Job Description

Job Title: Hourly Music Adjunct 

 

Job Type: Hourly, Contract

 

Job Summary: The Hourly Music Adjunct will be responsible for teaching group or single lessons for an instrument approximately once a week to students in the Fayetteville band program. The adjunct will work collaboratively with the band director and provide instruction that complements the school’s music curriculum.

 

Duties and Responsibilities:

 

• Teach group and individual music lessons for an instrument approximately once a week to students in the Fayetteville band program.


• Develop lesson plans and instructional materials that align with the school’s music curriculum.


• Provide feedback and constructive criticism to students to help them improve their musical abilities.


• Assess students’ progress and provide regular progress reports to the band director.


• Foster a positive learning environment that encourages students to develop a love of music.


• Collaborate with the band director to identify areas where individual students or the group as a whole need additional instruction or support.


• Communicate regularly with the band director regarding students’ progress and any concerns.


• Attend occasional after-school or evening events, such as concerts or recitals, to support students and the school’s music program.


• Maintain a safe and orderly environment that is conducive to learning.

 

Qualifications:

 

• Bachelor's degree in music education or a related field or is currently pursuing said degree.


• Experience teaching music lessons to middle, junior high, or high school students.


• Demonstrated proficiency in playing the instrument being taught.


• Knowledge of music theory, ear training, and music history.


• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.


• Ability to motivate and inspire students to learn and appreciate music.


• Flexibility to adapt instruction to meet the needs of individual students.


• Ability to work collaboratively with other teachers and school administrators.


• Strong organizational and time management skills.

 

Working Conditions:

 

The Hourly Music Adjunct will work primarily in a classroom or rehearsal space within the school. The position is part-time and involves teaching approximately one lesson per week, typically lasting between 45 and 60 minutes. Occasional evening or weekend work may be required to attend concerts or recitals.