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Title Conservatory Music Education Visiting Lecturer (Temporary Employee Pool) Campus Stockton Department Conservatory of Music Posting Number F00771 Full or Part Time Part Time Open Date Close Date Open Until Filled No Days Per Week Weeks Per Year Position Description
Primary Purpose and Essential Functions The Conservatory of Music at the University of the Pacific invites applications for a part- time, non-tenure track position.
Responsibilities include:
- Provide instruction for a total of 3-20 hours per week (depending on your course/contract).
- Teach Music for Children course to education majors.
- Design and conduct educational programs and courses of instruction in accordance with the policies of the University.
- Actively participate in the comprehensive planning or review of the development and quality improvement of the educational programs and courses of study, assist in the evaluation of the effectiveness of such programs and courses, and make recommendations to the Deans and Provost concerning the educational mission, programs, and policies of the University.
- Recommend educational policies and degree requirements that effectively carry out the mission of the University.
- Contribute to the advancement of knowledge through open inquiry, creative activity and research as appropriate.
- Participate in service as requested or required.
The faculty member may consider any matter in connection with the effectiveness and quality of the educational program or the professional welfare of the faculty, may make recommendations to the department chair, academic dean, or provost concerning any policies, programs, or procedures that affect the educational program or faculty welfare.
Each school and college in the University may have a faculty of its own consisting of all members of the University faculty within the particular school or college and subject to the approval of the Provost, adopt by-laws and rules concerning its own organization, governance, and procedures.
Each faculty shall function under the Dean and Provost and be subjected to the policies of the University.
Non-tenure-track faculty members collaborate in fulfilling the University's mission to provide a superior, student-centered learning experience integrating liberal arts and professional education and preparing individuals for lasting achievement and responsible leadership in their careers and communities.
Non-tenure-track faculty members collaborate in fulfilling the University's mission to provide a superior, student-centered learning experience integrating liberal arts and professional education and preparing individuals for lasting achievement and responsible leadership in their careers and communities.
Part-time faculty are appointed as needed by each unit and considered as less than full- time annual appointment as specified by each unit. Part-time is determined by the unit based on a comparison to year-long appointments. Time of service on a part-time appointment may not accrue to time for appointment with tenure. Appointments for full- time non-tenure-track faculty members may be issued as single-year or multi-year terms and may be renewable.
University of the Pacific recognizes that diversity, equity, and inclusion is foundational to the success of our valued students and employees. We prioritizes policy and decision-making that demonstrates awareness of, and responsiveness to, the ways socio-cultural forces related to race, gender, ability, sexuality, socio-economic status, etc. impede or propel students, faculty and staff.
- A master's degree or its equivalent in the field of specialization and promise of teaching success and of scholarly or artistic achievements; a candidate without a master's degree must have equivalent educational or professional experience in the appropriate area of instructional responsibility, and the recommendation for appointment must contain a statement of this equivalence.
- Single Subject Music credential, with multiple years' experience teaching in public schools.
- Elementary general music teaching experience, including use of recent technology appropriate to music classrooms.
- Experience with developing skills in teaching literacy, music of diverse cultures, and/or inclusion.
- College-level experience highly desirable.
- Experience with supervising university students in fieldwork and University of the Pacific's education programs
- Applications from those willing and qualified to teach in related areas such as entrepreneurship/professional development, music theory, and musicology are encouraged.
- An earned doctorate or terminal degree in the field of specialization.
- Presentations/publications of research/ scholarship in field of specialization.
- Experience and sensitivity in working with people of diverse backgrounds and cultures.
- Demonstrated experience in advancing social justice, equity, and inclusion in a university setting.
- Ability to engage and integrate culturally responsive practices and knowledge in their work.
The physical demands described here are representative but not definitive of those that
must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Requires extended periods of sitting and standing, bending and stooping, and occasional walking.
Requires extended periods of sitting and standing, bending and stooping, and occasional walking.
Work Environment/Work Week/Travel:
Work is primarily performed in a standard classroom environment. Work is performed for a total of three to twenty (3 - 20) hours per week, depending on course/contract.
