Visiting Instructor Music/Group Piano

Visiting Instructor Music/Group Piano Job

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Location Statesboro, Georgia Full/Part Time Regular/Temporary About Us Georgia Southern University is the state's largest and most comprehensive center of higher education south of Atlanta. With nearly 150 degree programs at the bachelor's, master's and doctoral levels, Georgia Southern has been designated a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 "high research" university and serves more than 29,500 students from all 50 states, Washington D.C., and Puerto Rico as well as 106 nations. With three vibrant campuses - the Statesboro Campus, the Armstrong Campus in Savannah and the Liberty Campus in Hinesville - Georgia Southern offers a dynamic environment which encourages learning, discovery and personal growth. The University is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and has earned special accreditation from professional and academic associations that set standards in their fields. Georgia Southern is an influencer and intellectual catalyst in southeast Georgia, a rapidly expanding region that is home to international companies such as Hyundai, Gulfstream and JCB, as well as the Port of Savannah and Georgia Ports Authority. With a focus on hands-on learning, Georgia Southern is supporting the demand for highly skilled workers by providing academic excellence and creative innovation in a supportive student-centered environment that empowers the next generation of leaders to succeed. Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. Named one of the Best U.S. Colleges by The Wall Street Journal, Georgia Southern is nationally ranked for the caliber of its programs and services. Georgia Southern University has been recognized by Forbes as one of "America's Best-In-State Employers" for 2025. Location With more than 29,500 students and 150 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation. Statesboro Campus 1332 Southern Drive Statesboro, GA 30458 Department Information Within this setting, The Fred and Dinah Gretsch School of Music offers student-centered degree programs at the bachelor¿s and master¿s level. Our mission is to provide opportunities for studying and making music within the context of a liberal arts education; to prepare students for careers in music-related fields; to enhance the cultural life of the campuses and surrounding region; and to contribute to the preservation and expansion of our rich musical tradition through performance, composition, education, research, and music industry. Students are mentored by a faculty of dedicated teacher-scholars, who are nationally and internationally known in their fields of expertise. Job Summary Reporting to the Chair of the Gretsch School of Music, the Visiting Instructor of Class Piano and Piano Pedagogy will: Teach all sections of undergraduate Group Piano Teach Piano Pedagogy I and II to undergraduate students as needed Accompany students and faculty as needed Keep the piano lab up to date and in good repair Serve as a member of the keyboard area committee and other committees as assigned The position is an academic (10 month) appointment. Required Qualifications Earned Masters degree in piano pedagogy, or a closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in piano, by August 1, 2026. Extensive experience teaching all levels of undergraduate group piano. Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives. Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development. Preferred Qualifications Doctoral degree in piano pedagogy Experience teaching piano pedagogy to undergraduate and graduate students Extensive experience collaborating with instrumentalists at all levels Proposed Salary Commensurate with experience. This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis. Required Documents to Attach A complete application consists of: A letter addressing the qualifications cited above A curriculum vitae The names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references.

A document with links to:

At least one video of at least 15 minutes demonstrating classroom work with group piano students (video may be edited for length) At least one video of a collaborative performance with an instrumental performer with the candidate as collaborative pianist Other documentation may be requested. Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES

Consistently exhibit engaging customer service Ability to support various constituencies served by the University Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE

Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success SKILLS Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills