Music- Adjunct Instructor of Choral Music Education - Spring 2026

The College of New Jersey • Ewing, NJ

70d

About The Position

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution that is consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four-year graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges "most likely to pay off financially," and U.S. News & World Report rates it the No. 1 public institution among regional universities in the northeast.

The Department of Music seeks a temporary Adjunct Faculty member in Choral Music Education for the Spring 2026 semester.

Requirements

• Completed master's degree in Music Education or Choral Conducting.
• Minimum of 3-5 years of successful teaching experience in choral music at the middle and/or high school level.
• Strong pedagogical expertise in vocal/choral instruction and rehearsal techniques.
• Record of visibility and professional engagement in the field of choral music education.

Nice To Haves

• ABD or doctoral degree in Music Education or Choral Conducting.
• College teaching experience in music education and/or choral conducting.
• Experience supervising pre-service music educators in field placements or student teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach Secondary Choral Methods (Grades 7-12).
• Supervise choral/vocal music education majors in field placements and student teaching.
• Depending on departmental needs and candidate expertise, opportunities may include conducting a collegiate-level choir and/or teaching an undergraduate conducting course.
• Collaborate with the Coordinator of Music Education and the Director of Choral Activities to support programmatic goals and student success.
• Engage in departmental, school, and college-wide recruitment initiatives and maintain connections with regional music educators.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees