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Adjunct Instructor - Jazz Performance

  • 509198
  • Denton, Texas, United States
  • Adjunct

Title: Adjunct Instructor - Jazz Performance

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-College of Music

Department: UNT-Jazz Studies-134330

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Competitive salary based on experience

FTE: varies

Retirement Eligibility: Eligibility based on semesterly assignment, for more information visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/

About Us - Values Overview:

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and the University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
 
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an inclusive environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
 
Learn more about the UNT System and how we live our values at www.UNTSystem.edu.

Department Summary

UNT’s Jazz Studies program is widely regarded as one of the nation’s most respected and was the first-degree program of its kind in the field. Our faculty members are dedicated teachers as well as nationally and internationally known performers. They’ve earned Grammy Award nominations, toured internationally, conducted classes at the renowned Jamey Aebersold Summer Jazz Workshops, and written books about jazz. We provide you many opportunities to perform with on- and off-campus ensembles. This includes the One O’Clock Lab Band, which has earned six Grammy Award nominations and toured Europe, Japan, Thailand, and Australia.

Position Overview

The Department of Jazz Studies seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Instructor pool and welcomes applicants at any time. This posting is for the Fall 2024, Spring 2025 and Summer 2025 semesters. The specific courses involved may vary from semester to semester and openings to teach these courses develop on a periodic basis, depending on department teaching needs.

The anticipated need is for adjunct instructors to teach applied lessons in jazz guitar, jazz piano or classes in jazz improvisation or lab band instruction. All instruction will take place on the UNT Denton campus.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in music required. Professional experience may be accepted in place of an earned degree.

Experience in playing jazz at a professional level.

Expertise and experience in teaching jazz performance.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in teaching jazz performance with reference to the standards of performance of the UNT Jazz Studies Program.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

 

Work Schedule:

varies based on assignment

Driving University Vehicle:

No

Security Sensitive:

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions:

 

Benefits:

For information regarding our Benefits, click here.

EEO Statement:

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System immediately investigates complaints of discrimination and takes remedial action when appropriate. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.

 

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