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Adjunct of Bassoon and Oboe

Adjunct of Bassoon and Oboe

Angelo State University

San Angelo, TX • On-site

$2.5K/mo

Full-time

Posted 26 days ago

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Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Adjunct of Bassoon and Oboe
Position Number
999468
Department
Visual and Performing Arts
Salary
Doctorate-$3,230 per course; Masters-$2,584 per course
Remote
No
Job Summary
The Music Area of the Department of Visual and Performing Arts at Angelo State University seeks to fill the position of Adjunct Double Reed Instructor for the 2024-25 academic year. This position calls for an individual with a commitment to undergraduate Music Education who will teach applied double reeds (bassoon and oboe).
Essential Duties
Teach applied lessons in oboe and bassoon, a weekly studio class, reed making, and chamber ensembles as assigned. In the Spring semester the teaching load includes the double reed section of a Woodwind Methods class. Additional courses may be assigned based upon experience and the needs of the music area.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Qualified candidates must possess strong communication and organizational skills, exhibit skill in musicianship, rehearsal techniques, and effectiveness as a teacher of university level music students, successfully recruit and retain students, work collaboratively and collegially within a university environment, and meet the needs of a diverse student body.
Minimum Qualifications
Masters Degree in Music with focus in Oboe or Bassoon. Proven record of teaching both oboe and bassoon students. Experience teaching reed making for both oboe and bassoon. Experience in teaching Woodwind Methods.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctorate or ABD (with doctorate conferred at time of appointment) in music, with focus in Oboe or Bassoon. Experience in teaching Woodwind Methods. Experience teaching reed making for both oboe and bassoon.
Physical Requirements
EEO Statement
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Angelo State University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to ensure equal access to employment opportunities for qualified individuals with disabilities. We are committed to ensuring that a qualified individual with a disability has the same rights and privileges in employment as non-disabled employees. If an accommodation is requested for the job application process, please contact our office at (325) 942-2168 or email us at hr@angelo.edu.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
F284P
Open Date
07/01/2024
Close Date
Desired Start Date
08/26/2024
Review Start Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Provide links to recordings of 3 recent solo performances (last 4 years). Recordings should be submitted via Dropbox, Google, YouTube links, etc.
Official transcripts will be required of the finalists.
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