Adjunct Instructor of Cello/Bass

　　Job Type

　　Part-time

　　*GENERAL PURPOSE: *Heidelberg University, located in Tiffin, Ohio, invites applications for Adjunct Applied Instructor of Cello and Bass  for the 2024 Spring Semester.  The successful candidate should be a dynamic teacher with a strong background in cello/bass performance, repertoire and pedagogy.    The successful candidate will teach the following courses: Applied Cello and Bass Lessons for Majors and Non-majors. 

　　This adjunct position is for the Spring Semester 2024 academic year with the possibility of renewal contingent on a performance evaluation.  

　　*SUPERVISION RECEIVED: *This position collaborates closely with instrumental faculty in the School of Music and Theatre.  This position is supervised by the Director of the School of Music and Theatre.  

　　*SUPERVISION EXERCISED:  *None

　　*ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: *

　　Teach Applied Cello and Bass Lessons for Majors and Non-majors. Assess student performance development during applied juries at the end of the academic year. Assist with recruitment for the School of Music and Theatre.  *CORE VALUES AND PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES: *

　　Model leadership values of integrity, honesty, respectfulness, diversity, and accountability in all interactions and activities.Utilize pedagogy that matches best practice in the discipline; challenging students with content and practices that emphasis critical thinking and engagement/application.  Collaborate with other School of Music and Theatre faculty, assisting with curricular, programmatic and engagement endeavors.  Demonstrate a commitment to teamwork and strong interpersonal skills. Bring a spirit of enthusiasm and energy to the campus, inspiring students and colleagues.  *DESIRED ATTRIBUTES AND QUALIFICATIONS: *

　　*Education and Professional Experience: *Masters in Music or equivalent degree with an applied area  in Cello or Bass FA or Equivalent Professional experience is preferred. Undergraduate degree with an applied area in Cello or  Bass is required.  Prior applied teaching experience at the University or private studio level is required.  Familiarity with diverse musical styles including but not limited to jazz is preferred.  

　　*Necessary Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: *

　　Demonstrated strong commitment to student-centered active learningDemonstrated expertise in dance performance,  pedagogy, and repertoire.   Expressed and demonstrated respect and sensitivity to the needs of a diverse student body.Recruitment is a primary requirement in addition to instructional service to the School of Music and Theatre.Possess a work ethic that promotes teamwork, enhances creativity and motivation, and builds consensus in a high-energy and high-task environment with excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication and problem-solving skills.Ability to travel and work weekends as needed according to SMT programming and recruitment endeavors.*TOOLS AND EQUIPMENT USED: *Various instructional technologies including, but not limited to Google Suite, learning management systems such as Canvas, video conferencing, etc. 

　　PHYSICAL DEMANDS: *The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by  an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position.  *

　　While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use arms, hands and fingers to  demonstrate and perform dance movements.. The employee may be frequently