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Adjunct Instructor - Percussion

Kentucky State University -
Frankfort, KY

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Job Details

Temporary | Part-time

Qualifications

Culturally responsive teaching (DEI initiatives)
Master's degree
Working with students from diverse cultural backgrounds
Experience working with undergraduate students
E-learning platforms
Drums playing
Computer skills
Enterprise Learning Management
Multicultural competence in teaching
Specialization in creative arts instruction
Teaching instrumental performance

Full Job Description

TITLE: Adjunct Instructor of Applied Instrument – Percussion

DEPARTMENT: School of Humanities

REPORTS TO: Chair of School of Humanities

CLASSIFICATION: Faculty – Part-Time

EFFECTIVE DATE: TBD

LOCATION: On-Site-Main Campus

EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Part-Time

EMPLOYMENT CLASSIFICATION: Exempt

JOB SUMMARY:

Kentucky State University invites applications for the position of Adjunct Instructor of Applied Instrument – Percussion. The instructor will provide individualized applied instruction to students in percussion, including concert percussion, drum set, and auxiliary instruments. The role supports student success through applied study, ensemble preparation, and performance development consistent with the mission and standards of the Department of Music and the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM).

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Provide weekly one-on-one applied percussion lessons, emphasizing technique, rhythmic accuracy, musicianship, and stylistic versatility.
Prepare students for juries, recitals, ensemble auditions, and departmental performance requirements.
Create and maintain syllabi, instructional materials, and assessment rubrics that align with NASM and departmental standards.
Maintain attendance, grades, and other required documentation in accordance with University policy.
Participate in performance juries and evaluation of student learning outcomes.
Promote a positive, inclusive, student-centered learning environment.
Communicate and collaborate with the Coordinator and Chair to ensure alignment of instructional expectations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:

Demonstrated excellence in percussion performance and pedagogy across multiple performance areas (e.g., mallets, timpani, drum set, auxiliary percussion).
Strong commitment to undergraduate music education and student artistic development.
Ability to engage and motivate diverse students using inclusive instructional practices.
Competence with learning management systems (e.g., Blackboard) and instructional technology.
Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:

This position does not have supervisory responsibility.

OTHER DUTIES:

Performs other related duties as assigned in support of the academic program and institutional mission.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To qualify as an adjunct instructor at Kentucky State University, the individual must meet:

A Master’s degree in the teaching discipline, or
A Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the teaching field.
Record of successful applied teaching at the college or secondary level preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work is performed primarily on campus in instructional studios and performance spaces.
Requires availability for weekly lessons, student juries, and departmental events as assigned.
This is a temporary, part-time exempt position; no benefits are associated with adjunct appointments.

University Mission Statement

Provide transformative educational experiences to prepare graduates for making meaningful contributions to society. Kentucky State University is a public, research-comprehensive, historically Black, 1890 land-grant institution.

Vision Statement

Foster Innovation and Inspire Leaders to Advance the Commonwealth and the World.

Core Values

Compassion, Communication, Commitment, and Collaboration
Ethical and Moral Responsibility
Intentional Actions
Excellence and Innovation
Impactful Community Engagement
Holistic Professional Development

School of Music Mission Statement

Maintaining membership and accreditation with the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM) since 1971, the KSU Department of Music has a distinguished legacy of award-winning ensembles and graduates who excel as educators, performers, and leaders in the arts.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the United States. At this time, Kentucky State University is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa

Internal candidates are encouraged to apply.

KENTUCKY STATE UNIVERSITY is an Equal Opportunity Employer

The functions, qualifications, knowledge/skills, and physical requirements listed in this job description represent the essential duties of the job, which the incumbent must be able to perform either with or without reasonable accommodation. The Job Functions listed do not necessarily include all activities that the individual may perform.

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