Lecturer of Piano/Keyboard Skills (2025-2026 Academic Year)

Lecturer of Piano/Keyboard Skills (2025-2026 Academic Year)UIW MissionPosition SummaryThe Department of Music invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Piano/Keyboard Skills within the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. This faculty position will teach class piano, keyboard skills classes, and possibly private lessons and may also be asked to teach other courses or coach ensembles, depending on experience and departmental needs. Responsibilities also include recruitment and may include attendance at departmental studio hour and instrumental seminar, as needed, on Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m.In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the university include teaching and professional activities as assigned.This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty in designated area as needed during the academic year.Essential FunctionsBasic Instructional Duties:• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.• Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and processes including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.• Perform other duties as assigned. Job DutiesKnowledge Skills and Abilities• Must be able to teach piano/keyboard skills at all levels, from beginner to advanced;• Ability to deliver instruction both in person and/or online as needed;• Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching;• Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed;• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.Required EducationMaster's Degree in Piano or Piano Pedagogy.Required Work Experience• Two (2) years of experience teaching applied lessons in piano and/or group piano classes.• Evidence of significant performing experience on piano.Preferred Qualifications• Doctoral Degree in Piano Performance or related field.• Teaching experience at the college or university level.Required Certifications, Licenses or RegistrationsNone specified.Work HoursBased on course assignment.Occasional attendance, as needed, at departmental recital hour and instrumental seminar on Thursdays, 1:30-2:45 p.m., as well as instrumental juries, hearings, and recitals, as needed.Physical DemandsTypical of faculty in this discipline and instrument.Posting Number: UN919POJob Type: Part TimeJob Category: FacultyDesired Start Date:Position End Date (if temporary):Reports To: Dean, College of Humanities, Arts, and Social SciencesSalary: $2800/class (Master's); $3100/class (doctoral degree)Open Date: 03/13/2025Close Date: 3/31/2026Open Until Filled: NoSpecial Instructions to ApplicantN/A.To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/6077103UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).jeid-d83dad2ef84f6343843125e99c6f296c