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Part-time MUSIC Instructor (Applicant Pool)

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

If you meet the qualifications outlined in the position announcement and are interested in becoming a part-time instructor, here are the next steps: Complete the online application and upload the additional application materials noted below:
  • Cover Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae or Resume
  • Unofficial transcripts of all graduate degrees (foreign degree credentialing must be included for non-US degrees)
  • Names of three professional references. Please include the following information about your references: name; title; phone number and email; relationship (coworker, supervisor, direct report, etc.)

Position Details

Position Information

Posting Number PTI00051P
GSU Log Number
Classification Title
Position Title Part-time MUSIC Instructor (Applicant Pool)
GSU Information

Join Perimeter College’s growing Part-Time faculty and become part of Georgia State University’s national leadership in innovation and in the academic success of its diverse populations. As the two-year college of Georgia State University, Perimeter College is metro Atlanta’s gateway to higher education. We are home to more freshmen than any other college in Georgia and offer a learning environment where teaching is the faculty’s primary focus. Students can choose from courses on five campuses and online to follow a clear path to an associate degree or receive the core classes required to pursue a bachelor’s degree. The 2019 and 2020 rankings from U.S. News & World Report list Georgia State as #2 among the most innovative colleges and universities in the nation and #2 (2019) and #3 (2020) among national universities with a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching. In recent years, African-American, Hispanic, first-generation and Pell-eligible students have, on average, all graduated from Georgia State at or above the rates of the student body overall — making Georgia State the only national public university to attain this goal.

Department Fine Arts Department
Campus College-wide
Position Type Part Time Faculty
Posting Type Internal/External
About the Department

The guided pathway in Music at Perimeter College has a proven record of preparing students for success in a variety of music-related fields. An artist faculty with a substantial background in performing, conducting, composition and arranging empowers students to critically analyze and effectively perform music of various styles and genres. A rich and varied calendar of recitals and concerts provides them with opportunities to perfect their own performing skills and to experience the skill of faculty and guest artist performers.

Position Description

Perimeter College is seeking part-time instructors in MUSIC who will play a key role in educating and supporting students.

Required Experience

None Specified.

Required Education

To qualify to teach MUSIC, applicants MUST have:

A minimum of a master’s degree with 18 graduate semester hours (or 27 quarter hours) in the teaching discipline.

Preferred Qualifications/Experience

Teaching experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Ability to teach MUSIC courses on the collegiate level
  • Ability to teach effectively using a variety of methods
  • Ability to relate to a diverse student population and facilitate student learning
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Demonstrated knowledge of instructional technology
Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations, etc

None Specified.

Pre-Employment Requirements

A Criminal History Check is Required.

Work Hours

Classes at Perimeter College are offered morning, afternoon and evening including weekends.

Salary $2,100.00 for each 3 Semester Credit Hour course taught
Job Duties

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies Perimeter College accepts part-time instructor applications on a continuous basis.
Desired Start Date 08/01/2020
Position End Date (if temporary)
Open Date 06/18/2019
Close Date 06/30/2021
Open Until Filled
Special Instructions Summary

If you meet the qualifications outlined in the position announcement and are interested in becoming a part-time instructor, here are the next steps:
Complete the online application and upload the additional application materials noted below:

  • Cover Letter
  • Curriculum Vitae or Resume
  • Unofficial transcripts of all graduate degrees (foreign degree credentialing must be included for non-US degrees)
  • Names of three professional references. Please include the following information about your references: name; title; phone number and email; relationship (coworker, supervisor, direct report, etc.)
Apply at:
Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Georgia State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action university and accommodates individuals with disabilities. All applicants must comply with the Immigration Reform and Control Act. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Notice of employment will be conditional on background verification.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have a minimum of a Master's Degree?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * What is the major as written on your master's degree transcript?

    (Open Ended Question)

  3. * Do you have a doctorate degree and, if so, what is the major written on your doctorate degree transcript? (Write N/A if not applicable)

    (Open Ended Question)

  4. * Do you have College or University level teaching experience?
    • Yes
    • No
  5. * Do you have Secondary Education teaching experience?
    • Yes
    • No
  6. * Do you have online teaching experience?
    • Yes
    • No
  7. * Perimeter College has five (5) campuses located in the metro Atlanta area. The campuses include Alpharetta, Clarkston, Decatur, Dunwoody, and Newton. In addition, Perimeter College also offers Online classes. Please list the campuses you are interested in working: • Alpharetta • Clarkston • Decatur • Dunwoody • Newton • Online

    (Open Ended Question)

  8. * Are you available to teach mornings?
    • Yes
    • No
  9. * Are you available to teach afternoons?
    • Yes
    • No
  10. * Are you available to teach weekends?
    • Yes
    • No
  11. * Are you currently employed at a University System of Georgia college or university?
    • Yes - Full-time Faculty
    • Yes - Part-time Faculty
    • Yes - Full-time Staff/Professional
    • Yes - Part-time Staff/Professional
    • No
  12. * If you have previously taught for Georgia State University, Perimeter College, or Georgia Perimeter College in a faculty position, please indicate the dates of employment.

    (Open Ended Question)

  13. * Are you employed at a private or Technical College System of Georgia college or university?
    • Yes - Full-time Faculty
    • Yes - Part-time Faculty
    • Yes - Full-time Staff/Professional
    • Yes - Part-time Staff/Professional
    • No
  14. Are you available to teach evenings?
    • Yes
    • No

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents
  1. Resume/CV
  2. Letter of Intent/Cover Letter
  3. Unofficial Transcripts of All Graduate-Level Degrees Completed or In Progress
Optional Documents
  1. Foreign Degree Transcript Evaluation
  2. Other Document 1
  3. Other Document 2
  4. Other Document 3