| Adjunct in Music Job Description.
Texas College (Tyler, TX) invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Music for Spring 2026. This is an on-campus, face-to-face position that requires regular campus attendance and is not a remote or hybrid role. The primary teaching needs for Spring 2026 are Intro to Music (General Education) and Applied Music lessons (based on the candidate’s instrument expertise). While recording/sound production is not the primary teaching assignment for Spring 2026, candidates with interest or background in music technology/production are encouraged to apply, as the College anticipates pursuing a potential promotion of this role to a full-time position in Fall 2026 (pending institutional approval and funding).
Position Summary (Spring 2026).
The successful candidate will teach:
• Introduction to Music (non-technical, General Education core course), and Applied Music lessons (instrument-specific; assigned based on expertise and departmental needs)
• As scheduling permits, the candidate may also support limited music technology activities, but Spring 2026 expectations will prioritize Gen-Ed and applied instruction.
Minimum Qualifications
Required for Adjunct Appointment:
Master’s degree in Music OR completion of at least 18 graduate hours in Music or a closely related content area (per accreditor/credentialing guidelines)
Additional expectations:
Demonstrated ability to teach Intro to Music effectively for non-majors;
Demonstrated ability to provide applied instruction in the candidate’s primary instrument area.
Preferred Qualifications:
• College/university teaching experience (strongly preferred);
• Experience teaching Intro to Music (or similar music appreciation/general studies course);
• Applied teaching strength in woodwind or percussion (preferred), or another area that matches current student needs;
• Interest in or familiarity with music technology/production (DAWs, basic recording, mixing)—not required for Spring 2026, but beneficial for long-term program development;
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population in a student-centered learning environment.
Primary Responsibilities (Spring 2026):
• Teach 1–2 sections of Introduction to Music (General Education), as assigned;
• Teach applied lessons (load based on enrollment and departmental need);
• Prepare syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments aligned with course outcomes;
• Maintain timely communication with students and submit grades by College deadlines;
• Hold reasonable student support time (office hours or appointment-based availability) consistent with adjunct expectations;
• Coordinate with the Music Program/Division leadership on course requirements, student progress, and performance-related needs as applicable.
Pathway to Full-Time (Anticipated Fall 2026):
Texas College intends to pursue the possibility of transitioning this role to a full-time Instructor/Assistant Professor line beginning Fall 2026, subject to approval and funding. If the position is elevated, the anticipated full-time scope may include a stronger emphasis in music technology/music production (DAWs, recording basics, music creation), in addition to applied and general education teaching as needed.
Application Materials:
Applicants should submit the following materials for full consideration:
• Letter of interest detailing qualifications and teaching availability for Spring 2026 (include: Intro to Music and Applied Instrument area);
• Current résumé or CV;
• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts required upon hire);
• Teaching philosophy statement (brief is fine);
• A link to a representative performance on your primary instrument/area of expertise, demonstrating a variety of styles (e.g., contrasting repertoire selections);
• Contact information for three professional references (name, relationship, phone, email);
Please do not send reference letters at this time; references will be contacted directly by the hiring committee.
Submission:
Application materials should be submitted electronically to: hr@texascollege.edu.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
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