"Faculty Part Time - Music"

Job Details

Adjunct Faculty

Position Information

Position Title

Faculty Part Time - Music

Position Type

Faculty

Department

Humanities

FLSA

Exempt

Full Time or Part Time

Part Time

Fixed Term/Tenure Track

Fixed Term

Salary Range

Hiring Salary Range

Salary Commensurate with Degree

Union/Non Union

Non Union

Job Description Summary

The instructor is responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of classroom instruction and related activities during the day, evening, or weekend via instructional delivery formats to include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote. Face-to-face and hybrid classes may be offered on any Prince George’s Community College campus, or at off-campus locations. The instructor must remain current in the discipline area and continually explore teaching methods and strategies to engage learners, organize and plan instructional content that accommodates diverse learning styles, and devise appropriate assessment tools that monitor student learning outcomes. The instructor is also responsible for participating in related activities to include professional development, academic advising, curriculum design.

Minimum Qualifications

1. Master’s degree or equivalent certification and accreditation from recognized college, university or national, state, or regional organization in music.
2. A bachelor’s degree with significant teaching /performing professional experience may be substituted for the master’s degree at the discretion of the Vice President.
3. Degrees are applicable only if earned at accredited institutions and verified with official transcripts.

Criteria

CRITERIA : The following criteria, which are not the sole criteria used in the final hiring decision, will be used to review the applications of those persons who meet the stated minimum qualifications and to select those qualified applicants who will be interviewed. Other information and observations made during the interview process may be considered in the selection process.
**Resume/CV and cover letter are required with the application. Please ensure that your documents address the criteria listed above for this position.**

• Plan, organize, and teach curriculum content in conjunction with course outcomes.
• Using applicable technology and andragogical principles, teach course content via an appropriate delivery format (may include face-to-face, hybrid, online, and remote instruction).
• Complete mandated institutional trainings and professional development as required
• Follow department and division requirements for preparing a course syllabus
• Facilitate appropriate instructional activities that promote student engagement and learning.
• Evaluate student performance using assessment tools as directed by the department; inform students in a timely manner of their progress
• Create and administer assessments that monitor student progress; provide timely student feedback.
• Provide an orientation at the first- class meeting to include (as applicable) an overview of the course syllabus, an outline of course objectives, course requirements, attendance policy, grading system, textbook(s), and supplemental materials.
• Notify students of key dates and course adjustments
• Comply with attendance and grading requirements as established for the course (may include maintaining an up-to-date electronic grade book, and entering final grades by the established due date).
• Maintain accurate class records; submit required class records by the established due date
• Participate in departmental evaluation and course assessment processes as directed.
• Follow department and division requirements for maintaining office hours, advising students, and referring students to appropriate resources.
• Respond to student emails and phone calls within 48 hours with the exception of weekends and holidays. Maintain regular communication with students. Use the assigned PGCC email for communication with the department and with students.
• Attend all required meetings.
• Perform all other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

1. Must be available to work Monday – Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Work schedule subject to change based on the needs of the department.
2. Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
3. As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
4. Prince George’s Community College is committed to providing a safe campus community. PGCC conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, education verification, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Is Background Check Required?

Yes

Is the incumbent responsible for working with minor children or directly engaging with minor children on campus?

No