Adjunct Faculty, Jazz Piano | Hofstra University - Military Veterans

About Hofstra: At Hofstra University, intellectual curiosity is not just aspirational it is central to how we engage on a daily basis. Hofstra faculty work within a diverse scholarly community committed to student success, intellectual discovery, free inquiry, inclusivity, and collaboration. Enrolling more than 10,000 students, Hofstra offers students an array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs spanning the arts, humanities, sciences, business, engineering, law, health care, communications, and more. Our accomplished faculty collaborate with students to explore interdisciplinary questions and produce innovative research that lays the foundation for future personal and professional success. With a beautiful campus in Hempstead, NY, Hofstra's location seamlessly merges the tranquility of coastal suburban living with the boundless opportunities of nearby New York City. Hofstra University seeks candidates who will contribute to a supportive climate for students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We especially encourage women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, veterans, and people with disabilities to apply. Position Title: Adjunct Faculty, Jazz Piano School/Division: Hofstra College of Liberal Arts and Sciences-Humanties Full Time/Part Time: Part-Time Description: The Department of Music at Hofstra University is pleased to invite applications for one Adjunct Assistant/Associate/Full Professor of Jazz Piano for Fall 2024 and Spring 2025. Hofstra University is located on Long Island near New York City (25 miles east of Manhattan), with its wealth of business, entertainment, and cultural opportunities. Our faculty and students have diverse backgrounds, and we welcome diverse applicants. For more information about our graduate programs, our faculty, and our students, applicants are encouraged to visit our PhD and MA programs' websites at https://www.hofstra.edu/music/. The successful candidate's primary responsibility will be teaching jazz piano lessons. Semester of lessons is comprised of 10 one-hour lessons within the 14-week semester. The successful candidate will also adjudicate juries and recitals and participate in auditions and recruitment activities for prospective students. Additional opportunities may include coaching jazz combo performances, faculty recitals, workshops, and community outreach. The successful candidate will be expected to teach 68 semester hours. Qualifications: Applicants are expected to have: Master's Degree in Music in Jazz Piano or equivalent experience. Significant experience teaching musicians of varied ages and abilities. Significant performance experience. Successful candidates will have demonstrated a commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in an educational environment. Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated success in teaching undergraduate classes. Previous teaching experience is desirable, but not required. A successful candidate will have demonstrated a commitment to promoting equity, diversity, and inclusion in an educational environment. EEO Statement: Hofstra University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering diversity in its faculty, administrative staff and student body, and encourages applications from the entire spectrum of a diverse community.