Adjunct Instructor, Music

The Foundation for Palm Beach State College

. Instruct college students according to educational theories and techniques .

Posted 10/9/2026part-timeLake Worth • Florida • United StatesSeniorLeadWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in curriculum development and student assessment while effectively utilizing instructional technologies. Possesses strong communication skills and the ability to engage with diverse populations in an educational setting.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Master's Degree In MusicProfessional Performing SkillsAbility To Teach Instrument LessonsCanvas Learning Management SystemMicrosoft Office Professional

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Hard Skills

Curriculum DevelopmentStudent AssessmentProgram EvaluationAdministrative ProceduresClass Needs AnalysisCourse SchedulingTest Date CoordinationManual DexterityMusic InstructionEducational Theories

Soft Skills

Positive InteractionCommunication SkillsAdaptabilityCollaborationDiversity Awareness

Tools & Technologies

Canvas Learning Management SystemMicrosoft Office ProfessionalInstructional Technologies

Industry Keywords

Music Industry ExperienceAccredited InstitutionNACES ValidationCollege PoliciesProgram Curriculum

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Instruct college students according to educational theories and techniques
Develop discipline-related curricula
Assess student learning
Participate in program evaluation and college activities
Maintain college and department standards in support of the College's mission and strategic plan
Develop, maintain, interpret, and execute administrative procedures and practices
Develop and maintain manuals regarding College policies, procedures, rules, and standards
Analyze class and program needs
Determine and recommend course retention or deletion
Develop and coordinate program and course schedules, faculty assignments, and test dates
Maintain and adjust calendars tracking schedules
Assist students with program curriculum, program and course reviews, and articulation activities

Requirements

What you’ll need

Master's degree in Music or Master's Degree and 18 graduate semester hours in Music
OR professional experience of 10+ years in the music industry
Demonstrated professional performing skills
Ability to teach lessons on an instrument and musical style specified by the course
Knowledge of Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications
Ability to utilize Canvas Learning Management System and other instructional technologies
Ability to interact positively with diverse populations and varying education levels of students, faculty, staff, and the public
Ability to work a fluctuating schedule, including evenings and weekends
Official transcripts, college-stamped student copies, or non-web-based unofficial transcripts must be attached; web-based student-system transcripts are not accepted
U.S. degrees must be conferred by an institution accredited by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education or CHEA
Degrees earned outside the U.S. must be validated by a NACES member organization, with an evaluation report attached before the application closing date
Physical ability to reach, grasp, stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, crawl, use a video display terminal, and perform manual dexterity and fine motor tasks
Ability to communicate orally and in writing, receive and understand oral and written information, and proofread documents for accuracy

Benefits

Comp & perks

Open continuous applicant pool; adjunct positions filled on an as-needed basis
Background check/drug screen may be required; employment contingent upon passing a drug test and criminal background investigation
Work schedule varies according to teaching assignment
Opportunity to work with professionals from across the U.S. and abroad
Community of belonging, caring, and connection for students and employees