Part Time Instructor – Woodwinds, Saxophone Position Available In Bibb, Georgia
Tallo's Job Summary: Middle Georgia State University is seeking a part-time instructor for woodwinds, specifically saxophone. Responsibilities include teaching applied saxophone lessons, supporting students on other woodwind instruments as needed, and preparing students for performances. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in music, experience in multiple styles, and strong communication skills.
Job Description
Part Time Instructor
- Woodwinds, Saxophone 3.
8 3.8 out of 5 stars Macon, GA About Us Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia’s 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia’s flagship aviation university, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state. Department Information The Media, Culture and the Arts Department builds on a solid foundation in the liberal arts to guide students toward their academic goals while preparing them for society. MCA coursework develops expertise in the visual arts, music, media production, writing, communication, and modern languages. Job Summary Middle Georgia State University (MGA) invites applications for a part-time instructor of woodwinds, with a primary focus on saxophone, to join our growing and student-centered music program. The successful candidate will teach applied saxophone lessons and should also be able to support students on other woodwind instruments as needed (clarinet, flute, etc.). This role offers the opportunity to work closely with motivated students, contribute to an evolving curriculum, and collaborate with a dedicated music faculty committed to real-world musical training. Responsibilities Teaching applied saxophone lessons to music majors, minors, and non-majors Providing instruction to other woodwind students as needed based on enrollment Preparing students for juries, recitals, and ensemble performances Attending occasional departmental events, juries, and meetings Supporting recruitment efforts through clinics, workshops, or outreach when available Required Qualifications Required Educational Qualifications Master¿s degree in music (M.M., M.A., or equivalent) Required Experience Experience in multiple styles (classical, jazz, commercial) Other Required Qualifications Demonstrated success in teaching saxophone and other woodwind instruments at the collegiate or advanced high school level Strong communication and collaborative skills Preferred Qualifications Preferred Educational Qualifications Doctoral degree in music Required Documents to Attach Cover letter outlining teaching philosophy along with experience in saxophone and woodwinds Curriculum vitae Contact information for three professional references Links to recent performance or teaching samples Transcripts USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Institutional Values Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent:
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