Lecturer in Voice

University of the Incarnate Word Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

• Position Title: Lecturer in Voice
• Academic Year:
• Job Type: Part Time
• Number of Vacancies: 4
• Reports to: Dean, College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences
• Salary: $900/student for Master's, $1300/student for Doctorate
• Open Date: 02/25/2026
• Open Until Filled: Yes

The Department of Music invites part-time faculty candidates for a Lecturer in Voice within the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. This faculty position will teach applied voice lessons and may also be asked to teach Singer’s Workshop, Singing for Beginners, and other voice area courses as needed. Responsibilities also include recruitment and attendance at departmental studio hour and voice seminar on Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m.

In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission.

• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Must be able to teach weekly applied voice lessons.
• Ability to deliver instruction both in-person and/or online as needed.
• Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching.
• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Master’s Degree in Music, Vocal Performance/Pedagogy.

• One (1) year of experience teaching private voice lessons at the college or university level.
• Evidence of significant performing experience as a vocalist.

Teaching experience in baritone, tenor, and soprano.

This position is not benefits eligible.

Typical of faculty in this discipline and instrument.

Must be available for weekly departmental recital hour and voice seminar from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. on Thursdays, as well as voice juries, hearings, and recitals (as applicable).

• Posting Number: UN995PO
• Job Category: Faculty
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UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.