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Percussion Virtual Teacher

 

 

Percussion Virtual Teacher

  • 515301
  • Denton, Texas, United States
  • Hourly

Title: Percussion Virtual Teacher

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

Sub Division-Department: UNT-College of Music

Department: UNT-College of Music-Gen-134000

Job Location: Denton

Salary: $40/hour

FTE: .48

Retirement Eligibility: Not Retirement Eligible

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 University of North Texas Health 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 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

The College of Music, among the largest in the nation, offers a comprehensive musical environment and unlimited opportunities for the pursuit of excellence in the musical arts for talented and dedicated musicians. The breadth of the musical experience includes the study and performance of the extended gamut of Western art music, the music of global cultures, and the creative contributions of contemporary jazz and electronic/experimental.

Position Overview

Teachers employed for this program will be scheduled to teach virtual private and group music lessons for up to 50 students in the Dallas ISD school district on their primary instrument. The hours of the position are flexible but will typically occur between 8:00am and
5:00pm.

Minimum Qualifications

Must reside in the state of Texas
Hold a BM, MM, GAC, or DMA from the College of Music at the University of North Texas
Complete fingerprinting via IdentoGo upon hire at own expense
Successfully pass Criminal History Check through Dallas ISD

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Ability to create engaging lesson plans that incorporate technology.
  • Strong communication and presentation skills for effective online teaching
  • The ability to motivate and inspire students of all ages and skill levels.
  • Capacity to adapt teaching methods to individual student needs and learning styles.
  • Ability to provide constructive feedback and track student progress.
  • Knowledge of Texas UIL procedures and requirements.

Job Duties

  • Conduct Private Music Lessons virtually to students within Dallas ISD's Virtual Private Music Lesson Program
  • Keep lesson notes and communicate effectively with the VPML Administration

Physical Requirements

  • Communicating with others to exchange information.
  • Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting or standing.
  • Repetitive motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

  • No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Varied, with hours Monday through Friday between 8:00am - 5:00pm

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

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, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration 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 a related investigation or proceeding.

 

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