Assistant Professor, Music

ETSU • Johnson City, TN

14h

About The Position

The Director of Music Education (DME) and General/Elementary Music Education
Specialist is a 12-month appointment that teaches in the fall, spring, and
summer semesters. The DME works with the Chair of the Department of Music and
secondary music education faculty to coordinate and oversee the music education
program (both instrumental and vocal majors, undergraduate and graduate
students). The DME also serves as the liaison between the Department of Music
and the Clemmer College of Education and Human Development. The DME ensures that
all curriculum meets state licensure standards and NASM accreditation
standards.

Teaching assignments will include undergraduate general and elementary music
methods, materials, and pedagogy. Graduate classes will include concepts,
history, and philosophy of music education, as well as special topics courses
and overseeing Master's theses. Teaching assignment over the summer will include
no less than three summer courses. The DME will coordinate with the College of
Education to find qualified placements and supervisors for student teachers.

Requirements

• Earned doctorate in music, music education, or a related field
• Candidates should have a minimum of three years of teaching experience in general/elementary schools

Nice To Haves

• Experience with team leadership is preferred

Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee the music education program
• Serve as liaison between the Department of Music and the Clemmer College of Education and Human Development
• Ensure that all curriculum meets state licensure standards and NASM accreditation standards
• Teach undergraduate general and elementary music methods, materials, and pedagogy
• Teach graduate classes including concepts, history, and philosophy of music education, as well as special topics courses and overseeing Master's theses
• Coordinate with the College of Education to find qualified placements and supervisors for student teachers

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree