Lecturer in Voice (2023-2024 Academic Year)

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Position Title Lecturer in Voice (2023-2024 Academic Year)

UIW Mission

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary

The Department of Music invites candidates for a Lecturer in Voice within the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. This faculty position will teach applied voice lessons and may also be asked to teach Singer's Workshop, Singing for Beginners, and other voice area courses as needed. Responsibilities also include recruitment and attendance at departmental studio hour and voice seminar 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 faculty members at the University include teaching, scholarship, service, 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.

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

Essential Functions

Basic Instructional Duties:

Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.

Prepare timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.

Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.

Adhere to UIW policies and procedures, 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.

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).

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.

Qualifications

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

Must be able to teach weekly applied voice lessons;

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 Education

Master's Degree in Music, Vocal Performance/Pedagogy. Note that a Bachelor's in Music with extensive performance as a vocalist and significant teaching experience will be considered in lieu of required education.

Required Work Experience

At least one year teaching private voice lessons at the college or university level. Note that significant teaching experience at other levels will be considered.

Evidence of significant performing experience as a vocalist.

Preferred Qualifications

Teaching experience in baritone, tenor, and soprano.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations

None specified.

Work Hours

Must be available for weekly departmental recital hour and voice seminar from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m. on Thursdays, as well as voice juries, hearings, and recitals (as applicable).

Physical Demands

Typical of faculty in this discipline and instrument.

Posting Details

Posting Details

Posting Number UN709PO

Number of Vacancies 8 Job Type Part Time Job Category Faculty Desired Start Date 08/01/2023 Position End Date (if temporary) Reports to Dean, College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences Salary $2800/class (Master's); $3100/class (doctoral degree) Open Date 03/22/2023 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant

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EOE

UIW 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).

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

Curriculum Vitae

Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Teaching Philosophy

Unofficial Transcripts 1

Professional Reference Contact Information

Optional Documents

Unofficial Transcripts 2

Unofficial Transcripts 3

Other Document

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This position requires at least a Master's Degree in Music, Vocal Performance/Pedagogy. Note that a Bachelor's in Music with extensive performance as a vocalist and significant teaching experience will be considered in Lieu of required education. Do you have at least one of the following?

No

Yes, Master's Degree in Music, Vocal Performance/Pedagogy

Yes, Bachelor's in Music + extensive vocalist performance + significant teaching experience

This position requires at least one year of teaching private voice lessons at the college or university level. Note that significant teaching experience at other levels will be considered. How many years of experience do you have teaching?

Less than 1 year

1 year at the college or university level

2 years at the college or university level

3 years at the college or university level

4 or more years at the college or university level

Significant teaching experience at other levels