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The New School

Temporary Overhire Jazz A1

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$35/hr

POSITION TITLE Overhire Jazz A1 School of Jazz and Contemporary Music College of Performing Arts ... Faculty, Staff, and Team Members. * Experienced or able to learn and develop fluency in The New ...

Jazz at Lincoln Center

Academy Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$20/hr

Students learn how to play jazz while emphasizing the importance of teamwork, creativity, and self-expression, from Jazz at Lincoln Center faculty and visiting jazz masters. The MSJA Academy ...

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Jazz at Lincoln Center

Academy Assistant

Manhattan, NY · On-site

$20/hr

Students learn how to play jazz while emphasizing the importance of teamwork, creativity, and self-expression, from Jazz at Lincoln Center faculty and visiting jazz masters. The MSJA Academy ...

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Jazz Hands For Autism

Guidance Counselor

Culver City, CA · On-site

$20/hr

Help interested students prepare necessary skills needed to be eligible for the Jazz Hands Jobs Program * Communication and Coordination: * Collaborate with instructional faculty, staff, and other ...

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As of Sep 6, 2026, the average yearly pay for jazz faculty in the United States is $64,775.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39,000.00 and $77,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a jazz faculty?

A Jazz Faculty job involves teaching jazz music at a college, university, or music school. Responsibilities typically include instructing students in jazz theory, improvisation, ensemble performance, and history. Faculty members may also mentor students, contribute to curriculum development, and participate in performances or research. Strong musicianship, professional experience, and a background in education are essential for this role.

What are the common responsibilities and challenges faced by jazz faculty members?

Jazz Faculty members are typically responsible for teaching courses in jazz performance, improvisation, theory, and history, as well as leading ensembles and mentoring students individually. They often collaborate with other faculty to organize concerts, workshops, and guest artist events, in addition to contributing to curriculum development. A common challenge is balancing teaching, performance schedules, and academic duties while maintaining active professional engagement in the jazz community. Successful Jazz Faculty are skilled at inspiring students, adapting to diverse musical backgrounds, and fostering a creative, inclusive learning environment.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the jazz faculty position, and why are they important?

To thrive as Jazz Faculty, you need expert proficiency in jazz performance, deep knowledge of jazz theory and history, and typically a master's degree or higher in music or jazz studies. Experience with music notation software, digital audio workstations, and classroom technology is often required. Strong communication, mentorship, and collaboration skills help foster student growth and engage with peers. These competencies ensure you can effectively teach, inspire students, and contribute meaningfully to the music program.

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Infographic showing various Jazz Faculty job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 44% Full Time, and 56% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $64,775 per year, or $31.1 per hour.

Adjunct Faculty, Performance

DePaul University

Chicago, IL • On-site

Full-time, Part-time

Re-posted 14 days ago

DePaul University rating

7.2

Company rating: 7.2 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

390th of 630 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Description
The Performance Department in The School of Music at DePaul University invites applictions for adjunct faculty teaching positions (part-time) in all music performance-related areas, including the following: applied lessons for voice, strings (violin, viola, cello, double bass); woodwinds (flute, oboe, clarinet, bassoon, saxophone); brass (trumpet, horn, trombone, tuba); percussion, guitar, piano, harpsichord, and harp; jazz piano, jazz bass, jazz saxophone, jazz trumpet, jazz guitar, and jazz percussion, as well as courses in chamber music, jazz combos; pedagogy for voice, strings, woodwinds, brass, percussion, and piano; orchestral repertoire for strings, woodwinds, brass or percussion; and jazz history.
Qualifications
Required: Master of Music or equivalent professional experience in the subject area to be taught.
Application Instructions
A complete online application must be submitted into our application portal in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials:
  • The Part-time application
  • A letter of interest or cover letter outlining your areas of expertise and courses of teaching interest
  • Your Curriculum Vitae (CV)
  • The Diverse Learning Environment Experience document

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until positions are filled. Adjunct teaching opportunities are available throughout the academic year. Applicants with expertise that matches course scheduling needs will be contacted for an interview. Academic course schedules fluctuate from quarter to quarter and the department will work with selected individuals to determine a quarterly schedule. Courses are not guaranteed, but the department does its best to give ample notice about available courses and potential course cancellations.
Considerations:
Exceptions to standard rates may apply to courses with unique credit hours, supervision, labs, clinical/practicum courses, coaching, administrative tasks, and courses that are either over-enrolled or under-enrolled.
General Compensation/Benefits Statement:
DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.
DePaul University offers a variety of benefit options for qualified part-time employees. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/part-time/Pages/default.aspx
About DePaul University's Academic Calendar:
Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).

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