Part Time Music Instructor - American Music

Part Time Music Instructor - American Popular Music Please see Special Instructions for more details.

SUNY Niagara considers only those applications that clearly demonstrate the applicant meets all required qualifications as indicated on the posting. Persons meeting the required qualifications should submit the following: a cover letter that addresses each of the qualifications, a resume, unofficial transcripts, and names and contact information for three current work‑related references. Incomplete packets will be rejected for lack of information.

Position Information

• Position Title: Part Time Music Instructor – American Popular Music
• Position Category: Faculty
• Position Status: FLSA Exempt
• Advertised Salary: $960 per lecture hour / $860 per lab hour
• Department: Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
• Working Hours: TBD

General Description:

SUNY Niagara has a need for a part‑time Music Instructor for our American Popular Music course. This course is taught in person in a classroom setting on our Sanborn, NY campus. It is a survey of American popular music from its roots to the present day, tracing the acculturation process to the creation of Jazz and Rock n’ Roll and to present‑day popular music forms.

It examines American music as it relates to cultural and social contexts, discussing music in terms of structure and artistic value. The ability to read music notation is not required. The course is required for music majors and recommended for non‑music majors or students without previous music experience.

Recruitment and application: SUNY Niagara will accept applications on a continuous basis. Openings may or may not exist at any given time. Applications are evaluated as needed, and candidates will be contacted when the department has an opening. Candidates who submit information may or may not be notified of their application status.

• Teach course on campus.
• Track attendance as needed.
• Report on student learning outcomes at the end of the semester.
• Report grades at the conclusion of the semester.

Ability to work with, and teach a diverse student population. Ability to speak in front of groups. Must effectively communicate with students, co‑workers, supervisors and the campus community. Must develop, prepare and present information. Must operate computers. Must physically perform the duties of the position and adjust any teaching to accommodate Americans with Disabilities Act provisions.

• Three years of experience teaching at a high school or college level.

• Master’s Degree in Music or a related field.
• Experience using Microsoft Office software such as Excel and Word.
• Experience with the Brightspace learning management system.

SUNY Niagara is a thriving educational institution located between the picturesque landscapes of Niagara Falls and the vibrant city of Buffalo, NY. Our college serves a diverse student population and is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive learning environment. With a commitment to academic excellence and student success, SUNY Niagara offers a supportive and collaborative environment for both faculty and staff.

SUNY Niagara is an accredited institution of higher education that offers high‑quality academic programs leading to degrees and certificates. In 2023, SUNY Niagara ranked #1 in graduation rate among community colleges in New York State. The college operates through a collegial model of shared governance and transparency and is committed to the highest standards of professionalism and integrity.

SUNY Niagara does not discriminate and prohibits harassment or discrimination related to any protected category. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

• Required Documents
  • Resume
  • Cover Letter
  • Transcripts
• Optional Documents
  • Letter of Recommendation
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Certifications/Licenses
  • Transcript 2
  • Transcript 3

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