The Entertainment Industry Technology (EIT) Department is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach music industry technology-related courses in-person as a face-to-face modality at our Signal Peak Campus in Coolidge, AZ. The courses have both a lecture and hands-on lab component and will require the instructor to teach on-campus in a lab setting. Candidates should have professional experience and technical knowledge of the following subject matter areas which pertain to the applicable courses: Maintaining and repairing sound and lighting equipment commonly used in concert productions, including performing basic maintenance, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, soldering, wiring standards, calibration, and testing of a wide variety of sound, lighting, and performance-related equipment; OR… Rigging for theater and concerts, including single and double purchase counterweight systems, block and tackle, cable and chain rigging, powered hoist systems and portable scenic and lighting trusses OR… Live event sound reinforcement including the operation of basic sound systems, including consoles, amplifiers, speakers, processors and microphones, and advanced sound system setup and operation, in-depth operation of program and monitor consoles, system equalization, flown speaker arrays, and musical production considerations. OR… Concert and theatrical lighting, including basic design, color theory, instrument types, power distribution, control, safety, and the proper hanging, connection, focus, and control of instruments and accessories such as gobos, color scrollers, mirrored fixtures, moving lights and full lighting design and lighting instrument hang and focus for numerous concert arrangements, specifically choir concert, band/orchestra, and dance lighting. Topics include using computer lighting effects, color scrollers, mirrored fixtures, and moving lights. Fieldtrips required to off-campus area theatres to examine and evaluate an array of lighting venues. Applicants should be qualified to teach one or more of the abovementioned areas of study, according to the established curriculum and learning outcomes.
Maintaining and repairing sound and lighting equipment commonly used in concert productions, including performing basic maintenance, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, soldering, wiring standards, calibration, and testing of a wide variety of sound, lighting, and performance-related equipment;
Rigging for theater and concerts, including single and double purchase counterweight systems, block and tackle, cable and chain rigging, powered hoist systems and portable scenic and lighting trusses
Live event sound reinforcement including the operation of basic sound systems, including consoles, amplifiers, speakers, processors and microphones, and advanced sound system setup and operation, in-depth operation of program and monitor consoles, system equalization, flown speaker arrays, and musical production considerations.
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Concert and theatrical lighting, including basic design, color theory, instrument types, power distribution, control, safety, and the proper hanging, connection, focus, and control of instruments and accessories such as gobos, color scrollers, mirrored fixtures, moving lights and full lighting design and lighting instrument hang and focus for numerous concert arrangements, specifically choir concert, band/orchestra, and dance lighting. Topics include using computer lighting effects, color scrollers, mirrored fixtures, and moving lights. Fieldtrips required to off-campus area theatres to examine and evaluate an array of lighting venues.
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Job Summary
The Entertainment Industry Technology (EIT) Department is seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach music industry technology-related courses in-person as a face-to-face modality at our Signal Peak Campus in Coolidge, AZ. The courses have both a lecture and hands-on lab component and will require the instructor to teach on-campus in a lab setting. Candidates should have professional experience and technical knowledge of the following subject matter areas which pertain to the applicable courses: Maintaining and repairing sound and lighting equipment commonly used in concert productions, including performing basic maintenance, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, soldering, wiring standards, calibration, and testing of a wide variety of sound, lighting, and performance-related equipment; OR… Rigging for theater and concerts, including single and double purchase counterweight systems, block and tackle, cable and chain rigging, powered hoist systems and portable scenic and lighting trusses OR… Live event sound reinforcement including the operation of basic sound systems, including consoles, amplifiers, speakers, processors and microphones, and advanced sound system setup and operation, in-depth operation of program and monitor consoles, system equalization, flown speaker arrays, and musical production considerations. OR… Concert and theatrical lighting, including basic design, color theory, instrument types, power distribution, control, safety, and the proper hanging, connection, focus, and control of instruments and accessories such as gobos, color scrollers, mirrored fixtures, moving lights and full lighting design and lighting instrument hang and focus for numerous concert arrangements, specifically choir concert, band/orchestra, and dance lighting. Topics include using computer lighting effects, color scrollers, mirrored fixtures, and moving lights. Fieldtrips required to off-campus area theatres to examine and evaluate an array of lighting venues. Applicants should be qualified to teach one or more of the abovementioned areas of study, according to the established curriculum and learning outcomes.
