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The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) Department of Music invites applications for an adjunct/part-time artist-teacher of trumpet. The successful candidate will teach weekly private studio lessons beginning in the Fall 2025 semester, which starts on August 26, 2025. The per-semester contract may be renewable.

Minimum Qualifications: Earned M.M degree in trumpet performance or advanced degree in music with relevant professional and artistic experience. Proven record of high-level artistry and performance experience in solo and chamber music, as well as professional orchestra/ensemble settings. Private studio teaching experience with various levels and abilities, as well as substantial collegiate level instruction (including as a TA). The availability and commitment to teach regularly on campus during the semester. Outstanding organizational and interpersonal skills, including timely communication via email.

Desired Qualifications: Terminal degree (or ABD) in trumpet performance. Proven record of high-level artistry and performance experience in jazz setting (in addition to the minimum required solo, chamber, and orchestral settings). Substantial collegiate level instruction (including as a TA) in jazz performance and/or jazz pedagogy (in addition to the minimum required traditional/classical teaching experience). High visibility in New Jersey and the region, with the ability to attract talented students to the College. Demonstrable commitment to student recruitment and growth and stability of the trumpet studios in collaboration with the Director of the Bands , other trumpet faculty, and the brass area faculty. Familiarity with K-12 teaching and/or instrumental pedagogy. Ability to teach relevant courses to the candidate's area(s) of expertise, including (but not limited to) brass chamber music and music education courses.

Responsibilities: Give weekly in-person private lessons (for both music majors and non-music majors) on TCNJ's campus (Ewing, NJ) at mutually agreed dates between the instructor and the students, following the College's academic calendar, i.e., leading 13 weekly lessons per semester. (AY 2025-26 Calendar: https://academics.tcnj.edu/academic-calendars/academic-calendar-2025-26/). Provide course syllabus, course audit, and mid-term and final grades in a timely manner. Participate in brass area jury exams during the final exam week. Attend degree recitals of students in one's studio. Participate in entrance auditions of prospective brass students. Additional course(s) such as chamber ensemble coaching may be available depending on the departmental needs and candidate's expertise and interest.

Compensations: Salary will be per studio instructional hour. Separate honorarium may be available for additional departmental events such as "Music Major for a Day." There will be no moving or travel (mileage, toll, etc.) expenses reimbursement attached to this position.

Application:

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit in PDF format : 1) a letter of application, 2) an up-to-date curriculum vitae, 3) contact information for a minimum of 3 current references who are familiar with the candidate's work in academia/educational contexts , and 4) a syllabus and/or teaching evaluations from previously taught collegiate level private lessons. Only electronic submissions via TCNJ's website will be reviewed. Please do not send further materials (recordings, teaching demo samples, etc.) unless requested. An initial review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. A final offer of employment is contingent upon completion of background and reference checks. Please note that there will be no working visa support attached to this position; the successful applicant must present proof of eligibility to work in the United States.

Questions: Further questions about the position may be directed to Dr. Eric Laprade, Department of Music Search Committee Chairperson at lapradee@tcnj.edu . For questions regarding the Taleo online application system, please contact TCNJ Office of Human Resources at hr@tcnj.edu.

About TCNJ

TCNJ is a highly selective institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. Founded in 1855, TCNJ has become an exemplar of the best in public higher education and is consistently acknowledged as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. TCNJ currently is ranked as one of the 75 "Most Competitive" schools in the nation by Barron's Profiles of American Colleges and is rated the No. 1 public institution in the northern region of the country by U.S. News & World Report. TCNJ was named the #10 value in public higher education by the Princeton review in 2009 and, in 2006, was awarded a Phi Beta Kappa chapter - an honor shared by less than 10 percent of colleges and universities nationally. A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for programs offered through TCNJ's seven schools - Arts & Communication; Business; Education; Humanities and Social Sciences; Science; Nursing, Health, and Exercise Science; and Engineering. TCNJ faculty members are teacher-scholars who share a commitment to liberal learning. TCNJ is located within an hour, by train, of New York City and Philadelphia. The College's campus is set on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township and is known for its natural beauty and has 39 major buildings.

Contact Information

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit a letter of interest, resume (CV), as well as the names and contact information for three professional references. Applications will be considered until a viable finalist has been found. Final offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of background and reference checks.