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All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e-mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. By completing this application, you are putting your name into consideration to be hired as a Frederick Community College adjunct faculty member. This posting will remain active through 5/31/2027.
*For questions regarding this position or for more information, please contact Michael Gersten at mgersten@frederick.edu or Brian Stipelman at bstipelman@frederick.edu.*
Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and strongly encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply. Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply.
Posting Details
Adjunct faculty teach courses as assigned based on disciplinary needs, educational background, and experience. Adjunct faculty develop and/or present course materials as requested by their supervisor and evaluate student progress in adherence with the core learning outcomes of assigned courses. Adjunct faculty are expected to adhere to College requirements, work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community, and use varying teaching styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse, multicultural workplace.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Facilitate student mastery of learning outcomes using the most relevant scholarly and professional tools and practices available in the discipline.
2. Actively engage students in critical thinking, meta-cognitive processes, and advancement of essential communication skills.
3. Infuse multicultural and diverse perspectives into the instructional process as appropriate and conduct classes in a manner that demonstrates respect for individual and cultural differences.
4. Model and cultivate open-minded inquiry, an appreciation for diverse perspectives, and creative problem-solving.
5. Maintain currency in academic discipline and pedagogy.
6. Complete all assigned institutional and professional training.
7. Deliver instruction, assess and report student learning, assign grades, and regularly communicate with students in adherence with FCC requirements.
8. Adhere to instructional timelines and guidelines and utilize college instructional technology.
9. Use only an FCC email account when conducting College business.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
1. A Master’s degree in Music or closely related discipline.
Desired Qualifications:
1. Experience teaching (community college level preferred) in Music or closely related field.
2. Significant professional experience.
All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e-mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. By completing this application, you are putting your name into consideration to be hired as a Frederick Community College adjunct faculty member. This posting will remain active through 5/31/2027.
For questions regarding this position or for more information, please contact Michael Gersten at mgersten@frederick.edu or Brian Stipelman at bstipelman@frederick.edu.
Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and strongly encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply. Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- To be considered for this position you must possess a Master's degree in Music or a closely related field. Please indicate below whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this role.
- Yes, I meet the minimum qualifications.
- No, I do not meet these minimum qualifications.
- What is the highest level of education you have attained?
- High School Diploma/GED
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- PhD
- Applicants must be willing to accept a class assignment within the next academic year. Please indicate your availability below - day/evening/weekends.
(Open Ended Question)
- Are you available for in-person/on-campus teaching assignments?
- Y
- N
Documents Needed To Apply
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
Please see Special Instructions for more details.
All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e-mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. By completing this application, you are putting your name into consideration to be hired as a Frederick Community College adjunct faculty member. This posting will remain active through 5/31/2027.
*For questions regarding this position or for more information, please contact Michael Gersten at mgersten@frederick.edu or Brian Stipelman at bstipelman@frederick.edu.*
Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and strongly encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply. Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply.
Posting Details
Adjunct faculty teach courses as assigned based on disciplinary needs, educational background, and experience. Adjunct faculty develop and/or present course materials as requested by their supervisor and evaluate student progress in adherence with the core learning outcomes of assigned courses. Adjunct faculty are expected to adhere to College requirements, work effectively with a wide range of constituencies in a diverse community, and use varying teaching styles and approaches that reflect an understanding and acceptance of the role of culture in a diverse, multicultural workplace.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
1. Facilitate student mastery of learning outcomes using the most relevant scholarly and professional tools and practices available in the discipline.
2. Actively engage students in critical thinking, meta-cognitive processes, and advancement of essential communication skills.
3. Infuse multicultural and diverse perspectives into the instructional process as appropriate and conduct classes in a manner that demonstrates respect for individual and cultural differences.
4. Model and cultivate open-minded inquiry, an appreciation for diverse perspectives, and creative problem-solving.
5. Maintain currency in academic discipline and pedagogy.
6. Complete all assigned institutional and professional training.
7. Deliver instruction, assess and report student learning, assign grades, and regularly communicate with students in adherence with FCC requirements.
8. Adhere to instructional timelines and guidelines and utilize college instructional technology.
9. Use only an FCC email account when conducting College business.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
1. A Master’s degree in Music or closely related discipline.
Desired Qualifications:
1. Experience teaching (community college level preferred) in Music or closely related field.
2. Significant professional experience.
All applications and required documents must be submitted online. Mail, e-mail, or fax submissions will not be accepted. By completing this application, you are putting your name into consideration to be hired as a Frederick Community College adjunct faculty member. This posting will remain active through 5/31/2027.
