Assistant Professor of Music Education (String)
About The Position
The School of Music at Texas State University seeks an engaging, creative, collaborative, and dedicated teacher/scholar to serve as a tenure-line Assistant Professor of Music Education with a specialization in string music education. Duties begin August 2026. The successful candidate will be expected to: Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in string music education and other topics according to the candidate's qualifications and needs of the School of Music. Supervise student teachers and graduate-level capstone projects. Maintain a record of scholarly activity and make substantive professional contributions to the field of music education. Participate in faculty meetings, committees, and service activities, including recruitment. Possible leadership role as a master teacher or director with the TXST String Project. Other duties assigned by the Director of the School of Music.
Requirements
- Doctorate in music education or closely related field (must be completed by August 16, 2026).
- Evidence of excellence-or potential for excellence-in teaching string music education courses at the collegiate level.
- A record of achievement in scholarly activity and demonstrated potential for further professional growth.
- · A minimum of three years of successful secondary-level string teaching experience.
- Experience working with individuals from varied backgrounds.
Nice To Haves
- University teaching experience.
- National/international stature as a string music educator.
- Proven record of mentorship, supervision, and recruitment of music education students.
- Demonstrated communication and organizational skills, and an ability to work collaboratively.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in string music education and other topics according to the candidate's qualifications and needs of the School of Music.
- Supervise student teachers and graduate-level capstone projects.
- Maintain a record of scholarly activity and make substantive professional contributions to the field of music education.
- Participate in faculty meetings, committees, and service activities, including recruitment.
- Possible leadership role as a master teacher or director with the TXST String Project.
- Other duties assigned by the Director of the School of Music.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Industry
Educational Services
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
Number of Employees
51-100 employees
