Music Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool) Job at Inside Higher Ed in Fremont

Music Instructor (Part-Time Faculty Pool)

Ohlone College seeks to employ faculty members who have a passion for teaching and learning and a strong commitment to the missions and ideals of the community college.

The ideal candidate will be skilled in generating student engagement in learning.

Innovative teaching strategies are encouraged at Ohlone, including collaborative learning and the active use of technology.

Position Description

Ohlone College is seeking a pool of qualified applicants for temporary part-time teaching assignments.

Assignments may include day, evening and weekend courses and may be in-person, online or hybrid.

Duties And Responsibilities

• Teach Music in accordance with post-secondary level established course outlines.
• Evaluate student work using clear criteria relevant to the course content and student learning outcomes, and provide feedback to students in a timely manner.
• Maintain and submit accurate records according to published deadlines.
• Create an equity-based and welcoming classroom environment.
• Perform duties described in Board policy, the United Faculty of Ohlone (faculty bargaining unit) contract, the Faculty Handbook, and as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's in Music; or Bachelor's in Music AND Master's in Humanities; or the equivalent.

Commitment to community college goals/objectives of being an equity-based and anti-racist institution, and providing quality programs and services for culturally, socio-economically, ethnically, and academically diverse students and students with disabilities.

Desirable Qualifications

• Teaching experience at the community college level desired but not required.
• Experience in using innovative teaching methods that encourage student engagement and learning.
• Experience creating socially conscious syllabi, equitable classroom materials and inclusive pedagogical practices to promote an inclusive environment.
• Experience and skill with addressing issues of equity.
• Experience in the use of computer technology as a teaching tool, including experience with course management systems.
• Excellent verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to work successfully in a team environment.

EEO Statement

The District is strongly committed to the principles of equal opportunity and to hiring qualified staff who reflect the diversity of our community.