Skidmore College

Private Music Instructor - Bass Guitar

Location
Saratoga Springs, NY
Pay
$2,557 per course
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
August 28, 2026

About this position

Requisition Number: 3731The Department of Music at Skidmore College invites applications for a part-time, non-tenure track Lecturer position in Jazz bass for the fall semester 2026 beginning on September 1. This is a semester appointment with responsibilities in private music instruction. Responsibilities: Teach no more than 8 credit hours of private music instruction in upright and electric bass and / or coach a Jazz Combo. Contribute to departmental initiatives. Qualifications: A minimum of a bachelor's degree in Jazz bass. Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the college level, preferably in private lesson and ensemble settings. Professional experience performing jazz and/or commercial music on upright and electric bass. Ability to teach students with varied levels of experience and musical backgrounds. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse student body in a liberal-arts environment. Salary: $2,557.00 per credit hour All bargaining unit members shall be covered by a collective bargaining agreement between Skidmore College and Services Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 200 United. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of the Form I-9 and verification of identity and work authorization as required by federal law. Application Instructions: Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin on August 24 and continue until the position is filled. Apply online: www.skidmore.edu/hr Questions? Please contact Grace Burton (gburton@skidmore.edu) or Russell Haight (rhaight@skidmore.edu) About Skidmore College Skidmore is a highly selective liberal arts college that fosters creative approaches to teaching and learning. Skidmore's faculty of teacher-scholars are devoted to the instruction and mentoring of approximately 2500 talented undergraduate

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