"Full-time Faculty - Music"

Position Summary

The faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member.

About the Department

The Music Department supports online and/or hybrid music instruction, including the use of digital platforms and instructional technologies to support student learning. Department instruction includes conducting a vocal ensemble. This position may include coursework and instruction in one or more of the following areas: Music Theory, Music Appreciation, Music Technology, Vocal Studies, Jazz Studies, or World Music. This position provides leadership and vision, including coordination of a yearly performance schedule and contributing to the development and growth of a Global Music Studies program. This position also includes a broad range of World Music and/or Music of American Cultures courses, with an emphasis on culturally responsive teaching practices that ensure relevance to diverse student lives, interests, and communities. Curriculum and instruction incorporate a wide range of musical genres and media reflective of the community college student population.

American River College seeks employees who:

• Have demonstrated work or professional experience related to equity and inclusion
• Engage in self-reflection and continuous improvement in cultural competence
• Fulfill the professional responsibilities of their position
• Regard all students as equally capable and worthy of our care, time, and energy

Position Salary Information

Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract(the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 8). For more information on the step placement process, please click here.

Typical Duties

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses:

• MUFHL 300 – Introduction to Music
• MUFHL 321 – Basic Musicianship
• MUFHL 330 – World Music
• MUFHL 400 – Theory and Musicianship I
• MUFHL 401 – Theory and Musicianship II
• MUFHL 410 – Theory and Musicianship III
• MUIVI 310 – Voice Class I
• MUIVI 311 – Voice Class II
• MUIVI 320 – Voice Class III
• MUIVI 321 – Voice Class IV
• MUIVI 340 – Beginning Piano
• MUIVI 341 – Piano II
• MUIVI 350 – Intermediate Piano
• MUIVI 411 – Applied Music
• MUP 350 – Concert Choir
• MUP 351 – Advanced Concert Choir
• MUP 360 – Chamber Singers
• MUP 361 – Advanced Chamber Singers
• MUP 400 – Vocal Jazz Ensemble
• MUP 401 - Advanced Vocal Jazz Ensemble

Other duties include:

• Developing Global Studies Program and/or overseeing Theory and Musicianship

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage for the specific campus:

• ARC Programs and Majors

Minimum Qualifications

1. Masters in music OR Bachelors in music AND Masters in humanities OR the equivalent*.
2. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by August 20, 2026.
3. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

* See Application Instructions

Application Instructions

Before You Apply:Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested or you may be disqualified.

Required Application Documents:

Applicants must submit the following

1. Los Rios Community College District Application
2. Letter of Interest
3. Resume orCurriculum Vitae
4. Unofficial Transcripts and/or Foreign Transcript Evaluation *(see Transcript Requirements)*
5. Equivalency Determination Request Form *(if applicable - see Minimum Qualification Requirements)*
6. Supplemental Questionnaire Document *(see Supplemental Questions)*

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