Department Summary:

The Department of Music is a unit of the Drake University School of Fine Arts and a visible musical resource for the community and the region.

Housed within Drake's College of Arts & Sciences, the Department's mission is to provide a center for the study and understanding of music that develops students’ intellectual, practical, and expressive abilities by emphasizing professional preparation, collaborative learning, critical thinking, and musical communication.

Learn more about Drake University's Department of Music at https://www.drake.edu/music/

Job Summary:

Drake University invites candidates interested and experienced in teaching studio jazz bass lessons to undergraduate music majors, minors and non-major participants; other duties possible depending on the candidate’s expertise. The expectation is that lessons will be taught in-person.

This is a part-time adjunct position, with only 1-2 hours of weekly teaching, with an opportunity to grow the studio over time.  The anticipated start date is January 21, 2025.

Minimum Qualifications:

Master’s degree preferred or commensurate experience

Have Questions?

Questions about this position can be directed to the chair of the Department of Music, James Romain.