For questions regarding this position or for more information, please contact Michael Gersten at mgersten@frederick.edu or Brian Stipelman at bstipelman@frederick.edu.
Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and strongly encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply. Frederick Community College prohibits discrimination against any person on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, creed, ethnicity, gender identity and expression, genetic information, marital status, mental or physical disability, national origin, race, religious affiliation, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its activities, admissions, educational programs, and employment. Frederick Community College, an equal opportunity employer, values campus diversity in students and staff and encourages members from historically under-represented groups to apply.
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- To be considered for this position you must possess a Master's degree in Music or a closely related field. Please indicate below whether you meet the minimum qualifications for this role.
- Yes, I meet the minimum qualifications.
- No, I do not meet these minimum qualifications.
- What is the highest level of education you have attained?
- High School Diploma/GED
- Associate Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- PhD
- Applicants must be willing to accept a class assignment within the next academic year. Please indicate your availability below - day/evening/weekends.
(Open Ended Question)
- Are you available for in-person/on-campus teaching assignments?
- Y
- N
Documents Needed To Apply
- Resume/CV
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in adjunct professor of music jobs.
- Master's degree in music, music education, or a closely related field
- Demonstrated proficiency in a primary instrument or vocal performance area
- Prior college-level teaching experience in applied lessons or classroom instruction
- Ability to teach foundational music theory and ear training courses
- Experience directing ensembles such as choirs, orchestras, or jazz bands
- Familiarity with learning management systems used for course delivery
Tips for Your Adjunct Professor of Music Job Search
Tailor your CV to teaching load
Adjunct postings almost always specify credit hours, ensemble direction, or applied lesson load. Mirror that exact language in your CV's teaching experience section so hiring committees can instantly confirm you meet the contact-hour expectations they've posted.
Attach a teaching philosophy statement
Many music departments screen applications before reviewing credentials. A one-page teaching philosophy that names your pedagogical approach to your primary instrument or area, and ties it to student outcomes, often determines whether your full packet gets read.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists adjunct professor of music openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target departments by area of specialization
A theory-heavy department filling a harmony and counterpoint section has different needs than a school hiring for applied piano or jazz ensemble. Read the full posting to confirm your specialization is the gap they're filling, then frame every application document around that specific need.
Prepare a sample course syllabus
Some search committees ask for a sample syllabus in lieu of a teaching demonstration. Prepare one for your most-taught course in advance so you're not drafting it under deadline pressure after a callback, and so it reflects your actual pedagogical priorities.
Follow up after submitting materials
Department coordinators for adjunct searches often juggle multiple open sections at once. A brief, professional email confirming your application arrived and expressing specific interest in the department's program signals genuine engagement and helps your name stay on the committee's radar.
Adjunct Professor of Music Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most adjunct professor of musics?
University of North Texas, Hofstra University, and Tarrant County College are hiring the most adjunct professor of musics right now, with openings concentrated in Texas, Florida, and Virginia, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Community colleges and regional universities typically post the highest volume of adjunct music sections each semester.
How many adjunct professor of music jobs are remote?
About 19% of adjunct professor of music openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting the limits of in-person instruction for applied lessons and ensemble work. Online music theory, music appreciation, and music history sections represent the sub-areas most commonly listed as fully remote.
How do you become an adjunct professor of music?
Start by completing at least a master's degree in music, music education, or a closely related discipline, as most colleges set this as their minimum credential. Build a record of teaching applied lessons, classroom sections, or ensemble direction, then assemble a CV, teaching philosophy, and sample syllabi. Apply directly to department postings at community colleges and universities in your area or online.
Can you get hired as an adjunct professor of music with little or no college teaching experience?
Yes, some departments will hire candidates whose professional performance or private studio work substitutes for formal college teaching history. Highlighting a sustained private lesson practice, a record of student outcomes, or documented ensemble leadership can offset a thin teaching CV. Community colleges with high section demand are generally the most open to candidates making their first transition into higher education.
What does the adjunct professor of music interview process look like?
Most searches begin with an application review by a faculty search committee, followed by a phone or video screening focused on your teaching background and availability. Finalists are typically invited for a teaching demonstration, which may involve a mock applied lesson, a sample class lecture, or conducting a brief ensemble rehearsal. A brief conversation with the department chair or dean often closes the process.
Where can I find and apply to adjunct professor of music jobs?
You can find and apply to adjunct professor of music jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from colleges and universities across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization, schedule availability, and location, then apply directly to each one that fits.
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