Temporary, Part-Time Music Supervision Instructor
Millersville University

Department: Music
Nature of Position: Temporary, part-time

Job Summary/Basic Function
Join Our Team at Millersville University!

The Tell School of Music is seeking a qualified and passionate music educator to join our team. The ideal candidate will have expertise in Kodály pedagogy and a strong background in teaching general music at the K-12 level. Responsibilities include supervising K-12 student teachers. The position requires a combination of academic qualifications, practical teaching experience, and a commitment to excellence in music education. Applicants must be prepared to participate in a successful interview process, including a teaching demonstration.

Temporary, part-time instructor responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in Music.

Teaching will be done on-campus with some online components, as needed.

A complete application will include:

Cover letter describing qualifications for the position and teaching philosophy.
Current curriculum vitae or professional resume.
Copies of registrar-issued transcripts for all degrees conferred and in progress.
Two letters of professional reference dated within the last 12 months.

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials far enough in advance of the closing date to allow time for their references to respond. If you choose to provide additional documentation, please upload these items as optional documents.

Please do not link your application to the position until you have uploaded all of the required documents and any optional documents you want to provide. You will not be able to change the materials submitted or upload any new additional materials, after the application process has been completed and you receive a confirmation number.

Salary and Benefits
Position Salary: Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications as well as aligned with the details contained in the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the Millersville University Promotion Statement.
Plus a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and future:

Comprehensive Health Coverage – Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Group Life Insurance
Retirement Plans – Choose from two excellent options
Tuition Waiver – Invest in your education or your family’s
Paid Time Off – Vacation, sick leave, and holidays to recharge
Full Benefits Summary (PDF)

Why Millersville?
Nestled in beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University is a proud member of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. We’re known for:

Strong student-faculty connections
70+ undergraduate and 24 graduate programs
A stunning campus and vibrant community
Outstanding job placement for graduates

With over 66,000 alumni across the globe, our impact is far-reaching—and growing.

Our Mission & Values:
At Millersville, we live by our EPPIIC values of Exploration, Public Mission, Professionalism, Inclusion, Integrity, and Compassion. We are deeply committed to Inclusive Excellence—creating a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone can thrive.

Equal Opportunity for All:
Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
The State System Employee Benefits Summary for faculty can be found at: https://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/LR/Documents/APSCUF_July2019-June2023.pdf.
Duties and Responsibilities:
TEACHING AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Responsibilities include conducting observations, providing feedback, and mentoring student teachers in their professional development. Utilize a variety of instructional methods, such as demonstrations, discussions, and appropriate online tools or platforms, to support effective learning and teaching practices in higher education.
Part-time faculty members shall maintain a prorated number of office hours each week, at a minimum of twenty-five (25) minutes for each workload hour taught, at such days, times and locations as will accommodate the needs of the students.

This position requires in-person instruction on Millersville University’s campus. This position is contingent upon sufficient enrollments in assigned classes.

For details, please see:The CBA, Article 12.B.1, Effective teaching and fulfillment of professional responsibilities (p. 27);
CONTINUING SCHOLARLY GROWTH AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT and SERVICE TO THE UNIVERSITY AND/OR COMMUNITY:

In addition to teaching, there is an expectation for scholarship and service commensurate with the assignment.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other reasonable duties assigned within the faculty member’s field of competence.

PERFORMANCE REVIEW / EVALUATIONS:

Please see the CBA, Article 12, Performance Review and Evaluation of Faculty (pp. 27-39).

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:The Tell School of Music in the School of Humanities and Social Sciences comprises 12 full-time and 19 part-time faculty members, two support staff, and 220 music majors and minors. It offers programs in the Bachelor of Science in Music Education, the Bachelor of Arts in Music, the Bachelor of Science in Music Industry with concentrations in Production, Management, and Live audio, the minor in Music, and courses in general education. In addition, it offers large and small ensemble experiences for music majors and general students and Millersville University is accredited by NASM. The music education program complies with the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE).
Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Music Education or equivalent. (Applicants with a Bachelor’s degree and 15 or more graduate credits will also be considered.)
Kodály Pedagogy Certification from the Kodály Institute (Liszt Academy, Budapest, Hungary) or an OAKE-Endorsed Kodály Teacher Education Program.
Demonstrated knowledge and experience teaching K-12 general music (K-5 and/or middle/secondary)
Demonstrated knowledge and experience teaching K-5, middle, or high school general music.
Ability to supervise and mentor student teachers at K-5 and/or middle/high school levels.
Successful interview.
Serve as a liaison to the College of Education.
Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

PhD or ABD in Music or related discipline.
Prior college-level teaching experience.

Job Description

Essential Functions

Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.
Ability to:
- sit or stand while teaching.
- speak clearly.
- communicate via writing exceptionally well
- understand verbal communication (read and understand verbal messages).
- use construction tools safely.
- move to and from campus buildings, offices, classrooms and stage areas.
- climb ladders.
- stoop or bend to pick things up.
Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 10 pounds without assistance.
- lift student paper bundles, small boxes, scene shop equipment and materials.
Must be able to occasionally lift/pull/push heavier items with assistance.
Teach courses and supervise student teachers in face-to-face settings.
Able to record and calculate grades, prepare course outline and syllabus, develop course and lesson plans, engage in the selection of appropriate textbooks and other teaching aids necessary to the delivery of instruction.
Use computer for email, obtain information on websites, prepare class documents, grade papers, submit final grades online and other duties related to teaching and advising students and serving the department, college, university and community.
No or very limited exposure to physical risks.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.

To apply, please visit: https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/13916

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