Saxophone Adjunct Applied Faculty

Department: Col of Visual and Performing Arts

Job Category: Adjunct Faculty

Job Type: Part-Time

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: On Site Required

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

The Reva and Sid Dewberry Family School of Music's mission is to enable every student to find his or her best musical voice; prepare each to fulfill society's need for artistic and innovative musicians, scholars, music educators, and ambassadors for the arts; and graduate each with hope, confidence, and distinction.

About the Position:

The Adjunct Applied Classical Saxophone Professor will teach individualized lessons, starting August 25, 2025.

Responsibilities:

• Teach Applied Classical Saxophone during daytime hours on campus;
• Coach saxophone quartet (chamber ensemble);
• Coordinate recruitment for the Classical Saxophone Studio;
• Coordinate studio classes, recitals, performances, and juries for the Classical Saxophone Studio; and
• Participate in the Woodwind Area initiatives, including performances, faculty recitals, auditions, etc.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s Degree in Music required; 
• Successful experience teaching at the college level;
• Desire to work with colleagues and students from diverse backgrounds; and
• Established reputation as a Saxophonist including live performances and recordings.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Doctorate in Music preferred.

Instructions to Applicants: 

For full consideration, applicants must apply for the Saxophone Adjunct Applied Faculty at https://jobs.gmu.edu/. Complete and submit the online application to include three professional references with contact information, and provide a cover letter and CV for review.

Posting Open Date:  June 3, 2025

For Full Consideration, Apply by:  June 17, 2025

Open Until Filled:  Yes