• Adjunct Faculty- Applied Music: Guitar

    Rowan College at Burlington County (Mount Laurel, NJ)


    Adjunct Faculty- Applied Music: Guitar

     

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    Adjunct Faculty- Applied Music: Guitar

     

    Location

     

    Mount Laurel, NJ

     

    Job Type

     

    Part Time

     

    Job Number

     

    01252

     

    Department

     

    Humanities, Business, and Social Sciences

     

    Opening Date

     

    03/20/2025

     

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    Description

    This position teaches applied music lessons, specifically guitar lessons, to students within RCBC’s Music Department. The Applied Music: Guitar courses (2 credits) involve one-hour weekly private lessons/ instruction to align with 4-year institution requirements. Lessons are offered in person on RCBC’s Mount Laurel Campus at a time mutually agreed upon by the student and instructor. Students registered for applied lessons are also expected to attend a performance class and to perform a final juried exam during finals week. This position may also teach guitar ensembles. Based on prior experience, credentials, availability, and interest the opportunity to teach other music coursework is a possibility.

     

    Specific Duties and Responsibilities

     

    + Provide individual and group guitar instruction to students, focusing on both classical and contemporary techniques

    + Develop and implement lesson plans that cater to the needs and goals of each student.

    + Prepare students for performances, recitals, and examinations.

    + Collaborate with other faculty members to enhance the music curriculum and participate in departmental activities

    + Maintain accurate records of student progress and provide constructive feedback.

    + Stay current with developments in guitar pedagogy and performance practices.

    OVERALL PURPOSE AND RESPONSIBILITY:

    The most important overall responsibility of all RCBC employees is to provide service in a pleasant, helpful, and effective manner to our students, members of the college community and the public. Adjunct faculty work with our Department Chairs, Coordinators, and Administrative team to ensure successful course delivery for our students.

    Minimum Qualifications

    Education Required:

    Master’s degree in Music Performance, Jazz Studies, Contemporary Commercial Music or a related

     

    field.

    Experience Required:

    + Minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in guitar instruction.

    + Experience teaching at the college level preferred

     

    Skills/Abilities /Knowledge /Other Requirements

     

    + Proficiency in both classical and contemporary guitar styles.

    + Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

    + Ability to inspire and motivate students.

    + Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

     

    In order to enable Adjunct Faculty to be effective and to meet the requirements associated with relevant teaching conditions, RCBC has outlined 1) appropriate Technology Tools and, 2) a minimum level of proficiency with the Blackboard Ultra Learning Management System (LMS)

     

    1) Technology Tools

     

    Adjunct Faculty should have access to a computer less than 6 years old and equipped with a webcam and microphone, as well as reliable high-speed internet service.

     

    2) Blackboard Ultra LMS

     

    Adjunct Faculty are required to successfully complete a self-paced, online Blackboard Ultra LMS training

     

    with a verified level of proficiency.

     

    Additional Information

     

    Assists college with student outcomes assessment efforts and/or Program assessments if need, by participating in the planning, data collection, and/or reporting as relates to course outcomes, program outcomes, general education outcomes, and developmental program outcomes.

     

    EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION:Part Time

     

    Benefits- Part Time (https://rcbc.edu/sites/default/files/2025-02/RCBC\_Benefits\_at\_a\_Glance\_-\_Part\_Time\_0125.pdf)

     

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    Do you have a minimum of 2 years of teaching experience in guitar instruction?

     

    + Yes

    + No

     

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    Do you have a Master's degree in Music Performance, Jazz Studies, Contemporary Commercial Music or a related field?

     

    + Yes

    + No

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    Employer

     

    Rowan College at Burlington County

     

    Address

     

    900 College Circle Drive

     

    Mount Laurel, New Jersey, 08054

     

    Phone

     

    856-222-9311 ext. 1584

     

    Website

     

    http://www.rcbc.edu