PART TIME ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR OF FRENCH HORN

ADJUNCT ~ STUDIO FRENCH HORN INSTRUCTOR

Job Description

FLSA:

Exempt, Salary (Education and Professional Exemption)

POSITION TYPE:

Part Time, Exempt

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

• Music

POSITIONS REPORTING TO THIS POSITION:

• NA

PURPOSE:

The instructor will provide one-on-one studio instruction to undergraduate music majors and non-majors. The appointment is for the Fall 2025 semester, with the possibility of renewal for Spring 2026, contingent upon performance and enrollment. The Fine Arts Division at Bethany College includes programs in Music and Art. The division consists of six full-time faculty members who collaborate to provide a supportive and rigorous educational environment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Teach private French horn lessons to assigned students (approximately 3–6 students per semester).
• Prepare students for:
  1. Degree recitals
  2. Departmental recitals
  3. Masterclasses
  4. End-of-semester performance juries
• Attend student juries and offer performance feedback.
• Communicate regularly with music faculty and division leadership regarding student progress and instructional planning.

Note: This job description outlines the general scope of work. It does not limit the assignment of related duties that may be necessary based on evolving institutional needs.

Job Requirements

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Music or related field.
• Preferred: Master of Music (MM) degree in performance or pedagogy; prior experience teaching applied lessons at the college level.
• Good communication skills, organized, and able to perform multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Ability to communicate effectively to a variety of audiences, including students, parents, faculty, staff, alumni, administration, and the community-at-large.
• Ability to handle multiple projects/assignments concurrently and be very results-oriented.
• Highly motivated and works well both independently and in a team environment.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor and motivate students.
• Regular attendance required

COMPUTER COMPETENCIES:

• Functional knowledge of Microsoft Windows and Microsoft Office
• Basic personal computer operation
• Willingness to adapt to a changing technology environment, i.e. updates, security, and new versions
• Ability to use multiple Internet browsers
• Competent in email and document management

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Work performed indoors is generally with ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment.

LOCATION:

Presser Hall, Bethany College Campus – Lindsborg, Kansas

CONFIDENTIAL:

This position does not involve access to confidential student or personnel records beyond standard student-professor performance data.

APPLICATION PROCESS:

To apply, please submit:

• A letter of application
• A current curriculum vitae (CV)

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Only complete applications will be considered.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES:

Bethany College provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Bethany College complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.