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About Us
Located in Morrow, Georgia, Clayton State University is roughly 15 miles southeast of downtown Atlanta. The university offers employees an adaptable, collaborative environment that fosters professional and personal development.
The university is committed to having a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Clayton State offers multiple certificates, Associate's, Bachelor's, and Master's Degree programs, which currently enroll over 5,500 students in challenging campus and online courses.
Clayton State's main campus is situated on 214 beautiful acres in a lakeside setting just minutes from downtown Atlanta, making access to the vibrant metropolitan area swift. The Atlanta-Journal Constitution has named the university a Top Workplace in Atlanta for six consecutive years. The Chronicle of Higher Education also named Clayton State one of 79 higher education institutions across the nation in its list of 2017 Great Colleges to Work For.
Job Summary
The Clayton State University Department of Film, Communication, and Performing Arts seeks a part-time Instructor of Music with a focus on applied violin. The start date for this position is August 2, 2026. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate music majors and minors, serve on jury and recital grading committees, and periodically contribute to departmental success by teaching courses in another area (or other areas) of the music curriculum. Examples of current areas of high need include aural skills, health and wellness in the performing arts, music courses in the general education core for the non-major, and courses in the music education curriculum. The department also hopes to create courses to broaden offerings in commercial music and music business in the near future.
Responsibilities

• Teach courses and individual lessons in violin performance
• Provide individualized violin lessons and mentorship to students
• Develop and update course materials to reflect current industry practices and University System of Georgia requirements
• Participate in student performances, juries, and departmental events as appropriate
• Maintain regular office hours and communicate effectively with students

Required Qualifications

• Graduate degree or a minimum of 40 graduate credit hours in violin performance or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in violin performance
• Strong understanding of violin technique for a variety of musical styles
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills
• Ability to teach classical violin technique and style to applied students

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience at the collegiate or professional level
• Active professional career in violin performance or related field
• Ability to teach additional courses in related areas (e.g., audition techniques, strings pedagogy, or chamber music) and in other areas of the music curriculum (e.g., core musicianship courses, general education music for the non-major, music education or music entrepreneurship courses)

USG Core Values
The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .
Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653 .
Institutional Values
Clayton State University will have a positive impact on the State of Georgia and beyond by serving students and the community through broadening access to high-quality education and advancing workforce development. Our statement of core values is adaptability, collaboration, excellence, integrity, and people-centered. Each Clayton State University community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on Clayton State's Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct can be found online at https://www.clayton.edu/strategic-plan/mission-vision-values and https://www.clayton.edu/human-resources/current-employees/resources-policies
Conditions of Employment
Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation, including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment with Clayton State University, as determined by Clayton State University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug and alcohol screening. Candidate must disclose potential, actual, or apparent conflicts of interest in compliance.
Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, statutes, rules, and regulations of this institution and the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of Clayton State University and the University System of Georgia (USG). Clayton State University prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any Clayton State University program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law.
Other Information
Candidates should submit cover letter, cv/resume, unofficial transcripts (officials required once hired), and list of references.
Clery Disclosure
This position may be considered a Campus Security Authority, CSA. A Campus Security Authority is a Clery-specific term that encompasses certain departments, groups, and individual employees who have a duty to report crimes they become aware of, as defined by the Clery Act.