University Of The, Inc.arnate Word
Lecturer of Piano/Keyboard Skills (2025-2026 Academic Year)
University Of The, Inc.arnate Word, Mission, Kansas, United States
Lecturer of Piano/Keyboard Skills (2025-2026 Academic Year)
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Position Information
Position Title
Position Title Lecturer of Piano/Keyboard Skills (2025-2026 Academic Year)
UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary The Department of Music invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Piano/Keyboard Skills within the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. This faculty position will teach class piano, keyboard skills classes, and possibly private lessons and may also be asked to teach other courses or coach ensembles, depending on experience and departmental needs. Responsibilities also include recruitment and may include attendance at departmental studio hour and instrumental seminar, as needed, on Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m.
In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the university include teaching and professional activities as assigned.
This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty in designated area as needed during the academic year.
This position is not benefits eligible.
Essential Functions Basic Instructional Duties
Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and processes including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Must be able to teach piano/keyboard skills at all levels, from beginner to advanced;
Ability to deliver instruction both in person and/or online as needed;
Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching;
Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed;
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .
Required Education Required Work Experience
Two (2) years of experience teaching applied lessons in piano and/or group piano classes.
Evidence of significant performing experience on piano.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral Degree in Piano Performance or related field.
Teaching experience at the college or university level.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations None specified.
Work Hours
Based on course assignment.
Occasional attendance, as needed, at departmental recital hour and instrumental seminar on Thursdays, 1:30-2:45 p.m., as well as instrumental juries, hearings, and recitals, as needed.
Physical Demands Typical of faculty in this discipline and instrument.
Posting Number Posting Number UN919PO
Number of Vacancies Number of Vacancies 8
Job Type Job Type Part Time
Job Category Job Category Faculty
Desired Start Date Multi-Hire Pool Yes
Position End Date (if temporary) Reports to Reports to Dean, College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences
Open Date Open Date 03/13/2025
Close Date Close Date 03/31/2026
Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant N/A.
EOE UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Title IX This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Teaching Philosophy
Unofficial Transcripts 1
Professional Reference Contacts
Optional Documents
Unofficial Transcripts 2
Unofficial Transcripts 3
Other Document
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
UIW Website
HigherEdJobs.com
Indeed
LinkedIn
WorkplaceDiversity.com
HispanicDiversity.com
BlackJobCenter.com
WomensJobCenter.com
VeteransConnect.com
Personal Referral
Employee Referral
Other
If you selected other, please tell us where? (Open Ended Question)
* Do you have at least a Master's Degree in Piano or Piano Pedagogy?
Yes
No
* How many years of experience do you have teaching applied lessons in piano and/or group piano classes?
Less than 2 years
2 years
3 years
4 years
5 or more years
* How many academic years of teaching in this instrument do you have at the college or university level?
None
1 semester
1 academic year
2 academic years
3 academic years
4 or more academic years
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Position Title Lecturer of Piano/Keyboard Skills (2025-2026 Academic Year)
UIW Mission University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary The Department of Music invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Piano/Keyboard Skills within the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. This faculty position will teach class piano, keyboard skills classes, and possibly private lessons and may also be asked to teach other courses or coach ensembles, depending on experience and departmental needs. Responsibilities also include recruitment and may include attendance at departmental studio hour and instrumental seminar, as needed, on Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:45 p.m.
In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the university include teaching and professional activities as assigned.
This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty in designated area as needed during the academic year.
This position is not benefits eligible.
Essential Functions Basic Instructional Duties
Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and processes including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Must be able to teach piano/keyboard skills at all levels, from beginner to advanced;
Ability to deliver instruction both in person and/or online as needed;
Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology into teaching;
Willingness and flexibility to teach day, evening and weekend sections as needed;
Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures;
Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA .
Required Education Required Work Experience
Two (2) years of experience teaching applied lessons in piano and/or group piano classes.
Evidence of significant performing experience on piano.
Preferred Qualifications
Doctoral Degree in Piano Performance or related field.
Teaching experience at the college or university level.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations None specified.
Work Hours
Based on course assignment.
Occasional attendance, as needed, at departmental recital hour and instrumental seminar on Thursdays, 1:30-2:45 p.m., as well as instrumental juries, hearings, and recitals, as needed.
Physical Demands Typical of faculty in this discipline and instrument.
Posting Number Posting Number UN919PO
Number of Vacancies Number of Vacancies 8
Job Type Job Type Part Time
Job Category Job Category Faculty
Desired Start Date Multi-Hire Pool Yes
Position End Date (if temporary) Reports to Reports to Dean, College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences
Open Date Open Date 03/13/2025
Close Date Close Date 03/31/2026
Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicant N/A.
EOE UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).
Title IX This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter/Letter of Application
Teaching Philosophy
Unofficial Transcripts 1
Professional Reference Contacts
Optional Documents
Unofficial Transcripts 2
Unofficial Transcripts 3
Other Document
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
UIW Website
HigherEdJobs.com
Indeed
WorkplaceDiversity.com
HispanicDiversity.com
BlackJobCenter.com
WomensJobCenter.com
VeteransConnect.com
Personal Referral
Employee Referral
Other
If you selected other, please tell us where? (Open Ended Question)
* Do you have at least a Master's Degree in Piano or Piano Pedagogy?
Yes
No
* How many years of experience do you have teaching applied lessons in piano and/or group piano classes?
Less than 2 years
2 years
3 years
4 years
5 or more years
* How many academic years of teaching in this instrument do you have at the college or university level?
None
1 semester
1 academic year
2 academic years
3 academic years
4 or more academic years
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