Posting Number: I02432
Pay Rate: Instructor, step 1 (per dean)
Work Schedule
By appointment, in-person lessons, with additional weekly required 2.5 student consultation hours,
Position Summary
Teach applied saxophone to music majors whose major instrument is saxophone.
Minimum Qualifications
Minimum of a master's degree in Music Performance/Saxophone.
Evidence of successful 1:1 teaching or lessons.
Successful performance in an interview and teaching demonstration.
Preferred Qualifications
DMA or other doctorate in Saxophone Performance preferred.
Experience teaching college students.
Respect for Individuals in the Community
Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.
The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Chief Human Resource Officer
205 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2016
Special Instructions to Applicants
Unofficial transcripts or copies are acceptable for the application process.
Official transcripts are required prior to appointment. Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment.
Full consideration given to applications received by November 15, 2025.
