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Stockton University is ranked among the top public universities in the Northeast with more than 160 undergraduate and graduate programs, as well as continuing education opportunities. The University, one hour from Philadelphia and two hours from New York City, offers unique living and learning environments throughout southern New Jersey, including the 1,600-acre Galloway campus in the Pinelands National Reserve and Stockton University Atlantic City, located in the University District, just steps from the beach and the iconic Atlantic City Boardwalk. Additional locations include Hammonton, Manahawkin and Woodbine. As a public university, Stockton provides an environment for excellence to a diverse student body, including those from underrepresented populations, through an interdisciplinary approach to liberal arts, sciences, and professional education. Founded in 1969, Stockton held its first classes in 1971. The University’s commitment to cultural diversity and its welcoming and vibrant community makes Stockton a great place to learn and work! Learn more about the many reasons to choose Stockton at www.Stockton.edu.

Faculty and Staff are committed to support Stockton University’s commitment to diversity and strong student-centered vision and mission.

This is an in-person on campus, non-remote position. The University has implemented a pilot program allowing employees to work either a compressed 4-day work week with extended workdays or may work from home one day a week. Participation is subject to Divisional Executive approval depending on operational need.

Adjunct Faculty - School of Arts & Humanities, Music

  • Galloway, New Jersey
  • School of Arts & Humanities
  • Adjunct Faculty
  • Opening on: Nov 30 2023

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Department: School of Arts and Humanities

Salary Information: SFT Adjunct Rate

Work Hours: varies

Brief Job Overview/Summary

The School of Arts & Humanities is expanding its pool of qualified adjunct (part-time) instructors. Opportunities may exist to teach a flexible schedule that may include teaching assignments during days and evenings. Services are contracted on a semester/term basis.

Descriptions of Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

Please visit the Music program website (stockton.edu/arts-humanities/music) for additional information about our program and course offerings.

  • Seeking applicants to teach undergraduate level courses in the following areas in all levels:
    A variety of instrumental or vocal ensembles including, but not limited to, groups of varying sizes and experience performing repertoire reflecting such genres as western art music (classical), jazz, pop, multicultural, non-western, etc.
  • Selected technique classes and/or individual lessons as needed in voice, piano, guitar, the various members of the string, woodwind, brass, or percussion families
  • Lecture courses including but not limited to those in music theory, music history, sight reading, fundamentals of music, music appreciation, music as property, digit and/or music production courses, Other selected multicultural music genres, contemporary music, etc.
  • Courses which may be developed as part of the music program’s ongoing assessment of curricular and course needs.

Adjunct instructors are expected to:

  • Teach Undergraduate courses as scheduled
  • Access student work and provide timely feedback
  • Use Blackboard (the Learning Management System) to support the course
  • Support Stockton University’s diversity commitment and strong student-centered vision and mission

Required Qualifications

  • Master’s degree in subject or related area and/or relevant teaching and professional experience in subject area

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. or A.B.D. preferred

Screening Information:
The job will be posted continuously to expand Stockton University’s pool of qualified Adjunct (part-time) instructors. Screening of applications are completed when open positions become available.

How to Apply:
To apply please visit https://employment.stockton.edu or click the "Apply" button.

Only electronic documents will be accepted. Please complete the online application and include three professional references in addition to the following required documents. All required documents (Microsoft Word of PDF) must be submitted in order for your application to move forward. 

  • A letter of interest describing qualifications and accomplishments
  • Current resume or curriculum vitae
  • Unofficial Graduate transcripts

Please note:

  • Stockton University is an equal opportunity institution encouraging a diverse pool of applicants.  Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Stockton University prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (including, but not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities. Please visit http://www.stockton.edu/affirmative_action for information on Stockton's Equal Opportunity and Institutional Compliance processes. The University provides reasonable accommodations as appropriate. An applicant may request a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process by contacting Bart Musitano, Manager for University Pensions and Benefits within the Office of Human Resources (Main Campus, J-115) at 609-652-4384, Monday-Friday between 8:00am - 5:00pm.
  • All offers of employment are contingent upon a favorable background check, which may include social intelligence from a consumer reporting agency.
  • In accordance with the New Jersey First Act P.L. 2011 c.70, effective September 1, 2011, new public employees (faculty exempt) are required to obtain New Jersey residency within one (1) year of employment. Applicants must meet the requirements listed.
  • Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crimes Statistics Act (Clery Act), prospective employees may access Stockton’s Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR) at https://www.stockton.edu/police/crime-statistics.html. The ASFSR contains the previous three years of reported Clery Act crime statistics, fire safety information and information regarding campus and personal safety. Paper copies of the report are available at the Stockton University Police Department, building 71, 101 Vera King Farris Drive, Galloway Township, NJ, or call 609-652-4390, to request that a copy be sent via postal mail.

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