Music Instructor tenure-track faculty

Music Instructor (full-time, tenure-track faculty)

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Music Instructor (full-time, tenure-track faculty)

Faculty

Liberal Arts

Main Campus

Support the goals and mission of the college; provide quality instruction to students; and communicate with your department chair or administrator and contribute to the growth of a vibrant applied music studio through teaching, outreach, and participation in ensembles, concerts and events. Teaching duties will consist of a selection from a variety of discipline courses at the community college level, including a strong focus on Music Theory/Aural Skills curriculum;

teaching applied lessons on a primary instrument, curriculum planning and assessment.

• Master’s degree in Music required (Music Performance, Music Theory or closely related Music field with 18 graduate hours in Music).
• Post-secondary/college level teaching experience (minimum of two or more years)
• Demonstrated professional experience in music field (performer, composer, or related)
• Familiarity with music technology (music notation software and digital audio workstations)

The ideal candidate will maintain the highest standards for classroom instruction. Applies innovative teaching methods and demonstrates ability to work with students at all skill levels. This role is intended to be primarily in music theory and aural skills. Teaching duties will consist of preparing, instructing, and evaluating courses; seeking continuous improvement in teaching methodology and student-centered learning.

• Experience teaching in a community college or undergraduate liberal arts setting.
• Experience with outreach, curriculum development and program assessment.
• Ability to teach applied lessons in woodwinds or brass (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of music technology, including music notation software and digital audio workstations such as (DAWs):
  Ableton, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, or similar

Full Time

To be determined;
Faculty teach a minimum of 15 credit hours during the fall and spring semesters. Teaching and other duties may include evenings and weekends.

$58,623-$71,670 (Base Load is 15 ECH)

• Health, Dental, Vision
• Life insurance, Optional life
• Disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• MVCC Tuition waivers
• SURS Retirement plan
• Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Personal days
• Bereavement days
• Tax-sheltered annuity plans

Please provide all documentation and submit your application through jobs.moraine valley.edu prior to the review date. Do not use a third party site. Attach all required documents including unofficial transcripts (do not use security coded or large files).

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Posting Number: FA00708P
Open Date: 12/22/2025
Open Until Filled:
Yes
Review Of Applications Begins: 01/19/2026