Maintaining and repairing sound and lighting equipment commonly used in concert productions, including performing basic maintenance, preventative maintenance, troubleshooting, soldering, wiring standards, calibration, and testing of a wide variety of sound, lighting, and performance-related equipment;
Rigging for theater and concerts, including single and double purchase counterweight systems, block and tackle, cable and chain rigging, powered hoist systems and portable scenic and lighting trusses
Live event sound reinforcement including the operation of basic sound systems, including consoles, amplifiers, speakers, processors and microphones, and advanced sound system setup and operation, in-depth operation of program and monitor consoles, system equalization, flown speaker arrays, and musical production considerations.
Concert and theatrical lighting, including basic design, color theory, instrument types, power distribution, control, safety, and the proper hanging, connection, focus, and control of instruments and accessories such as gobos, color scrollers, mirrored fixtures, moving lights and full lighting design and lighting instrument hang and focus for numerous concert arrangements, specifically choir concert, band/orchestra, and dance lighting. Topics include using computer lighting effects, color scrollers, mirrored fixtures, and moving lights. Fieldtrips required to off-campus area theatres to examine and evaluate an array of lighting venues.
Responsibilities
Teaching/Preparation/Evaluation Teach assigned classes in accordance with college policy and in the assigned locations and modalities, as directed by division chair or program director. Provide and present information, content, and context through lecture, laboratory, recitation, seminars and/or other learning venues utilizing a variety of teaching/learning styles as appropriate to the course content. Employ a variety of assessment tools; evaluate grades and comment on student work in a timely fashion in order to facilitate and ensure student progress throughout the course. Communicate with students as appropriate. This may include email, online discussions, virtual chats within the Learning Management System, instant messaging (IM), telephone and/or face-to-face consultations to provide frequent feedback. Refer students to appropriate college and community services when needed. Communicate to students when and how you will be available to assist students outside of scheduled class time. Maintain records of student progress and performance; complete and return required reports to the appropriate office by established due date. Develop, prepare and evaluate instructional materials, as required by chair or director. Write and develop syllabi and course calendars, in accordance with college policy. Review and update course outlines and syllabi, and provide input on text selection when appropriate, in cooperation with other faculty and appropriate division chair or program director as necessary. Collaborate with division chair, program director, other faculty and other programs to review and maintain the integrity of the curriculum within established college timelines or more frequently if necessary. Assist in recruitment and retention of students through the development and implementation of teaching and learning strategies primarily in the instructional setting. Additional Requirements: Instructors will be required to take weekly attendance and enter attendance into the college’s designated system on a weekly basis. Instructors will be required to issue grades in accordance with the college’s established policies using the college’s established Learning Management Systems. Instructors will be required to use the college’s e-mail system for all college-related correspondence, and use the Learning Management System’s messaging function for correspondence with students. Instructors must respond to student inquiries within a generally acceptable timeframe. College/Community Service and Shared Governance: Recognize the goals and mission of the college to maintain a positive professional and educational environment that promotes student success and enhances community relations. Professional Development: Are invited to attend and participate in professional development activities. Cultivate development of instructional programs and knowledge of trends, pedagogy, andragogy, and new technologies. Participate in the evaluation process as defined by Policies and Procedures. The rate of pay for Adjunct Faculty for the 2024–2025 Academic Year is $900.00 per credit hour.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field OR Associate’s Degree and any combination of 3 years full time work experience (or equivalent part-time experience at a ratio of 2 years part-time = 1 year full-time) in the discipline. (For example, 6 years part-time work = 3 years full time work) OR 5 years full time work experience (or equivalent part-time experience at a ratio of 2 years part-time = 1 year full-time) in the discipline. (For example, 10 years part-time work = 5 years full time work)
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a related field
OR
Associate’s Degree and any combination of 3 years full time work experience (or equivalent part-time experience at a ratio of 2 years part-time = 1 year full-time) in the discipline. (For example, 6 years part-time work = 3 years full time work)
5 years full time work experience (or equivalent part-time experience at a ratio of 2 years part-time = 1 year full-time) in the discipline. (For example, 10 years part-time work = 5 years full time work)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Be current in subject area and possess the ability to develop, prepare, and evaluate instructional materials that promote learning, along with the willingness to utilize alternative teaching techniques and instructional technology where appropriate. Central Arizona College (the College) is committed to provide equal employment opportunity in decisions involving hiring, evaluation, promotion, advancement and discipline, and educational opportunity to all applicants and employees. The College will hire without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, military status, genetic test information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.
Be current in subject area and possess the ability to develop, prepare, and evaluate instructional materials that promote learning, along with the willingness to utilize alternative teaching techniques and instructional technology where appropriate.
Benefits
This position is not eligible for health benefits.
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Teach assigned classes in accordance with college policy and in the assigned locations and modalities, as directed by division chair or program director. Provide and present information, content, and context through lecture, laboratory, recitation, seminars and/or other learning venues utilizing a variety of teaching/learning styles as appropriate to the course content. Employ a variety of assessment tools; evaluate grades and comment on student work in a timely fashion in order to facilitate and ensure student progress throughout the course. Communicate with students as appropriate. This may include email, online discussions, virtual chats within the Learning Management System, instant messaging (IM), telephone and/or face-to-face consultations to provide frequent feedback. Refer students to appropriate college and community services when needed. Communicate to students when and how you will be available to assist students outside of scheduled class time. Maintain records of student progress and performance; complete and return required reports to the appropriate office by established due date. Develop, prepare and evaluate instructional materials, as required by chair or director. Write and develop syllabi and course calendars, in accordance with college policy. Review and update course outlines and syllabi, and provide input on text selection when appropriate, in cooperation with other faculty and appropriate division chair or program director as necessary. Collaborate with division chair, program director, other faculty and other programs to review and maintain the integrity of the curriculum within established college timelines or more frequently if necessary. Assist in recruitment and retention of students through the development and implementation of teaching and learning strategies primarily in the instructional setting.
Provide and present information, content, and context through lecture, laboratory, recitation, seminars and/or other learning venues utilizing a variety of teaching/learning styles as appropriate to the course content. Employ a variety of assessment tools; evaluate grades and comment on student work in a timely fashion in order to facilitate and ensure student progress throughout the course. Communicate with students as appropriate. This may include email, online discussions, virtual chats within the Learning Management System, instant messaging (IM), telephone and/or face-to-face consultations to provide frequent feedback. Refer students to appropriate college and community services when needed. Communicate to students when and how you will be available to assist students outside of scheduled class time. Maintain records of student progress and performance; complete and return required reports to the appropriate office by established due date. Develop, prepare and evaluate instructional materials, as required by chair or director. Write and develop syllabi and course calendars, in accordance with college policy. Review and update course outlines and syllabi, and provide input on text selection when appropriate, in cooperation with other faculty and appropriate division chair or program director as necessary. Collaborate with division chair, program director, other faculty and other programs to review and maintain the integrity of the curriculum within established college timelines or more frequently if necessary. Assist in recruitment and retention of students through the development and implementation of teaching and learning strategies primarily in the instructional setting.
Employ a variety of assessment tools; evaluate grades and comment on student work in a timely fashion in order to facilitate and ensure student progress throughout the course. Communicate with students as appropriate. This may include email, online discussions, virtual chats within the Learning Management System, instant messaging (IM), telephone and/or face-to-face consultations to provide frequent feedback. Refer students to appropriate college and community services when needed. Communicate to students when and how you will be available to assist students outside of scheduled class time. Maintain records of student progress and performance; complete and return required reports to the appropriate office by established due date. Develop, prepare and evaluate instructional materials, as required by chair or director. Write and develop syllabi and course calendars, in accordance with college policy. Review and update course outlines and syllabi, and provide input on text selection when appropriate, in cooperation with other faculty and appropriate division chair or program director as necessary. Collaborate with division chair, program director, other faculty and other programs to review and maintain the integrity of the curriculum within established college timelines or more frequently if necessary. Assist in recruitment and retention of students through the development and implementation of teaching and learning strategies primarily in the instructional setting.
Communicate with students as appropriate. This may include email, online discussions, virtual chats within the Learning Management System, instant messaging (IM), telephone and/or face-to-face consultations to provide frequent feedback. Refer students to appropriate college and community services when needed. Communicate to students when and how you will be available to assist students outside of scheduled class time. Maintain records of student progress and performance; complete and return required reports to the appropriate office by established due date. Develop, prepare and evaluate instructional materials, as required by chair or director. Write and develop syllabi and course calendars, in accordance with college policy. Review and update course outlines and syllabi, and provide input on text selection when appropriate, in cooperation with other faculty and appropriate division chair or program director as necessary. Collaborate with division chair, program director, other faculty and other programs to review and maintain the integrity of the curriculum within established college timelines or more frequently if necessary. Assist in recruitment and retention of students through the development and implementation of teaching and learning strategies primarily in the instructional setting.
