2025-26 AY Lecturer Pool - School of Music Job at The California State Universit

2025-26 AY Lecturer Pool - School of Music Apply now Job no : 546488

Work type : Instructional Faculty - Temporary / Lecturer

Location : Sacramento

Categories : Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Faculty - Fine / Performing Arts, Temporary, Part Time

POSITION DETAILS :

The School of Music at Sacramento State offers the rigorous study more commonly associated with prestigious conservatories, alongside an outstanding liberal arts education. We offer the Bachelor of Arts degree in Music; Bachelor of Music degrees in seven concentrations (Instrumental, Keyboard, Voice, Theory / Composition, Music Education, Jazz Studies, and Jazz Education); the Master of Music degree in conducting, composition, or performance concentrations; the Minor in Music; and the Performer’s Certificate. With all of its degree programs fully accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music, the Sacramento State School of Music has developed a regional and national reputation for the high quality of its faculty and the superior achievements of its students and performing ensembles.

Specific areas of sub-disciplines of need : American Music; World Music; Applied Music (all instruments and voice); Class Piano; Ensembles; General Education courses in literature and fundamentals; Jazz Studies; Music History and Literature; Music Theory; Music Education; Music Technology.

Duties of a part-time lecturer include instruction, class preparation, grading, Canvas course management, and office hours. Other duties may be assigned based on departmental needs. Course assignments, including dates, time, and modality, are made by the Department Chair under the direction of the College Dean.

Part-time lecturers are instructional faculty with conditional appointments based on enrollment and budget. Hires from the pool of applicants are made when there are instructional needs to fill coursework offered by an academic department based on changing enrollment patterns, changes to tenure-track faculty assignments, and other factors that cannot be addressed with our existing faculty. Initial appointments are typically for one semester, but occasionally academic year initial appointments are made. Appointments may be renewed based on department needs, funding, and performance. Often appointments are made just prior to the start of the semester.

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Master’s Degree in the discipline or Bachelor’s Degree with more than five years of relevant professional experience.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

APPLICANT INSTRUCTIONS :

Existing lecturers have the option of submitting the following documents :

A complete updated curriculum vita / resume that includes :

a) Qualifications, degrees, and specialization

b) Courses taught at Sac State (course, semester, and year)

c) Teaching experience at other higher-educational institutions, if applicable (course, semester, and year)

d) Other relevant professional experience

A document that lists the courses you believe you are qualified to teach. Please review the course catalog (https : / / catalog.csus.edu / courses-a-z / ) for a description of courses in the department. Upload in Page 2 - Additional Question.

NEW applicants are required to submit :

Unofficial transcripts of highest degree or degree required for position

List of three references with contact information

Please review the course catalog (https : / / catalog.csus.edu / courses-a-z / ) for a description of courses in the department. Please upload a document which lists the courses you believe you are qualified to teach. Upload in Page 2 - Additional Question.

Sacramento State is located in the heart of California’s capital city, five miles from State Capitol. The lush, 300-acre campus is situated along the American River, close to numerous bike trails and other recreational areas. Sacramento, also known as the “Farm-to-Fork Capital,” is one of the most ethnically diverse and livable cities in the country, with a population of half of a million. Sacramento State’s 31,000 students come not only from the Greater Sacramento Region, but also from across the state, country, and world. Our 1,800 faculty and 1,500 staff are committed to meeting our mission : “As California’s capital university, we transform lives by preparing students for leadership, service, and success. Sacramento State will be a recognized leader in education, innovation, and engagement.”

As evidenced by the values embedded in our Hornet Honor Code , Sacramento State is committed to creating an inclusive environment where all faculty, staff, students, and guests are welcome and valued. Our commitment is more than simply ensuring that our campus is free from bias and discrimination, but is one devoted to celebrating many diverse identities, life experiences, and perspectives that enrich our community, teaching and learning.

Equal Employment Opportunity

California State University, Sacramento is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and has a strong institutional commitment to the principle of diversity in all areas. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity / expression, sexual orientation, pregnancy, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability. Sacramento State hires only those individuals who are lawfully authorized to accept employment in the United States.

Eligibility Verification

Candidate will be required to provide official transcripts of their highest degree earned and must furnish proof of eligibility to work in the U.S.. California State University, Sacramento is not a sponsoring agent for non-tenure track (temporary / lecturer) faculty for the H1-B Visa.

Out of State Employment

Per CSU-wide policy (HR2021-04), all faculty who will begin initial employment (or return from a 12-month break in service) on or after January 1, 2022 are required to perform their work from within the State of California. Faculty hired prior to January 1, 2022 must be available to perform work in the State of California if their assignment is in-person.

Advertised : Mar 10 2025 Pacific Daylight Time

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