"Full Time Instructor, Music (Choir)"

Job Description

Victor Valley College

Salary: $67,886.00 - $142,425.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time (Exempt)

Job Number: 2025-595 FTINMUSIC03

Location: CA 92395, CA

Department: HUMANITIES, ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES

Closing: 3/12/2026 11:59 PM Pacific

Basic Functions

FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR MARCH 12, 2026

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT

10-Month Tenure Track Position

COMPENSATION: Initial salary placement ranges from $67,886 to $106,308, based upon education and experience. The current faculty salary schedule includes five classes and twenty steps with a maximum annual salary of $142,425.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS - Comprehensive benefit package which includes:

• District paid medical, dental and vision insurance for the employee and dependents.
• District paid $50,000 life insurance policy for the employee.
• Participation in CalSTRS Teachers Retirement System.

Representative Duties

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Directing Choir ensembles, including but not limited to College Singers, Master Arts Chorale (Community Choir) and other voice-related courses.
• Teaching courses in music, including but not limited to music fundamentals, music appreciation (introduction to music), music history (jazz/rock)
• Producing and conducting public choral concerts in collaboration with the music department and assigned ensembles.
• Collaborating with ensemble conductors and other school of music faculty.
• Recruiting students for the program and pursuing ensemble outreach opportunities.
• Participating in program and curriculum development.
• Teaching scheduled classes and performing related duties as assigned, including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities.
• Complying with District policies and procedures in the performance of all duties.
• Participating in staff development activities.
• Serving on area and college-wide committees as necessary to support and enrich the instructional program.
• Demonstrating sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of students and colleagues.
• Promoting the success of a diverse student population through careful preparation of course materials and effective teaching methodologies.
• Maintaining a visible presence on campus in order to be available to regularly and actively participate in department meetings and other activities. Providing critical feedback on all assignments.
• Participating in assessment, evaluation, and planning of Student Learning Outcomes and Program Learning Outcomes, Program Review, Curriculum Development.

Requirements

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Master's in music OR bachelor's in music AND master's in humanities OR the equivalent.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• At least two (2) years teaching or conducting in a higher education environment
• Masters or Doctorate in Choral Studies, Choral Conducting, Vocal Performance, Choral Programming, or similar
• Experience teaching Music Theory and Musicianship (All Levels)

Must have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

We will be using the guidelines set out by the Academic Affairs Division of the Chancellor's Office, California Community Colleges. The Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook can be viewed at: Minimum Qualifications | California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office

If you have additional questions, please contact Human Resources directly at (760) 245-4271 Ext. 2500.

Some specialized courses may require specific certificates (must meet minimum content requirements specified by outside/other agencies based on accreditation).

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Office, classroom, lab and/or on-line environment. Position requires ability to communicate and exchange information. The assignment may include day, weekend, and/or evening classes on campus and/or at off campus locations. Position requires ability and schedule flexibility to accommodate active participation in College and Department Outreach Events such as College and Career Fairs and College and Community Presentations.

Knowledge and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Knowledge of developing course syllabi
• Knowledge of fostering inclusive environments for student learning
• Knowledge of integrating accessible practices into course design and teaching strategies
• Knowledge and ability to teach and support students across multiple modalities including, online, hybrid, remote, HyFlex, and correspondence while maintaining engagement and accessibility.
• Knowledge and ability to maintain compliance with all third-party accrediting bodies by keeping required credentials, certifications, and regulatory standards current when applicable.

Ability to:

• Ability to work effectively in person through clear communication, collaboration, and adaptability in diverse professional settings.
• Demonstrated ability to remain current in one's discipline through ongoing professional development, research, and engagement with emerging trends and best practices.
• Ability to use advanced technology in the classroom
• Ability to use Canvas or other LMS platforms
• Ability to interact with others (faculty, staff, students, administration)