Hiring Range $6,696 to $6,996 per course. We consider factors such as, but not limited to, scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's qualifications, internal equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. Special Instructions THIS POSTING IS NOT A GUARANTEE OF AN OPEN POSITION. Your application will be active for 90 days. Applications are accepted on a continuous basis and are reviewed by the hiring department as openings become available. To maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply.
Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed before the date of the interview.
Note: if a job-specific posting is created and you are interested in that specific position, please apply to that job posting. Submission of materials does not guarantee consideration for future employment in openings of this type since availability can be unpredictable and consideration competitive.
Contact Information Applicants must complete all applicable sections of the online application to be considered for a position. Candidates who are called for an interview must notify the Department of Human Resources in writing of any reasonable accommodation needed before the date of the interview.
Note: if a job-specific posting is created and you are interested in that specific position, please apply to that job posting. Submission of materials does not guarantee consideration for future employment in openings of this type since availability can be unpredictable and consideration competitive.
About Pacific's Conservatory of Music
Founded in 1878, Pacific's Conservatory of Music has been delivering outstanding Music Education for more than 140 years. 278 majors enrolled in the Conservatory's undergraduate and graduate programs in Fall of 2020. Degree programs are offered in vocal and instrumental performance, composition, jazz, education, management, therapy, and history. Passionate and dedicated faculty artists/scholars provide a rigorous and supportive learning environment. Students have access to a recording studio in addition to technology and composition labs, and draw on the rich artistic and cultural diversity of Northern California. Seminars and master classes with accomplished alumni and visiting artists, and numerous performance opportunities help prepare graduates for a life in music. To learn more, visit http://go.pacific.edu/conservatory.About University of the Pacific
Established in 1851 as the first chartered institution of higher education in California, University of the Pacific prepares students for professional and personal success through rigorous academics, small classes, and a supportive and engaging culture. Widely recognized as one of the most beautiful private university campuses in the West, the Stockton campus offers more than 80 majors in seven schools. The university's distinctive Northern California footprint also includes a campus in San Francisco, home to the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, and in Sacramento, home to the Pacific McGeorge School of Law. For more information, visit www.pacific.edu. Pacific is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to broadening the diversity of its workforce.
Contact Email Founded in 1878, Pacific's Conservatory of Music has been delivering outstanding Music Education for more than 140 years. 278 majors enrolled in the Conservatory's undergraduate and graduate programs in Fall of 2020. Degree programs are offered in vocal and instrumental performance, composition, jazz, education, management, therapy, and history. Passionate and dedicated faculty artists/scholars provide a rigorous and supportive learning environment. Students have access to a recording studio in addition to technology and composition labs, and draw on the rich artistic and cultural diversity of Northern California. Seminars and master classes with accomplished alumni and visiting artists, and numerous performance opportunities help prepare graduates for a life in music. To learn more, visit http://go.pacific.edu/conservatory.About University of the Pacific
Established in 1851 as the first chartered institution of higher education in California, University of the Pacific prepares students for professional and personal success through rigorous academics, small classes, and a supportive and engaging culture. Widely recognized as one of the most beautiful private university campuses in the West, the Stockton campus offers more than 80 majors in seven schools. The university's distinctive Northern California footprint also includes a campus in San Francisco, home to the Arthur A. Dugoni School of Dentistry, and in Sacramento, home to the Pacific McGeorge School of Law. For more information, visit www.pacific.edu. Pacific is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to broadening the diversity of its workforce.
Reference Letter Information
Are Applicants Required to Submit References for This Posting? Yes Minimum Number of References 3 Maximum Number of References 3 Background Check Statement All applicants who receive a conditional offer of employment are required to execute a release and authorization for a background screening.
AA/EEO Policy StatementUniversity of the Pacific is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer dedicated to workforce diversity. In compliance with applicable law and its own policy, Pacific is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse faculty and staff and does not discriminate in its hiring of faculty and staff, or in the provision of its employment benefits to its faculty and staff on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, genetic information, sex/gender, marital status, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, medical condition, pregnancy, gender identity, gender expression, or mental or physical disability.
