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Adjunct Elective Instructor , Music Preparatory School

Carnegie Mellon University

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Location
Pittsburgh, PA
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Job overview

Carnegie Mellon University’s School of Music Music Preparatory School seeks an Adjunct Elective Instructor to teach elective classes, which may include Dalcroze Eurhythmics, Creative Expressions, Music Technology, and the Science of Sound. The position begins in the Spring 2027 semester and works in person on campus in Pittsburgh. Teaching hours vary by semester; the school meets on Saturdays during Fall, Spring, and Summer semesters.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Teaching Children, requiredDalcroze Eurhythmics, required

Qualifications

Music Degree, requiredTeaching Experience With Children Ages 5-17, required

Full job description

Description

The Carnegie Mellon University School of Music's Music Preparatory School is seeking an Adjunct Elective Instructor to begin in the Spring 2027 semester. This position will teach elective classes that may include Dalcroze Eurhythmics, Creative Expressions, Music Technology, and the Science of Sound.

This position works in person on the Carnegie Mellon University campus in Pittsburgh, PA. Total teaching hours will vary by semester.

The Preparatory School serves children ages 5-18 and meets on Saturdays in three separate semesters: Fall, Spring, and Summer.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a degree in music and experience teaching children ages 5-17. Experience in Dalcroze Eurhythmics required.

Application Instructions

Please submit cover letter and curriculum vitae.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Carnegie Mellon University is an equal opportunity employer. It does not discriminate in admission, employment, or administration of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy or related condition, family status, marital status, parental status, religion, ancestry, veteran status, or genetic information. Furthermore, Carnegie Mellon University does not discriminate and is required not to discriminate in violation of federal, state, or local laws or executive orders.

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