Assistant Professor of Music - Tenure Track

Morris Brown College•Atlanta, GA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Morris Brown College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track Faculty opportunity as a member of the Music Department. The successful candidate will report to the Department Chair of Music and will play a crucial role in supporting the goals and vision of the Academic Affairs Department, led by the Provost and Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs. The position is highly competitive, reflecting the college's commitment to excellence within the Music Department. Overview: Tenure track, 12-month fulltime role – 12 credit hour class course load, Fall and Spring semesters only, (during the summer months, duties and responsibilities may be performed remotely) academic advising duties. Reports to the Department Chair of Music. Faculty members serve multiple roles as teachers, mentors, colleagues, and scholars. Full-time faculty are expected not only to excel in classroom instruction but also to fulfill various responsibilities as active members of the college community.

Requirements

An earned doctorate or appropriate professional experience in the field of appointment or a related field is required for the rank of Assistant Professor.
The degree must be earned from an institution that is accredited.
In some cases, a candidate for a doctorate degree or one who has completed the qualifying exams for the doctorate degree and has two years of successful teaching experience in the field of appointment or a related field, can be appointed assistant professor on a probationary basis.
Effective teaching requires content expertise. Faculty must demonstrate deep subject knowledge, including key concepts, current and relevant research, methodologies, tools and techniques, and meaningful applications.

Nice To Haves

The probationary status ends automatically with the completion of the doctorate.
Probationary status can also be terminated by the President upon the recommendation of the Provost & Senior Vice President of Academic Affairs in recognition of outstanding achievements by the incumbent in teaching or research.

Responsibilities

Serve as teachers, mentors, colleagues, and scholars.
Excel in classroom instruction and fulfill various responsibilities as active members of the college community.
Be effective teachers and excel in course instruction.
Possess thorough and accurate knowledge of his or her specific field/discipline including the ability to evaluate and apply content.
Be committed to professional development by keeping current in their respective discipline.
Maintain faculty credentials as required by the college's accrediting agencies.
Select and develop instructional materials; plan and organize instruction to enhance student learning; create appropriate assignments to encourage student learning, the development of communication skills, and higher order thinking; and use available instructional technology, as appropriate.
Use a variety of proven methods of engagement and assessment that facilitate student mastery of the content.
Provide students constructive, encouraging, and corrective feedback.
Evaluate student learning by creating and applying course competencies and accurately evaluating student progress.
Strive to increase teaching effectiveness through the application of appropriate teaching and learning strategies; evaluate student learning and modify instructional methods and strategies as appropriate to meet diverse student needs.
Demonstrate interpersonal and communication skills that result in clear communication of subject matter to the students.
Provide timely, substantive feedback in appropriate forms.
Meet classes as scheduled; notify the appropriate Chair, Assistant Dean, or Dean in advance if they are to be absent, and, if possible, arrange for a substitute instructor or assignments for his or her class.
Be accessible to students through e-mail, wireless/cellular technology, or scheduled office hours including arranging, when necessary, additional time for appointments.
Prepare and distribute syllabi in accordance with established procedures and guidelines and follow the published final exam schedule.
Maintain accurate records of students' academic standing; promptly provide final grades, attendance, and other information as required by administration.
Respect the confidentiality of student information; refrain from discussing or releasing such information except within recognized limits.
Evaluate students based solely on their academic performance and to respond promptly to student grade questions and/or appeals.
Engage in Scholarly Activity which includes publication of books, publication of articles in refereed journals, membership in academic and honorary societies, participation in professional organizations, one person shows or exhibit within the discipline, presentation of papers or facilitating workshops at conferences (state, national or international levels), receiving a post-doctoral grant related to the discipline, and reviewing or editing of professional journals.
Engage in Service Activity which includes assignments which contribute to the goals of the department, the College, and the Community.
Fulfill all requirements as stated in college policies and procedures including mandatory training.
Attend and participate in all required meetings and exercise stewardship in the use of college facilities and materials.
Submit information or materials related to their assigned duties as requested by college administrators or peers in a timely manner.
Engage in other activities which enhance the image of the College: Guest speaking, Serving on community boards, Judging exhibits and performances, Evaluating community programs, Conducting workshops, Assisting businesses in filling out appropriate forms when applying for financial assistance.
Contribute to the growth and enhancement of the College mission and programs.
Fulfill all requirements as stated in the contract.
Participate in instructional and College planning and assist in the recruitment and retention of students, faculty, and staff.
Serve on college, division, program, and department committees and assist the Chair in the exercise of their duties.
Attend and participate in professional development opportunities including activities during Professional Development Days and other opportunities offered by the College and/or external organizations.
Create and revise, develop and amend where appropriate, departmental or program curricula.
Perform other duties as assigned.