Instructor, Jazz Piano (4684)
DeKalb, IL 
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Job Description
Position Details

Working Position Title
Instructor, Jazz Piano (4684)
Classification Title
Instructor
Position Number
00004684
Posting Date
03/11/2024
Closing Date

Priority Review Date
04/01/2024
Business Unit Description
Faculty
Full-Time/Part Time
Part-Time
FTE
0.25 to .40
Position Status
Temporary
FLSA
Exempt
Job Code
2070
Union Representation
Non-Union
Union Code
N/A
Unit/Department
Music
College/Unit
College of V & P A Dean
Division
Academic Division
Location
MB 140
Link to Department Website or Custom Search Page
https://www.niu.edu/music/
Position Summary, Requirements, and Qualifications

Overview
The School of Music at Northern Illinois University (NIU) invites applications for an instructor position in applied Jazz Piano. This will be a part-time temporary instructor position.

We are seeking potential candidates to provide high-quality teaching applied lessons in Jazz Piano who fully embrace NIU's mission of providing opportunity to a diverse student body by providing them with access to high quality education.

The School of Music is a vibrant facet of the NIU campus that prides itself on strong support of first-generation undergraduate students, providing readily available resources for faculty-directed study and research opportunities. The distinguished faculty are Fulbright Scholars, Grammy Award Winners, Chamber Music America and MacArthur Foundation Grants recipients, residents at Jazz at Lincoln Center and Carnegie Hall, guest conductors at Avery Fisher Hall, and commercial recording artists who perform regularly at significant international and national venues. The NIU Graduate Jazz Studies Program was recognized by U.S. News and World Report as one of the ten best in the nation. The NIU Jazz Orchestra completed in the 2023 Jack Rudin Competition at Jazz at Lincoln Center.

NIU is a student-centered, regional public research institution with a diverse, international student body contributing to the advancement of knowledge for the benefit of the people of the region, the state, the nation, and the world. With this vision, the mission of the university is to promote excellence and engagement in teaching, learning, research, scholarship, creativity, artistry, outreach, and service. NIU is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as an R2: Higher research activity and community engagement institution. The university is located approximately 65 miles from downtown Chicago and is a short drive from the vibrant western suburbs.

Position Summary
The Jazz Piano Instructor will be responsible for teaching applied lessons in Jazz Piano at both the undergraduate level and graduate levels, engage in recruiting students and participate in Jazz Area events. Applicants will be required to provide "in person" instruction.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
  • Teaching load will be no more than 5 credit hours during fall semester, no more than 5 credit hours during Spring semesters, and other duties as assigned.


Minimum Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor of Music plus 5 years of professional experience

Additional Requirements
N/A

Preferred Qualifications
N/A

Physical Demands Summary
N/A
Appointment and Compensation Details

Anticipated Appointment Start Date
08/16/2024
Anticipated Appointment End Date

Percent of Staff Year
0.75
Standard Hours Per Week
Hours will vary
Salary
Part-time: Negotiated salary range based on qualifications
Hourly or Semi-monthly Pay Rate/Range
See above
Earn Type
Salary
Application Procedure

Application Procedure
For full consideration, prospective applicants should visit https://employment.niu.edu/postings/76857 to apply online and upload the following materials by April 1, 2024:

  • Cover letter
  • Resume/CV
  • Links to recent live performance recordings and/or videos
  • List of three professional references
  • Unofficial transcripts (official upon hire)

Special Instructions
N/A

Quick Link to Applicant
https://employment.niu.edu/postings/76857
Is Background Check Required
Yes
EEO Statement Summary
In accordance with applicable statutes and regulations, NIU is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, religion, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, political affiliation, or any other factor unrelated to professional qualifications, and will comply with all applicable federal and state statutes, regulations and orders pertaining to nondiscrimination, equal opportunity and affirmative action.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:


Ethics and Compliance Officer, Title IX Coordinator
Health Services Building Room 230
TitleIXCoordinator@niu.edu
815-753-5560

Visa Policy

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.


ADA Accommodation
NIU remains committed to ensuring that its recruitment and application procedures include full opportunities for applicants with disabilities. Employment opportunities will not be denied to anyone because of the need to make accommodations for a person's disability during either the application or interview process. An applicant who believes they require an accommodation to participate in the employment process due to a disability may request that accommodation through the Accommodation Request Form. For further assistance, please contact the office of Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity (AAEO) at ada@niu.edu.

Safety Information
NIU provides annual reports on campus security and fire safety.
Read the Annual Security and Fire Safety Report.
Contact the Ethics and Compliance Office at 815-753-9364 for a hard copy.
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
  1. Resume/Curriculum Vitae
  2. Cover Letter
  3. Transcripts (unofficial with official required at hire)
  4. Portfolio/URL
  5. List of at least 3 Professional References
Optional Documents
Supplemental Questions

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Job Summary
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
5+ years
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