Adjunct Voice Instructor, Music Department

Employment Opportunities | Catawba College --> Employment Opportunities --> Application & Instructions Interested in applying for a position at Catawba? It's easy! Here's what you need to do: Fill out the Application for Employment (unless otherwise directed) Prepare your resume Then send BOTH* to Human Resources via one of the following methods: Mail: Human Resources Catawba College 2300 W Innes St Salisbury, NC 28144 E-mail: [email protected] Fax: (704) 637-4289 Download Employment Application - PDF *NOTE: Applications cannot be accepted without an accompanying resume, and vice versa. Open Positions The following positions are currently open: Adjunct Teaching Instructors – Chemistry (Job 26008) The Department of Chemistry and Biochemistry in the Hurley School of Arts and Sciences at Catawba College welcomes applications for Adjunct Teaching Instructors in Chemistry for the 2026 – 2027 academic year.

The primary responsibilities of the position include teaching General Chemistry lectures and labs and Analytical Chemistry lectures and labs. Qualified candidates will have at least 6 hours of graduate-level chemistry classes beyond the Bachelor’s degree. A successful candidate will be strongly committed to teaching and creating an inclusive and diverse learning environment. Candidates who are currently working towards their graduate degree will also be considered.

APPLICATION PROCESS: All application materials and inquiries should be emailed as a single PDF file to both [email protected] and [email protected] and include the following: Cover letter CV Statement of teaching philosophy & experience Contact information for at least three references; references will not be contacted until candidates have successfully advanced to the final stages of the selection process. Review of applications will begin June 1st and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must be authorized to work in the USA. No visa sponsorship is available for this position.

QUESTIONS? Please contact Dr. Richard Macri at [email protected] with any questions about this position. ABOUT CA TAWBA: Founded in 1851 in Newton, North Carolina, Catawba was started by German pioneers who had traveled from eastern Pennsylvania to settle in the Haw, Yadkin, and Catawba Rivers valleys.

In 1890, Catawba became a coeducational institution, and the first woman to graduate completed her studies in 1893. In 1925, Catawba moved and re-opened to its current location in Salisbury, NC, about 45 minutes from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte, two hours from the mountains, and four hours from the beaches. Today, Catawba College has 41 buildings on 276 wooded acres on a residential campus. It is known for its 189-acre on-campus ecological preserve.

Ranked as one of the best colleges in the South, Catawba offers 70 academic majors to approximately 1,300 students representing 34 U.S. states and 19 foreign countries. Students are instructed by 80 full-time faculty, more than 83% of whom hold the highest degree in their field. Catawba provides an education focused on an institutional philosophy of a liberal education, which entails a broad range of knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and individual and social responsibility fostered and developed in all academic programs. Catawba is a learning community that provides students with unique opportunities to explore their vocation, helping them consider their calling, passions, and purpose as they prepare to reach their highest potential.

Catawba’s mission is to provide “students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation” and to enable “students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens.” More information about Catawba College is located at www.catawba.edu Catawba College is an equal-opportunity employer. As such, the College is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to the operation of the College. The College complies with all federal, state, and local non-discrimination laws. Adjunct Voice Instructor, Music Department (Job 26029) Position Status: Part – Time / Adjunct Instructor Classification : Catawba College's music department seeks to hire an adjunct voice instructor specializing in Mezzo-Soprano or Soprano beginning spring 2027.

Primary duties include teaching weekly private lessons to music majors, musical theater majors, and non-majors. Additional teaching duties may be available depending on the applicant's background.

Required Qualifications

Master's degree or other relevant advanced degree Demonstrated success teaching college students and/or professional performers Experience teaching/performing diverse repertoire and styles Preferred Qualifications: Specialization in Mezzo-Soprano or Soprano voice Previous college/university-level teaching experience Proficient keyboard skills to facilitate private voice lessons without an accompanist Knowledge and application of contemporary vocal science research, vocal technique, and vocal pedagogy Knowledge of current trends in music performance styles, techniques, and performance practices Knowledge of vocal pedagogy as it relates to musical theatre and/or contemporary commercial music ABOUT CATAWBA: Founded in 1851 in Newton, North Carolina, Catawba was started by German pioneers who had traveled from eastern Pennsylvania to settle in the valleys of the Haw, Yadkin, and Catawba Rivers. In 1890, Catawba became a coeducational institution and the first woman graduate completed her studies in 1893. In 1925, Catawba moved and re-opened to its current location in Salisbury, NC, which is about 45 minutes from Greensboro, Winston-Salem, and Charlotte, two hours from the mountains, and four hours from the beaches. Today, Catawba College has 41 buildings on 276 wooded acres on a residential campus.

Catawba is known for its 189 acre on-campus ecological preserve. Ranked as one of the best colleges in the south, Catawba offers 70 academic majors to approximately 1,300 students representing 34 U.S. states and 19 foreign countries. Students are instructed by nearly 90 full-time faculty, more than 83% of whom hold the highest degree in their field. Catawba provides an education focused on an institutional philosophy of a liberal education, which entails a broad range of knowledge, intellectual and practical skills, and individual and social responsibility fostered and developed in all academic programs.

Catawba is a learning community that provides students unique opportunities to explore vocation, helping students to consider their calling, their passions, and their purpose as they prepare to reach their highest potential. Catawba’s mission is to provide “students an education rich in personal attention that blends the knowledge and competencies of liberal studies with career preparation” and to enable “students to reach their highest potential while becoming responsible citizens.” More information about Catawba College is located at www.catawba.edu . APPLICATION PROCESS: Applicants shall submit the following materials, in a single file, pdf version only, to Nicholas Fuqua [email protected] and [email protected] . A letter of application; Resume or Curriculum Vitae; and Contact information for three (3) professional references.

Review of completed applications begins November 1, 2026 CONTACT FOR QUESTIONS Please contact Nicholas Fuqua with any questions. Catawba College is an equal-opportunity employer. As such, the College is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status, unless allowed by law and deemed necessary to the operation of the College. The College complies with all federal, state, and local non-discrimination laws.

Admissions Counselor (Job 26019) Position Title: Position Status: Full-Time Classification: Exempt Position Summary The Admissions Counselor is responsible for recruiting, advising, and enrolling prospective students by managing an assigned recruitment territory and providing personalized guidance throughout the admissions process. With a strong focus on proactive phone outreach and individualized communication, this position builds meaningful relationships with prospective students and their families to support informed college decision-making and drive enrollment. Reporting to the Associate Director of Undergraduate Admissions, this position represents Catawba College through territory management, relationship building, application review, and recruitment activities while contributing to the College's undergraduate enrollment goals. Working collaboratively with colleagues across Enrollment Management and the campus community, the Admissions Counselor helps create an engaging, student-centered admissions experience from prospect through enrollment.

Key Responsibilities Territory Management & Recruitment Manage an assigned recruitment territory with responsibility for meeting inquiry, application, admit, deposit, and enrollment goals. Execute territory travel and recruitment activities while building relationships with prospective students, families, school counselors, and community partners. Utilize territory data, recruitment trends, and institutional priorities to inform outreach and recruitment strategies. Represent Catawba College professionally through high school visits, college fairs, community events, virtual programming, and other recruitment opportunities.

Student Recruitment & Admissions Counsel prospective students and families throughout the admissions process by providing personalized guidance and exceptional customer service. Review undergraduate applications using holistic, mission-aligned judgment while maintaining institutional policies and confidentiality. Maintain accurate student records and communications within Slate CRM to support recruitment, reporting, and student engagement. Execute recruitment and yield initiatives that support institutional enrollment goals.

Assist prospective and admitted students in navigating the enrollment process and connecting with appropriate campus resources. Execute personalized communication plans using phone, email, text messaging, virtual meetings, and in-person interactions. Campus Engagement & Collaboration Lead admissions information sessions and represent the College during campus visit programs, recruitment events, and enrollment initiatives. Serve as Counselor of the Day (COD) and support daily admissions office operations, including prospective student inquiries and campus visits.

Collaborate with Enrollment Operations, Financial Aid, Academic Affairs, Athletics, Student Affairs, and other campus partners to support recruitment and enrollment efforts. Contribute to a collaborative team environment by sharing territory insights, recruitment trends, and best practices while supporting departmental initiatives. Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications Bachelor's degree required. Strong interpersonal, written, verbal, presentation, and telephone communication skills. Demonstrated ability to confidently initiate and conduct outbound phone calls while building rapport with prospective students and families. Excellent organizational, time management, and problem-solving abilities.

Ability to build meaningful relationships with prospective students, families, and campus partners through personalized outreach across multiple communication channels. Ability to work independently while contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment. Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and the ability to lear