"Teaching Specialist"

About the Job

This posting establishes a pool of teaching specialists or lecturers who will be selected on an as-needed basis.

Applied Lessons: Teach graduate and/or undergraduate students in applied lessons such as violin, piano, percussion, viola, clarinet, etc.

Or

Academic Courses: Teach graduate and/or undergraduate students in various music academic courses. Hold office hours to assist and advise students. Participate in relevant departmental meetings and/or other services. Teaching may be for day, evening, or summer session courses.

These positions are contingent upon student enrollment, performance, and availability of funding. Positions are appointed during the 2025 - 2026 year (Fall, Spring and/or Summer). Interested candidates are welcome to apply and the pool of candidates will be reviewed should openings occur. As the need arises, the School will refer to the pool of qualified applicants who have submitted the appropriate application materials to be considered for openings.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree, performer’s certificate or substantial documented professional achievement in a relevant field.
• Demonstrated teaching experience in a specified field.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree or earned doctorate or appropriate terminal degree in a relevant field by date of appointment.
• Teaching experience at the college level in relevant area of discipline, evidence of interest and success in teaching.
• Performance experience with a nationally known ensemble is preferred for positions teaching individual instrumental lessons.

About the Department

The School of Music has been an important part of the U of M since 1902... www.music.umn.edu

Pay and Benefits

Pay Range: $100 - $150 per hour (9754i applied lessons) or $2000 - $3000 per credit (9753i coursework); depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Retirement plan options are available... Learn more about retirement plans.

Classroom and Ensemble Teaching Specialists and Lecturers are compensated at a per credit basis that varies between $2,000 and $3,000. Applied Teaching Specialists and Lectures are compensated at a per hour/unit basis... Compensation for one hour varies between $100 and $150/hour.

How To Apply

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

This position will remain open until filled.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

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About the U of M

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