Part-Time Faculty: MTC 146.2.3 Theory and Musicianship II (Spring 2027)

The Setnor School of Music within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks a Part-Time Instructor to teach MTC 146 M002/M003 Theory & Musicianship II during the Spring semester, 2027. There are 2 sections available.

Instruction of diatonic harmony and voice leading continued from MTC145 - Theory & Musicianship I: seventh chords, non-harmonic tones, common chord modulation, melody harmonization, and analysis of music literature. Primarily for music majors.

About the College of Visual and Performing Arts

The College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University is committed to the education of cultural leaders who will engage and inspire audiences through performance, visual art, design, scholarship, and commentary. We provide the tools for self-discovery and risk-taking in an environment that thrives on critical thought and action. To learn more about the college, our distinguished faculty, and our program, please visit our websites at www.syr.edu, www.vpa.syr.edu.

Qualifications

Relevant academic credentials and experience including:

• A minimum of a Master of Music (preferred), or demonstrable equivalent professional experience.
• Demonstrated successful college-level music theory teaching experience is strongly preferred.

Job Specific Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of music theory and how it applies to practical music making (performance and analysis, composition, arranging).
• Dynamic presence and teaching style.
• Ability to provide engaging lectures, work with Blackboard, and supervise student assignments, in-class activities, projects, and exams.
• Preference will be given to applicants who are able to fulfill multiple positions within the Setnor School of Music.

Responsibilities

• Being present and instructing weekly class meetings.
• Teach the second semester of a two-semester course sequence of freshman music theory.
• Develop and/or update a class syllabus.
• Prepare lectures, projects, or other student assignments.
• Maintain regularly scheduled office hours.
• Present instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
• Meet all designated class periods.
• Submit completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
• Grade student assignments and exams in a timely manner.
• Provide departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
• Build a positive rapport with students and other faculty.

Physical Requirements

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Tools/Equipment

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Application Instructions

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume/curriculum vitae and cover letter.