Communicate to students when and how you will be available to assist students outside of scheduled class time. Maintain records of student progress and performance; complete and return required reports to the appropriate office by established due date. Develop, prepare and evaluate instructional materials, as required by chair or director. Write and develop syllabi and course calendars, in accordance with college policy. Review and update course outlines and syllabi, and provide input on text selection when appropriate, in cooperation with other faculty and appropriate division chair or program director as necessary. Collaborate with division chair, program director, other faculty and other programs to review and maintain the integrity of the curriculum within established college timelines or more frequently if necessary. Assist in recruitment and retention of students through the development and implementation of teaching and learning strategies primarily in the instructional setting.
Maintain records of student progress and performance; complete and return required reports to the appropriate office by established due date. Develop, prepare and evaluate instructional materials, as required by chair or director. Write and develop syllabi and course calendars, in accordance with college policy. Review and update course outlines and syllabi, and provide input on text selection when appropriate, in cooperation with other faculty and appropriate division chair or program director as necessary. Collaborate with division chair, program director, other faculty and other programs to review and maintain the integrity of the curriculum within established college timelines or more frequently if necessary. Assist in recruitment and retention of students through the development and implementation of teaching and learning strategies primarily in the instructional setting.
Develop, prepare and evaluate instructional materials, as required by chair or director. Write and develop syllabi and course calendars, in accordance with college policy. Review and update course outlines and syllabi, and provide input on text selection when appropriate, in cooperation with other faculty and appropriate division chair or program director as necessary. Collaborate with division chair, program director, other faculty and other programs to review and maintain the integrity of the curriculum within established college timelines or more frequently if necessary. Assist in recruitment and retention of students through the development and implementation of teaching and learning strategies primarily in the instructional setting.
Write and develop syllabi and course calendars, in accordance with college policy. Review and update course outlines and syllabi, and provide input on text selection when appropriate, in cooperation with other faculty and appropriate division chair or program director as necessary. Collaborate with division chair, program director, other faculty and other programs to review and maintain the integrity of the curriculum within established college timelines or more frequently if necessary. Assist in recruitment and retention of students through the development and implementation of teaching and learning strategies primarily in the instructional setting.
Review and update course outlines and syllabi, and provide input on text selection when appropriate, in cooperation with other faculty and appropriate division chair or program director as necessary. Collaborate with division chair, program director, other faculty and other programs to review and maintain the integrity of the curriculum within established college timelines or more frequently if necessary. Assist in recruitment and retention of students through the development and implementation of teaching and learning strategies primarily in the instructional setting.
Collaborate with division chair, program director, other faculty and other programs to review and maintain the integrity of the curriculum within established college timelines or more frequently if necessary. Assist in recruitment and retention of students through the development and implementation of teaching and learning strategies primarily in the instructional setting.
Assist in recruitment and retention of students through the development and implementation of teaching and learning strategies primarily in the instructional setting.
Instructors will be required to take weekly attendance and enter attendance into the college’s designated system on a weekly basis. Instructors will be required to issue grades in accordance with the college’s established policies using the college’s established Learning Management Systems. Instructors will be required to use the college’s e-mail system for all college-related correspondence, and use the Learning Management System’s messaging function for correspondence with students. Instructors must respond to student inquiries within a generally acceptable timeframe.
Instructors will be required to issue grades in accordance with the college’s established policies using the college’s established Learning Management Systems. Instructors will be required to use the college’s e-mail system for all college-related correspondence, and use the Learning Management System’s messaging function for correspondence with students. Instructors must respond to student inquiries within a generally acceptable timeframe.
Instructors will be required to use the college’s e-mail system for all college-related correspondence, and use the Learning Management System’s messaging function for correspondence with students. Instructors must respond to student inquiries within a generally acceptable timeframe.
Instructors must respond to student inquiries within a generally acceptable timeframe.
Recognize the goals and mission of the college to maintain a positive professional and educational environment that promotes student success and enhances community relations.
Are invited to attend and participate in professional development activities. Cultivate development of instructional programs and knowledge of trends, pedagogy, andragogy, and new technologies. Participate in the evaluation process as defined by Policies and Procedures.
Cultivate development of instructional programs and knowledge of trends, pedagogy, andragogy, and new technologies. Participate in the evaluation process as defined by Policies and Procedures.
Participate in the evaluation process as defined by Policies and Procedures.
