Position Information
Position Title
Lecturer in Electric Guitar/Bass (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 Electric Guitar/Bass within the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. This faculty position will teach applied electric guitar and bass lessons and may also be asked to teach other courses or coach ensembles (e.g., guitar ensemble). 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.
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.
Benefits
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 UW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, 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 weekly applied lessons;
- 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
Master’s Degree in Music with an emphasis in Guitar Performance, or Electric Guitar/Bass.
Required Work Experience
- At least two (2) years of experience teaching electric guitar or bass.
- Evidence of significant performing experience on electric guitar or bass.
Preferred Qualifications
College/university-level teaching experience.
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 Details
Posting Details
Posting Number
UN944PO
Number of Vacancies
1
Job Type
Part Time
Job Category
Faculty
Desired Start Date
08/01/2025
Multi-Hire Pool
No
Position End Date (if temporary)
Reports to
Dean, College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences
Salary
$900 per student for Master's degree / $1300 per student for doctoral degree
Open Date
06/05/2025
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
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.
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