Adjunct Music/Band Instructor

Responsibilities

• Teach music courses, develop curriculum, and advise students.
• Oversee and direct all band and choir administrative tasks, including budget management, scholarship awards, and recruitment efforts.
• Direct and conduct various ensembles, including the Concert Band, Marching Band, Pep Band, and University Choir.
• Establish participation policies and formulate operation manuals for students and staff.
• Coordinate with auxiliary personnel, including dance and flag coordinators.
• Prepare music and field shows, including drumline arrangements.
• Schedule all performances and manage necessary travel paperwork in accordance with university policies.
• Maintain and inventory all musical equipment, instruments, uniforms, and supplies.
• Supervise the conduct and behavior of all ensemble members and enforce university policies.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Music (Performance, Conducting, Jazz Studies, etc.) or a Master's degree in Education with graduate-level music credits.
• Minimum of five years of experience as a band or choir director at the high school or collegiate level.
• Proven experience in instrumental ensemble conducting and choir conducting.
• Experience directing university bands and designing marching band drills.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching practices for diverse musical backgrounds.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and administration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctorate in Music.
• Experience teaching applied instrumental lessons at the collegiate level.
• Ability to provide links to prior band recordings within the application.

About the Company

Cheyney University of Pennsylvania, the nation’s oldest HBCU, has been a respected institution of higher education since 1837. We value scholarship, diversity, integrity, respect, and service, and are committed to providing a vibrant educational community that promotes lifelong learning and social responsibility.