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Number of Vacancies: 1
Area of Consideration: Open to the Public
Position Status: Full-Time, Temporary
Pay Plan, Series & Grade: Commensurate with rank and experience
Salary Range: Up to $95,309.11
Closing Date: August 15, 2026
Location: Enter location and Address
Brief Description of Duties
The University of the District of Columbia is seeking a qualified and experienced candidate for a position in Applied Keyboard, Music Theory, Music History and Literature and Collaborative Piano. 
Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Teach undergraduate courses in Music, specifically the candidate would need experience teaching applied piano, music theory, analysis, orchestration/arranging, and music history.  

1. Performs in recitals and concerts with student vocalists and instrumentalists. 

1. Keep abreast of developments in their instructional area by reading current literature, collaborating with colleagues, participating in professional conferences, and designing online materials to enhance academic performance. 

1. Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom student-centered instruction and discussions. 

1. Evaluate and grade students' class work, assignments, and papers using rubrics and other student-centered approaches. 

1. Maintain student attendance records, grades and other required records. 

1. Advise and mentor students on academic and career issues including undergraduate internships in the discipline. 

1. Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students. 

1. Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues. 

1. Maintain currency in the use of software and technology in the classroom. 

1.  Performs other related duties as assigned.  
    

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS: 

1. Graduate degree in music theory, composition or musicology, piano and/or equivalent professional experience at least equivalent to those required for a graduate degree in music; 

1. Evidence of successful teaching experience in music theory, music history and piano at the college level. 

1. Evidence of experience as a collaborative pianist; 

1. Evidence of knowledge of a broad spectrum of music literature; 

REQUIRED COMPETENCIES:  

1. Demonstrated knowledge of core areas of the discipline of Music, including music theory, performance practice, critical and analytical writing in music, and relevant research or scholarly methodologies.  

1. Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate students, grounded in a student-centered philosophy of instructional pedagogy.  

1. Ability to involve undergraduate students in research, creative, or performance projects.  

1. Demonstrated knowledge of general principles and methods for curriculum design, teaching, and instruction - for both individuals and groups of undergraduate students - along with methods for assessing learning outcomes.  

1. Strong interpersonal, organizational, and team-leadership skills.  

1. Outstanding oral and written communication skills.  

1. Ability to work effectively with external stakeholders, including community members, government agencies, and other partners.  

1. Ability to engage with diverse groups and demonstrate sensitivity to differences in age, gender, socioeconomic status, ethnicity, language, culture, national origin, sexual identity or orientation, and prior training and educational experiences. 

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS TO ACCOMPANY APPLICATION: 

-UDC Employment Application 
-Cover Letter 
-Curriculum vitae of applicant  
-Official Transcripts of all degrees (if advanced to candidacy stage) 

Information to Applicant
Work consists of a variety of complex inter-related tasks and disparate tasks. The incumbent is expected to function with considerable independence on all assignments and to use initiative and seasoned judgment in arriving at sound conclusions and recommendations. Recurring contacts are made with students, staff members, faculty, administrators and the general public, as well as with staff of institutions that are University partners.  Contacts are established to open channels of communication and acquire information for decision-making and disseminations to others. The work is generally performed in instructional settings, community settings, agencies, and non-profit organizations.   
Collective Bargaining Unit (Union): This position is not in the collective bargaining unit.
Employment Benefits: Selectee will be eligible for health and life insurance, and sick leave and will be covered under the University of the District of Columbia' s retirement plan (TIAA).
Equal Opportunity Employer: The District of Columbia Government is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, family responsibilities, matriculation, physical handicap, or political affiliation.
Notice of Non-Discrimination: In accordance with the D.C. Human Rights Act of 1977, as amended, D.C. Official Code, Section 2-1401.01 et. seq., (Act) the University of the District of Columbia does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived: race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, familial status, family responsibilities, matriculation, political affiliation, genetic information, disability.  Sexual harassment is a form of sex discrimination which is also prohibited by the Act.  In addition, harassment based on any of the above protected categories is prohibited by the Act.  Discrimination in violation of the Act will not be tolerated.  Violators will be subject to disciplinary action.
Veterans Preference:  Applicants claiming veteran's preference must submit official proof at the time of application.
Visa Sponsorship: At this time, the University of the District of Columbia does not provide sponsorship for visas (e.g. H-1B). This position is also ineligible for Optional Practical Training (OPT).
Drug-Free Workplace: Pursuant to the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1988, the individual selected to fill this position will, as a condition of employment, be required to notify his/her immediate supervisor, in writing, not later than five (5) days after conviction of any criminal drug statute occurring in the workplace.
Background Investigation: Employment with the University of the District of Columbia is contingent upon a satisfactory background investigation.  The determination of a "satisfactory background investigation" is made at the sole discretion of the University of the District of Columbia.  The University may refuse to hire a finalist, rescind an offer of employment to a finalist or review and may terminate the employment of a current employee based on the results of a background investigation.
Disposition of Resume: Resumes received outside the area of consideration and/or after the closing date will not be given consideration. You must resubmit your resume to receive consideration for any subsequent advertised position vacancies. For the purpose of employment, resumes are not considered job applications. Therefore, if selected for employment a UDC application will be required.
Job Offers: Official Job Offers are made by the University of the District of Columbia, Office of Human Resources only.
Contact Information:  All inquiries related to employment and job applications should be directed to UDC Office of Human Resources at (202) 274-5380.
The University of the District of Columbia is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action institution. Minorities, women, veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For a full version of the University's EO Policy Statement, please visit: https://www.udc.edu/human-resources/equal-opportunity/ .

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