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Job Description: Berklee College of Music invites applications for a part-time faculty member in the Contemporary Writing and Production Department. The Contemporary Writing and Production Department includes 35 faculty members who provide specialized instruction in composition, orchestration, arranging, and production techniques, focusing on contemporary music styles and music technology tools. The department serves over 560 students in the contemporary writing and production major, the writing for television and new media specialization, and the Mediterranean music minor, as well as serving all st dents at Berklee College of Music in the arranging core courses. The ideal candidate is an experienced composer and arranger for contemporary vocal ensembles and a dedicated teacher who will actively contribute to the department and the Berklee community, fostering an inclusive learning space that supports all students regardless of their background and identity. This part-time position reports to the chair of the Contemporary Writing and Production Department in the Professional Writing and Music Technology Division. Responsibilities: The primary responsibility for this position is to teach Vocal Writing courses in the Contemporary Writing and Production Major, which focuses on writing and production techniques for vocal ensembles of different sizes and configurations in various contemporary music styles, including vocals with rhythm section, background vocals in a large ensemble, and a capella groups. Experience and Qualifications: Significant past and current professional experience as a composer and arranger for contemporary vocal ensembles of different sizes and configurations in a variety of contemporary music styles, including vocals with rhythm section, background vocals in a large ensemble, and a capella groups Relevant music production experience working with vocalists in professional recording studio environments and live performances Experience singing and directing contemporary vocal ensembles Experience in preparing high-quality vocal scores using notation software Experience recording and producing vocals using Digital Audio Workstations Excellent interpersonal and communication skills A willingness to adhere to an established curriculum and to prepare course content and supplemental materials An interest in working in a diverse workplace with a multicultural multi-talented student body Bachelor's Degree in Music or equivalent professional experience Experience teaching contemporary vocal writing preferred Start date: This is a part-time faculty position with an expected start date of September 1, 2024. Compensation is commensurate with professional experience. Submission process: Electronic applications only. Candidates should submit the following materials in PDF format at berklee.edu/jobs. All materials should be addressed to the attention of Amparo Edo Biol, Chair of Contemporary Writing and Production at Berklee College of Music, and uploaded to the resume/cover letter section of the application. Please submit: A letter of application that addresses the candidate's qualifications A current curriculum vitae Links to online resources that are representative samples of the candidate's work, including audio/video materials and at least one notated score that features vocals in contemporary styles Name and contact information for at least three professional references Incomplete applications will not be considered. This search will remain open for submissions until the position is filled. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Equal Employment Opportunity at Berklee: We support an inclusive workplace where everyone excels based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. Berklee affirms that inequality is detrimental to our faculty, staff, students, and the communities we serve. Our goal is to make lasting change through our actions. Berklee is committed to providing fair and equitable consideration of all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, ancestry, age, national origin, place of birth, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, or status as a member of the armed forces or veteran of the armed forces, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law. As part of this commitment, Berklee will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact the Human Resources Team at hroperations@Berklee.edu or call 617-747-2375. Berklee is committed to increasing the diversity of our institution, community, and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to that goal are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths in this area. Currently enrolled Berklee students are not permitted to apply for staff or faculty positions.* Employee Type: Faculty

Job Title: Writing Consultant Department: Writing Center Supervisor: Dr. Justin Cook Starting Rate of Pay: $10/ hr. Length of Time: Eligible for rehire on a semester basis. Department Description Writing Center consultants are kind, careful, and responsive readers for all High Point University writers (student, faculty, or staff) at any stage of the writing process. We help with everything from assignment comprehension to drafting to revising. However, we do not write or edit papers for clients. Instead, we work alongside them to develop strategies for improving their writing regarding their respective assignments, expectations, and writing needs/ styles. We see writing as both an individual process of learning and a life skill in need of cultivating and refining. We are trained student mentors who lead campus workshops and participate in professional conversations about writing all the while promoting critical thinking, self-sufficiency, and problem-solving in writing. The Writing Center has locations all over campus: Qubein School of Communication (2nd floor tables) Smith Library, first floor (basement) R.G. Wanek Center Learning Commons (third floor, glass room) Cottrell (second floor, above Starbucks) Virtual (synchronous) Writing Center consultants will learn basic skills for successful writing assistance as well as grammar skills that can turn into one-hour workshops to be presented around campus. The Writing Center views this opportunity as experiential learning for consultants who wish to go into education, professional wring consulting, or editing/publishing. Job Description Writing center consultants work one-on-one with writers for 30-60 minutes at a time to help them improve their writing. Students hired as consultants are trained to work with both native and non-native speakers of English as well as with students with learning disabilities. Job Location/ Hours Required The candidate will perform most/all job duties in one of a variety of locations on campus. Hours may vary depending on the job requirements; however, the total number of hours a student employee may work per week is 20 hours. This position requires at least 5 but no more than 20 hours per week. Please also note that students who wish to be a Resident Assistant (RA) cannot hold additional jobs beyond that. Responsibilities: Consultants may be asked to do any of the following: Provide writing assistance for writers at any level of study. During the summer, optionally provide writing assistance in an online, synchronous, video-chat format, as funding allows. Attend and participate in professional development as assigned. Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: Students must have successfully completed, be in the process of completing, or be scheduled to complete ENG 3100: Writing Center Theory to be eligible to be a writing consultant. Optionally, consultants may also take ENG 3114 or 4114 when it is offered as “ Business of Editing ” or ENG 4135: The Business of Editing as a replacement for ENG 3100 and to replace the training requirement. Desired Skills: Must have a minimum 3.0 overall GPA Strong writing and grammar skills Strong interpersonal skills

JOB TITLE Adjunct Faculty- Literature and Creative Writing LOCATION Worcester DEPARTMENT NAME Humanities & Arts- JM DIVISION NAME Worcester Polytechnic Institute- WPI JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY Part-time adjunct faculty pool in Literature and Creative Writing to fill opportunities on a course-by-course basis as need arises. JOB DESCRIPTION The Humanities and Arts Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is regularly seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach Literature and Creative Writing courses. The Literature faculty teach introductory courses, intermediate thematic surveys, and advanced topic seminars and have particular interests in American (including African American and Chicana/o), English, and World literatures; poetry; and American and Global cinema. The Creative Writing Program offers introduction, intermediate, and advanced seminars in fiction, creative non-fiction, and poetry. We are looking for outstanding scholars, but successful candidates must also demonstrate teaching excellence and versatility as well as an ability to jump into an existing curriculum with creative and critical pedagogical approaches. A successful candidate should hold a PhD in English, Comparative Literature, or Modern Languages and Literatures or an MFA in creative writing. Submitting an application through this part-time posting will place you in an applicant pool to fill Literature and Creative Writing adjunct faculty positions on an as needed basis. Specific topics and start dates will vary over the academic year. Qualified applicants from this applicant pool will be contacted as opportunities arise. Your application will remain in the pool until the posting closes. If you wish to be considered for positions beyond that date, then you must reapply. Applicants should submit the following: -cover letter that addresses relevant expertise and experience -current c.v. that includes the names and contact information for three references -evidence of teaching experience (syllabi, teaching portfolio, etc.) FLSA STATUS United States of America (Exempt) WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.