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University of Missouri - Kansas City

Conservatory

On the University of Missouri's designated performing arts campus, the UMKC Conservatory is an educational community that advances creativity, performance, scholarship, and learning in the arts. We are a vital partner in Kansas City's rich cultural environment, providing the highest level of professional instruction and an extensive array of performances. As a community we collaborate to balance tradition, innovation, and unity as we seek to serve art and humanity.

The Conservatory is comprised of four divisions: Music Studies, Music Performance, Dance, and Theatre. Adjunct faculty teaching in the Conservatory are responsible for teaching regular courses or applied lessons as assigned by the Division Chairperson.

For ore information about the Conservatory, visit: https://conservatory.umkc.edu/

Job Description

The UMKC Conservatory is continuously seeking qualified candidates for adjunct faculty teaching positions.

THE INTENT OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IS TO IDENTIFY A POOL OF ADJUNCT FACULTY WHO ARE QUALIFIED TO DELIVER UNDERGRADUATE AND GRADUATE LEVEL COURSES AND INSTRUCTION IN ALL DEPARTMENTS OF THE CONSERVATORY.

Job Duties include, but are not limited to:

Contribute to the academic and service environments that are characteristic to a conservatory within a university; and enrich the cultural environment of the Kansas City metropolitan community.
Communicates clearly in a timely manner issues and/or concerns regarding student performance to department chair
Respond to email, phone calls, questions and other inquiries in a timely manner
Promote and sustain positive relationships with the students, Dean, department chairs, and university faculty and staff.
Demonstrate knowledge, skills and dispositions that clearly align with the Conservatory of Music and Dance’s mission, vision, and values
Teach students in groups or individual applied lessons. Courses offered range in topics from Music Composition, Music Education and Theory, Music Therapy, Instrumental Studies (percussion, string bass, flute, saxophone, trumpet, etc.), Vocal Studies, Keyboard Studies, Jazz Studies, and Dance.
Demonstrate and reflect knowledge of effective instructional practices for classrooms with differing backgrounds or individual setting

Qualifications

Degree or appropriate, significant experience / training relevant to the level of class and content area being taught
Demonstrated understanding of and commitment to the Conservatory’s mission and values
Familiarity with teaching applied lessons or classroom lectures
Demonstrated highly successful experience teaching in their area of specialization. This may include higher degrees or other experience equivalent to that. May also entail specific certifications.

Anticipated Hiring Range

In most cases, pay is determined based on the applicant's determined academic rank. In some instances, pay may be negotiable based on education, experience, and internal equity.

Application Materials

Applicants need to apply at https://www.umkc.edu/hr/careers/

A complete application includes a letter of application detailing desire and qualifications to teach in one or more of the areas listed above, curriculum vita, a minimum of two current letters of recommendation (must be on letterhead and signed), transcript reflecting the highest degree earned and previous coursework leading up to the highest degree earned.

The University requires that we maintain an official copy of your higher education transcripts. If considered an official copy of that transcript must be sent to the Office of the Dean, Business Office, attention: Jennifer Parker Burrus, UMKC Conservatory of Music and Dance, 417 Olson PAC, 4949 Cherry Street Kansas City, Missouri 64110. Your appointment is contingent upon verification of your degree.

If you are experiencing technical problems during the application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu

Other Information

These are temporary, non-tenure-accruing, non-benefits eligible positions. Appointment periods are for the semester with consideration for reappointment.

An official copy of transcripts(s), showing degree(s) with courses completed, and conferring institution will be required before an official offer is made to the candidate.

Community Information

Kansas City offers the best of both worlds—a vibrant, urban community with Midwestern appeal. The city’s rich history and its modern-day, innovative thinking come together to create an eclectic group of neighborhoods that offer a little something for everyone. From thriving arts districts, an energetic downtown nightlife, casual to upscale shopping and champion sports teams, you will have no problem making yourself at home. Of course, one of Kansas City’s biggest claims to fame is its food, especially its world-famous barbecue. Foodies will delight in the culinary scene found throughout the city. Ranging from award-winning chefs to cozy pizza joints, Kansas City definitely is not lacking any flavor.

UMKC’s campuses are conveniently nestled in the middle of all the action. Volker Campus is just minutes from the legendary Country Club Plaza, perfect for shopping or restaurants for lunch or after-work happy hours. Surrounded by hip neighborhoods and eateries, the Health Sciences Campus is located downtown near University Health Truman Medical Center and Children’s Mercy Hospital.

UMKC is proud to be “Kansas City’s university,” and the campus and its people celebrate all the characteristics of the surrounding community. To learn more about life in Kansas City and find more resources, visit VisitKC.com.

Benefit Eligibility

This position is not eligible for University benefits. Individuals in non benefit eligible positions may choose to participate in the Tax Deferred Annuity Plan (403b). For information about this plan, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity Employer .

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.

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