PT Associate Faculty - Music: Jazz Band - Cochise College : Job Details

Salary: $0.00 HourlyLocation : Sierra Vista Campus, AZJob Type: Part-timeJob Number: 2401605Division: PTAcademicsDepartments: PTAcademics - Liberal ArtsOpening Date: 11/07/2024FLSA: ExemptRemote Work Eligible: NoPay Grade: Associate Faculty ScheduleDuration/Parameters: Per credit per semester, as neededPosition SummaryPosition Summary:Associate Faculty provides an invaluable service to the College and our students by providing a quality learning experience of their profession in our classrooms, laboratories, and studios. Instruction is provided throughout Cochise County. This position is face-to-face on the Sierra Vista Campus with potential expansion to the Douglas campus. Essential Functions: As defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, it may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and tasks performed by incumbents of this class.Position is open until filled with applications reviewed upon receipt and may close at any time. Note: Cochise College requires a post offer, pre-employment background screening of all employees. Compensation: $859 per equated credit unit.This is NOT a remote position. Duties and ResponsibilitiesDuties and Responsibilities: Within the scope of college policies and procedures, this position:Teaches assigned courses to enrolled students and manages a diverse population of students in a classroom and/or laboratory environmentDevelops, prepares, and implements lesson plans; conducts pre- and post-assessment of students; evaluates, assesses, and plans for students' educational and social needsCollaborates with other faculty and staff in the assessment of teaching strategies and the effectiveness of the instructional program to help promote a culture of continuous improvementMaintains student records, statistics, and/or other pertinent information as required by the college and the departmentResolves issues relevant to area of responsibility and scope of authority, referring more difficult or complex problems to the appropriate Department Chair, Dean, or other College officialPerforms other related duties as assigned.General Expectations: Employees are expected to accomplish assigned duties efficiently, effectively, and competently and to strive for improvement and excellence in all work. Additionally, employees must understand the comprehensive role of the community college and cooperate and work harmoniously with students, faculty, staff, and the public. Employees will follow all college policies, rules, regulations, and guidelines as they relate to this position.Education and Experience; Knowledge, Skills and AbilitiesEducation and Experience Requirements: Master's degree, preferred in Music or related discipline AND 18 graduate hours in Orchestra, Band, or Instrument Performance from an institution accredited by an institutional accrediting body of higher learning recognized by the US Department of EducationOR Bachelor's degree in Music and three (3) years work or teaching experience in instrument performance.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Knowledge of and ability to follow college policies and proceduresKnowledge of trends, developments, and new technologies affecting the Music programKnowledge of how to assist students of diverse cultures and backgrounds to improve and master their musical skillsKnowledge of research-based adult learning principlesKnowledge of developing, implementing, and evaluating curriculum and instructional approachesSkill in using authentic assessment to evaluate students' needs and progressSill with current technologies and word processing, database, presentations, and spreadsheet software, specifically Microsoft Office applications Ability to instruct students in multiple skills and techniques around instrument performanceAbility to communicate effectively, verbally and in writing, and to relate to others in a professional, helpful mannerAbility to relate to a diverse population and to maintain composure when faced with difficult situationsAbility to organize, prioritize, and follow multiple projects and tasks through to completion with attention to detailAbility to work independently while contributing to a team environmentAbility to analyze problems, identify solutions, and take appropriate actions to resolve problems either through the department chair or dean or by using independent judgment and decision-makingAbility to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other department staff, faculty, students, and the publicWork Environment & Physical RequirementsWork Environment: Work is performed in a classroom, laboratory, office, or online setting under limited supervision. Evening or weekend work may be required. Participation at the end-of-semester concert, which is typically off-site and not during the regularly scheduled class time, is mandatory.Physical Requirements: Essential functions of this position require: lifting, manual dexterity, and the ability to communicate.Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects, including the human body; involves sitting the majority of the time with some walking and standing requiredMental Application: Utilizes memory for details, verbal instructions, emotional stability, critical thinking, adaptability, and creative problem-solving skillsare also importantReports to: Dean of Liberal ArtsPart time and student positions are not benefit eligible