Adjunct Faculty - Applied Low Brass, Trombone Choir, and Performance Class

Grand Rapids Community College • Grand Rapids, MI • 4h ago

Department: Music Location: Grand Rapids, MI

The College is interested in seeking candidates to teach Applied Low Brass, Trombone Choir, and Performance Class in the Fall and Winter semesters at our downtown campus.

The ideal candidate will have a passion for teaching and a commitment to student success, ensuring a high-quality learning experience for all students.

Adjunct needs are determined on a semester by semester basis, as are the number of sections offered each semester. GRCC classes are held at a variety of times, Monday through Saturday in different modalities such as Hybrid, Online & Virtual. For semester start and end dates, see GRCC's Academic Calendar.

Requisition ID: 1175 Employee Group:https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-groups-resources/employee-groups/adjunct-faculty/adjunct-faculty-pay-rateshttps://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-groups-resources/employee-groups/adjunct-faculty Schedule: Fall Semester Compensation: https://www.grcc.edu/faculty-staff/human-resources/employee-groups-resources/employee-groups/adjunct-faculty/adjunct-faculty-pay-rates Reports to: Associate Dean - School of Liberal Arts Posting Opens: 8/26/2026

Posting Closes: Open until filled

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Teach applied private lessons to music majors, general college students, and community members.

Teach Performance Class (Thursdays 3:15 - 4:15)

Teach Trombone Choir (Wednesdays 5:30 - 6:30).

Perform tasks normally expected of adjunct faculty members:

Follow the required syllabus template.

Meet classes during the time scheduled and for the appropriate length of time required by the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

State course outcomes clearly at the beginning of the course and state the criteria and procedures for evaluating student attainment of these objectives.

Promote an intellectually stimulating atmosphere in the classroom which is conducive to the attainment of high academic achievement and stated course outcomes.

Keep accurate student academic records.

Report grades by contractual deadline.

Make reasonable accommodations as approved by the Disability Support Services to meet students' needs and in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Follow College policy on the Family Educational Right to Privacy Act (FERPA).

Make all reasonable efforts to respond to communication in a timely manner and provide reasonable means for student access to course information.

JOB SPECIFICATIONS

Qualifications

A master's degree in Music is required, with a primary instrument of trombone, euphonium, or tuba.

Participation in professional development and/or continuous improvement activities in order to remain current in the field.

Skills

Demonstrated expertise in the subject area and a commitment to continuous professional development.

Excellent low brass performance and pedagogical skills.

Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to work effectively with a diverse student population and faculty team.

Proficiency in using instructional technology and learning management systems (e.g.,Gmail, Canvas).

Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Physical Demands

Must have the physical capacity for demonstrating technique while sitting or standing.

Must be able to sit or stand for long periods of time.

Mental Demands

An understanding of and appreciation for the community college philosophy and student population.

An interest in working with diverse student populations, who represent a wide range of age, ethnicity, national origin, and ability.

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