Instructor in Flute

The Department of Music at Carleton College invites applications for a position (0.125 FTE, non-tenure-track) as part-time Instructor of Flute beginning September 1, 2026. The primary teaching activity involves private lessons in flute, approximately 2.5-4.0 hours per week; Carleton’s classes are taught on a schedule of three 10-week terms per year. We seek a dynamic teacher and performer with an understanding of, and commitment to, teaching music performance in an undergraduate liberal arts setting.

The successful applicant will hold, at minimum, a Master’s degree in music or commensurate experience as a performer and educator. The primary teaching activity involves weekly, private lessons in Flute, as well as instruction in Piccolo, depending upon student needs. Additional teaching opportunities may include coaching ensemble sectionals and/or small student ensembles. We are particularly interested in candidates committed to teaching a diverse student body.

To apply, please visit go.carleton.edu/carletonjobs. Review of application materials will begin April 27th, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. Your application should include a letter of application, your C.V., a link to approximately 20 minutes of recent audio and/or video of performances, and contact information for three letters of reference.

The expected starting salary range for this position is between $78.00-82.00/hour. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility.