Adjunct Music Instructor - Piano

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

This position is for on-campus days and evenings. The applicant needs to live in the area.

Position Details

Position Information

Position Title

Adjunct Music Instructor - Piano

FLSA

Exempt

Contract Length

N/A

Class Summary

College of the Mainland is seeking qualified Adjunct Music Instructors to provide onsite group piano instruction and individual applied piano lessons. Additional classroom or online teaching assignments may be available based on departmental needs and instructor qualifications. This posting is intended to establish a pool of qualified candidates for current and future adjunct teaching opportunities, contingent upon enrollment and program needs.

Position Type

Adjunct

Employment Status

Part Time

Position Funding

Regular

Minimum Education/Training/Experience

Master’s Degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Music with Piano Performance or Piano Pedagogy major. Minimum of two (2) years of recent teaching experience.

Preferred Education/Training/Experience

Doctorate in Music with Piano Performance or Piano Pedagogy major. Classroom teaching experience, including but not limited to class piano. Applied music experience is also preferred.

Minimum Knowledge & Skills

• Detailed knowledge of the subject matter taught within the assigned courses and program area.
• Knowledge of the principles and practices of teaching group piano classes and/or applied music lessons.
• Knowledge of student engagement techniques, learning styles, retention strategies, and a learning-centered instructional philosophy.
• Experience with, or willingness to learn, current instructional technologies and online teaching methods for courses such as Music Appreciation and American Music.
• Basic computer literacy sufficient to perform assigned job duties.
• Knowledge of instructional record-keeping procedures.
• Communication and interpersonal skills sufficient to exchange information, receive work direction, and interact effectively with students, coworkers, supervisors, and members of the public.

Preferred Knowledge & Skills

• Experience in recruiting a private lesson studio; skills in hybrid and/or online teaching.

Job Duties

• Teach assigned courses, which may include Class Piano, Applied Music, American Music, and Music Appreciation, based on qualifications and departmental needs.
• Prepare and submit course syllabi and other required instructional documents using the College’s approved templates and established deadlines.
• Maintain a minimum of one scheduled office hour per week for each assigned course to provide students with academic support.
• Submit final grades and other required instructional records by established College deadlines.
• Notify the department chair when enrolled students express interest in music activities or indicate that they may be considering a music major.
• Participate in departmental recruitment activities as needed.
• Maintain appropriate professional credentials and professional affiliations outside the College, such as membership in the Music Teachers National Association.
• Comply with all College policies, procedures, and applicable safety requirements; support College activities; and attend required meetings and training.

Licensing/Certification Requirements

none

Physical Requirements

Moderate physical demand. Must be able to stoop, bend, lift up to 25 pounds, and assist in setup for studio class, recitals, juries if teaching private lessons.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number

F313P

Candidates that are eligible apply

Internal/External

Special Instructions to Applicant

This position is for on-campus days and evenings. The applicant needs to live in the area.

Minimum Salary Range

TBD

Mid Point Salary Range

TBD

Maximum Salary Range

Posting Open Date

08/10/2026

Posting Close Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting

https://jobs.com.edu/postings/4685

EEO Statement

College of the Mainland is an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, disability or veteran status.

College of the Mainland does not discriminate on the basis of disability in the recruitment and admission of students, the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of its programs and activities, as specified by federal laws and regulations within Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and 1992.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * Do You have a Master's Degree or higher with a Piano (Performance or Pedagogy) major?

  • Yes
  • No

• * Do you have at least two (2) years of recent teaching experience?

  • Yes
  • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

• Resume

• Transcripts (1 of 3)

• Cover Letter

• Letter of Recommendation

• Curriculum Vitae

• Media File

• Additional Transcripts (2 of 3)

• Additional Transcripts (3 of 3)