Adjunct Faculty, Piano

Barry University, Inc.

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Miami Shores- Main Campus Until 8/21/2026 1+ years exp First posted May 14, 2026 Last posted May 14, 2026
Job description

Summary

The major in Music develops performance skills through applied lessons, directed coursework, and ensemble and stage experience.  This is complemented by studies in the Liberal Arts.

Music majors are given professional training and musical skills with an emphasis on performance.  The program encourages individual growth, nurtures leadership qualities, and provides varied opportunities for the student to perform from the first year of study through graduation.  The program’s small classes increase the potential for performance opportunities, leadership qualities, and musical growth.

Adjunct Music professor for private applied lessons in the performance of basic piano for non-music majors and basic through advanced level piano for music majors. Applied lessons meet once a week (1-2 academic credits) for the 15-week traditional semester.

Essential Functions

  • Deliver private lessons clearly and effectively.

  • Create a unified, comprehensive syllabus and customized lessons to suit individual students' needs.

  • Create, administer, and evaluate exams, papers, and/or projects, and attend juries.

  • Available to respond to student questions and/concerns.

Qualifications/Requirements

  • A Master's degree in Music is required.

  • 1-3 years of teaching experience.

  • Experienced in using Canvas

  • Must have the ability to deliver material clearly and effectively.

Benefits: Barry University offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees that includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, retirement, tuition assistance, paid time off and work/life balance initiatives such as wellness programs, spirituality in the workplace, and training and development.

Barry University is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.

About this role

Summary

teach private piano lessons to music and non-music majors, assess student progress

Job title

Adjunct Faculty, Piano

Experience level

1-3 years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

education

Location requirements

on-site in Miami Shores, no remote work allowed

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

master's degree in musicteaching experienceCanvas

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

pianomusic educationperformance
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Miami Shores, FL, USA

On-site City