within the Setnor School of Music.

Responsibilities

• Being present and instructing weekly lessons during Fall and Spring semesters.

• Set up lesson schedule.

• 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.

• Participate in end-of-semester juries on an as needed basis.

• Participate in spring audition days, including review of on-line music audition materials for assigned prospective students on an as needed basis.

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

• Grade student assignments and exams in timely manner.

• Provide departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.

• Build a positive rapport with students and other faculty.

• Support student performances at music events where possible.

In addition:

• 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.

Physical Requirements Tools/Equipment Application Instructions

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