Job description

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 Viola within the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. This faculty position will teach applied viola lessons and may also be asked to teach other courses or coach ensembles (e.g., string quartet). 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.

Benefits

This position is not benefits eligible.

Essential Functions

Basic Instructional Duties:

1. Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.
2. Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.
3. Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
4. 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).
5. Adhere to UIW 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.
6. Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
7. Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
8. Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Must be able to teach weekly applied viola 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 Viola Performance or Pedagogy.

Required Work Experience

• At least two (2) years of experience teaching viola.
• Evidence of significant performing experience on viola.

Preferred Qualifications

• College/university-level teaching experience.
• String chamber ensemble coaching 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 Number: UN954PO

Number of Vacancies: 1

Job Type: Part Time

Job Category: Faculty

Desired Start Date: 08/01/2025

Multi-Hire Pool
No

Reports to: Dean, College of Humanities, Arts and Social Sciences

Salary: $900/student for Master’s, $1300/student for Doctorate

Open Date: 07/01/2025

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

Part-time faculty are not eligible for employment sponsorship at UIW.

How to apply

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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.

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).