AMDA College of the Performing Arts, with campuses in New York City and Hollywood, is one of the foremost post-secondary performing artscolleges in the country. AMDA offers various pathways for students to receive unparalleled performing arts education taught by world-classindustry professionals, including Professional Conservatory Certificates as well as undergraduate and graduate degrees (Bachelor of FineArts, Bachelor of Arts, Associate of Occupational Studies, Master of Fine Arts and Master of Arts).
AMDA is currently acceptingresumes for part-time teaching positions for an “Introduction to Pop and Commercial Music” course at the high school and college levels asan offering in our Musical Theatre Division at the New York City campus.
AMDA is specifically seeking instructors with diverseexperience teaching courses in performance and recording of pop and commercial music.
Notices
AMDA isdeeply committed to creating an inclusive community that actively challenges racism, sexism, heterosexism, religious bigotry, and otherforms of bias. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, and members of other underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.
Qualified applicants should submit: cover letter, resume and salary history. Applicants with performing/professional resumes and teachingresumes are encouraged to submit both.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Maintaining current knowledge in subjectmatter areas as it relates to:
- Pop Star: Recording Artist (please note that this is a high school summer offering)
- Introduction to Commercial Music and Recording (this course will begin in October of 2026)
- Providing instruction inaccordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules
- Creating and maintaining a student-centeredenvironment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking
- Evaluating progress of studentsconcerning educational matters and grading student work
- Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics bothonline and in-person
- Fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member
- Maintainingaccurate academic records
- Utilizing online classrooms and sustaining student engagement
- Consistent communication andaccurate reporting
- Contribution to school community, including:
- Committee Participation
- ActiveEngagement in required training and initiatives
- Viewing student performances
- Upholding AMDA’s core values ofequity and inclusion in the classroom and commitment to an environment of student safety and support
Qualifications:
- Master's degree (preferred) or bachelor’s degree (required) in a related field; commensurateperformance/professional experience may be considered
- AMDA differentiates itself from other performing arts colleges by havingstudents learn from "working faculty." Applicants must have performance experience within the industry; preference will be given toinstructors with recent/current performance credits
- Candidates must have relevant recording and performance experience
- Candidates must have teaching experience
- An appreciation for the traditions of performing arts academic setting
- Demonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
- Excellent oral and writtencommunication skills and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamicclimate for life-long learning
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches with the effective use oftechnology.
- Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning both in-person and online
- Abilityto appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
- Have a commitment and sensitivityto, as well as an understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, andethnic backgrounds of college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learningstyles
Preferred Qualifications
- Master’s degree
- Experience with a variety ofpop styles is a plus
- Experience teaching in a Higher Education setting
- Experience with Blackboard LMS preferred
Position Information:
- $40-60 per teaching hour
- $35 per auxiliary hour
- This positionis part time (less than 29 hours per week), in-person commitment. All candidates must reside in the New York area or be willing to relocate.AMDA will not provide a relocation package.
- Please note that this position will begin mid-June for the High School position
