Instructor Pool - Individual Music Lessons

Special Instructions

Applications will be considered throughout the  academic year, as needed.
When applying you will be required to attach the following electronic documents:

• 1) A Curriculum Vitae; and
• 2) A Cover Letter:
  Be sure to address your demonstrated ability to design, teach and assess courses that support inclusive learning principles and promote equitable teaching practices, to the benefit of all learners.

You will also be required to submit the names of at least three professional references, their e-mail addresses and telephone numbers as part of the application process.

Salary is commensurate with skills, education and experience.

For additional information please contact:
Coleen Keedah
coleen.keedah

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Position Information

Department
Department School of VPDA (CLA)

Position Title
Position Title Instructor

Job Title
Appointment Type

Appointment Type Academic Faculty

Job Location
Benefits Eligible

Remote or Hybrid option?

Job Summary

The Music program in the School of Visual, Performing and Design Arts invites applications for one or more fixed-term, non-tenure-track, part-time Instructor positions to teach individual music lessons on a term-by-term basis for the  academic year.

Applications will be considered throughout the 2025/2026 academic year as opportunities become available. The primary mission of the Music program at OSU is to provide undergraduate education. Students may seek BA, BS, BM degrees in music as well as a music minor.

Some appointments may be reviewed for renewal or transition to an instructional position on an annual basis.

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