Position Details
Professional Musician-Saxophone Instructor (Part-Time)
Indiana State University - School of Music
Start Date: 8/1/2026
Salary: Hourly wage
Qualifications
- Master's degree in Saxophone Performance or a related music field required; Doctorate (or ABD) preferred
- Demonstrated success in teaching saxophone at the collegiate level
- Strong performance credentials
- Commitment to fostering success in a student population with many first generation college students
Responsibilities
The successful candidate will play an active and visible role in the artistic and educational life of the Indiana State University School of Music. Responsibilities include:
- Teaching applied saxophone lessons to a diverse population of undergraduate music majors, minors, and non-majors
- Coaching student woodwind chamber ensembles and fostering collaborative musicianship
- Teaching additional courses based on the candidate's strengths and departmental needs
- Contributing to recruitment efforts through audition adjudication, school outreach, and participation in key events such as Contemporary Music Festival, Music Career Day, All-Star Honor Band, and ISU Jazz Festival
- Performing regularly with the Indiana State University School of Music faculty, including on-campus recitals and regional recruitment performances
Application
Application review will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit the following materials:
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Philosophy
- Links to recent performance videos
- Contact Information for at least three professional references

