Part-Time Instructional Faculty - Audio, MIDI and Synthesis

Job Description

SUMMARY Provide the expertise and knowledge that support the college curriculum and programs. Establish courses following accepted higher education standards, teach students using a variety of effective methodologies and provide engagement and support activities that encourage student learning. The role of the Instructional Faculty encompasses teaching and learning, academic advising, professional development and institutional and community service. The incumbent will teach a maximum load of contact hours each semester in area(s) of competency and participate as a part-time instructor in the activities of the department, division and college (See Faculty Workload Guidelines). ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned. The instructor will design curricula and create/ collect materials for all audio, MIDI and synthesis classes. The instructor is responsible for all audio facilities in the department including software and hardware and will monitor adjunct electronic music instructors to ensure effective education. 1. Teaching: a) Demonstrate skill and/or knowledge in teaching discipline. b) Make continuous efforts to improve the quality of instruction by reviewing and utilizing innovative methodologies, techniques, and delivery methods. c) Plan, develop, and use a variety of teaching methods and materials that assist students in meeting course objectives, and which are appropriate for students with differing educational and experiential backgrounds and learning styles. d) Evaluate students to measure their progress toward achievement of stated course objectives and inform them of their progress in the course in a timely manner. e) Keep accurate student records and submit related reports and forms within requested timelines. f) Review, evaluate, and recommend student textbooks and learning materials. g) Teach courses at a variety of times and locations in response to institutional needs. h) Use equipment and facilities responsibly and courteously. Where appropriate, assist the chair with the routine maintenance of instructional laboratories. i) Demonstrate competence and interest in the use of technology in the classroom and willingness to explore new instructional methodologies. 2. Academic Advising: a) Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community. b) Provide access to students through posted office hours, electronic communication, and other appropriate methods. Provide advice and assistance to students regarding instructional or program-specific issues. c) Make presentations on a particular academic field or program - its subject matter, objectives, opportunities for further study (transfer opportunities), and opportunities for work (co-ops, part-time, work-study) and careers, special clubs and activities available, support services, scholarships, etc. d) Create and maintain a website dedicated to the types of information as specified by the college and chair of the department. e) Work with Chair to take on appropriate academic advising activities as needed by the College and Department. (For examples, please refer to the HCC Faculty Workload Guidelines). 3. Professional Development: a) Establish annual objectives for professional growth in consultation with the department chair. b) Keep pace with developments in the discipline. c) Learn technologies that support student learning. d) Participate in the evaluation process for self, department, and college. 4. Institutional and Community Service: a) Participate in scheduled institutional service activities including opening week events, conference days, and commencement exercises. b) Participate in discipline committee or program meetings and activities c) Actively participate in department, college or system meetings and/ or committees. d) Be familiar with and adhere to all policies and procedures of HCC. e) Participate in college-related activities such as student activities, selection of faculty, community education, recruitment of students, and/or special programs. f) Participate in business and/or student activities and/or community activities that foster goodwill and promote the mission of HCC. g) Participate in activities required to maintain program and college accreditation standards. h) Participate in the HCC planning process by assisting in the formulation of departmental objectives and goals and in establishing budget priorities. i) Review, evaluate, and revise program curricula and practices to assure compliance with professional standards, state-mandated guidelines and requirements of business/ industry, and higher education. j) Assist in the articulation of courses and programs with secondary and post-secondary institutions. QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform the essential duties and responsibilities listed above. The qualifications listed below are representative of the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. EDUCATION Associates degree or required. Bachelors degree or higher in Music, Audio Engineering or related field preferred. According to SACS guidelines, applicants without a degree must submit a portfolio demonstrating exceptional contributions to the field. Copy of transcript conferring required degree and certifications must accompany application EXPERIENCE 3 years related experience required. 2 years college-level or continuing education teaching experience preferred. Minimum AVID Pro Tools 101 and 110 beginner certifications preferred. Proven record of student recruitment and retention experience preferred. Experience as a successful audio recording producer in a wide variety of genres is preferred. Live production experience as either a front-of-house (FOH) engineer or monitor engineer preferred. Experience and proficiency with the use of both analog and digital audio systems in one or more of a wide range of applications. These include, but are not limited to, in-studio musical production utilizing live instrumentation, electronic music/MIDI production, live concert and event production, audio production for broadcast applications, and audio consulting, training, and design applications. The individual should be adept in the operation of software-based systems such as ProTools, and MIDI hardware and software. The person should have a subsystem level understanding of audio technology and experience in audio studio design, implementation, and troubleshooting. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES 1. Willing and able to teach day or evening classes at a number of sites around the city. 2. Knowledge and skill in a variety of computer usage and software are required. 3. Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate effectively. 4. Possess good organizational and planning skills. 5. Demonstrate sensitivity to students with different academic and socio-economic backgrounds and students with disabilities. 6. Demonstrated ability to inspire and motivate students in a learning-centered environment. 7. Self-disciplined and able to effectively manage others. ***This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.***Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.*** ***This job description may be revised upon development of other duties and changes in responsibilities.***