Job Description
Support the goals and mission of the college; provide quality instruction to students; and communicate with your department chair or administrator and contribute to the growth of a vibrant applied music studio through teaching, outreach, and participation in ensembles, concerts and events. Teaching duties will consist of a selection from a variety of discipline courses at the community college level, including a strong focus on Music Theory/Aural Skills curriculum; teaching applied lessons on a primary instrument, curriculum planning and assessment.
Education/Experience
• Master’s degree in Music required (Music Performance, Music Theory or closely related Music field with 18 graduate hours in Music).
• Post-secondary/college level teaching experience (minimum of two or more years)
• Demonstrated professional experience in music field (performer, composer, or related)
• Familiarity with music technology (music notation software and digital audio workstations)
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will maintain the highest standards for classroom instruction. Applies innovative teaching methods and demonstrates ability to work with students at all skill levels. This role is intended to be primarily in music theory and aural skills. Teaching duties will consist of preparing, instructing, and evaluating courses; seeking continuous improvement in teaching methodology and student-centered learning.
Preferred qualifications sought in addition to above requirements include:
• Experience teaching in a community college or undergraduate liberal arts setting.
• Experience with outreach, curriculum development and program assessment.
• Ability to teach applied lessons in woodwinds or brass (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of music technology, including music notation software and digital audio workstations such as (DAWs): Ableton, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, or similar
Position Status
Full Time
Hours
To be determined
Faculty teach a minimum of 15 credit hours during the fall and spring semesters. Teaching and other duties may include evenings and weekends.
Salary/Wage
$58,623-$71,670 (Base Load is 15 ECH)
Hourly/Salary
Salaried
Benefits
Full-Time Faculty
Moraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. These include:
• Health, Dental, Vision
• Life insurance, Optional life
• Disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• MVCC Tuition waivers
• SURS Retirement plan
• Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Personal days
• Bereavement days
• Tax-sheltered annuity plans
Visit these links to learn more about specific benefits for this position:
Benefit Highlights
Benefit Guide-Details
Review of Applications Begins
01/19/2026
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
FA00708P
Open Date
12/22/2025
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide all documentation and submit application through jobs.morainevalley.edu prior to the review date for best consideration. Please do not use a third party site. This is a full-time tenure track faculty position. Base salary is commensurate with education and experience. Please apply online and attach all required documents including unofficial transcripts— Please ensure the transcript is not security coded or a large file as this may result in an error.
For questions:
hr@morainevalley.edu | 708-XXXXXX
Please note college winter break dates at morainevalley.edu
Education/Experience
• Master’s degree in Music required (Music Performance, Music Theory or closely related Music field with 18 graduate hours in Music).
• Post-secondary/college level teaching experience (minimum of two or more years)
• Demonstrated professional experience in music field (performer, composer, or related)
• Familiarity with music technology (music notation software and digital audio workstations)
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will maintain the highest standards for classroom instruction. Applies innovative teaching methods and demonstrates ability to work with students at all skill levels. This role is intended to be primarily in music theory and aural skills. Teaching duties will consist of preparing, instructing, and evaluating courses; seeking continuous improvement in teaching methodology and student-centered learning.
Preferred qualifications sought in addition to above requirements include:
• Experience teaching in a community college or undergraduate liberal arts setting.
• Experience with outreach, curriculum development and program assessment.
• Ability to teach applied lessons in woodwinds or brass (preferred).
• Strong knowledge of music technology, including music notation software and digital audio workstations such as (DAWs): Ableton, Logic Pro, Pro Tools, or similar
Position Status
Full Time
Hours
To be determined
Faculty teach a minimum of 15 credit hours during the fall and spring semesters. Teaching and other duties may include evenings and weekends.
Salary/Wage
$58,623-$71,670 (Base Load is 15 ECH)
Hourly/Salary
Salaried
Benefits
Full-Time Faculty
Moraine Valley offers a generous benefits plan which includes paid time off, tuition discounts for employees and dependents, medical, dental, vision, and retirement benefits in a collaborative and friendly environment. These include:
• Health, Dental, Vision
• Life insurance, Optional life
• Disability insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• MVCC Tuition waivers
• SURS Retirement plan
• Holidays
• Sick Leave
• Personal days
• Bereavement days
• Tax-sheltered annuity plans
Visit these links to learn more about specific benefits for this position:
Benefit Highlights
Benefit Guide-Details
Review of Applications Begins
01/19/2026
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
FA00708P
Open Date
12/22/2025
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Please provide all documentation and submit application through jobs.morainevalley.edu prior to the review date for best consideration. Please do not use a third party site. This is a full-time tenure track faculty position. Base salary is commensurate with education and experience. Please apply online and attach all required documents including unofficial transcripts— Please ensure the transcript is not security coded or a large file as this may result in an error.
For questions:
hr@morainevalley.edu | 708-XXXXXX
Please note college winter break dates at morainevalley.edu
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