"Full Time Instructor, Music"

Job Description

Full Time Instructor, Music
Victor Valley College

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

Job Type: Full-Time (Exempt)

Job Number: 2025-563 FTINMUSI01

Location: CA 92395, CA

Department: HUMANITIES, ARTS & SOCIAL SCIENCES

Closing: 10/21/2025 11:59 PM Pacific

Basic Functions: FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR OCTOBER 21, 2025. FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT. VOLUNTARY REASSIGNMENT WILL BE CONSIDERED FOR THE FIRST 7 WORKING DAYS (FULL TIME FACULTY ONLY), THROUGH OCTOBER 1, 2025, at 5:00 PM. 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: Teaching courses in music, including but not limited to music fundamentals, music appreciation (introduction to music), music history (jazz/rock). Directing ensembles with instrumental emphasis, including but not limited to Symphonic Band and other small wind/brass 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. Must have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students. For more details, refer to the Minimum Qualifications handbook.

Knowledge and Abilities: Knowledge of: Developing course syllabi, Fostering inclusive environments for student learning, Integrating accessible practices into course design and teaching strategies, Teaching and supporting students across multiple modalities including online, hybrid, remote, HyFlex, and correspondence while maintaining engagement and accessibility, Maintaining compliance with all third-party accrediting bodies. Ability to: Work effectively in person through clear communication, collaboration, and adaptability in diverse professional settings, Remain current in one's discipline through ongoing professional development, Use advanced technology in the classroom, Use Canvas or other LMS platforms, Interact with others (faculty, staff, students, administration).

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.