Job Information
Drake University Teaching Artist – Jazz and Music Education - 200055 in Des Moines, Iowa
Title: Teaching Artist – Jazz and Music Education - 200055
Position Number: 200055
Unit/Department: Music
FTE: Part-time
Salary: $1200 per credit hour
Department Summary:
The Department of Music is a unit of the Drake University School of Fine Arts and a visible musical resource for the community and region.
Housed within Drake's College of Arts & Sciences, the Department's mission is to provide a center for the study and understanding of music that develops students’ intellectual, practical, and expressive abilities by emphasizing professional preparation, collaborative learning, critical thinking, and musical communication.
Learn more about Drake University's Department of Music at: https://www.drake.edu/music/ .
Job Summary:
Drake University invites candidates interested and experienced in teaching jazz ensemble (Drake Jazz Ensemble II) to undergraduate music majors, minors, and non-major participants; other duties (MUS 146 – Techniques in Jazz Performance – Spring 2025) possible depending on the candidate’s expertise.
This is a part-time adjunct position, with 3-5 hours of weekly teaching. Drake Jazz Ensemble II meets Tuesdays and Thursdays from 2:00 PM – 3:20 PM in the fall semester, and M/W/F 12:00-12:50 PM in the spring semester.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree preferred or commensurate experience.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
Please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, CV/Resume, and the contact details for three references.
Have Questions?
Questions about the application process, working at Drake, spouse/partner support, reasonable accommodations, benefits, or additional information about Drake or Des Moines, Iowa may be directed to Drake Human Resources at jobs@drake.edu .
Review of Applications Begins:
For full consideration, apply by April 15. The position will remain posted until filled.