Instructor (Non-Renewable) - Music Education

Texas A&M University System • Commerce, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The School of Music is seeking applicants for an ad-Interim Instructor (non-tenure-track) position in Music Education. This is a full-time, nine-month interim faculty position.

Requirements

• Master’s degree in Music, Music Education, Education, or a related field
• Minimum of three years of public-school teaching experience
• Demonstrated record of teaching excellence
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to mentor and guide students effectively
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple responsibilities
• Collaborative approach to working with faculty, staff, and students
• Strong understanding of varied music education practices and repertoire
• Texas All-Level Music certification

Nice To Haves

• Doctoral degree in Music, Music Education, Education, or a related field
• ABD in Music, Music Education, Education, or a related field
• Evidence of successful teaching at the EC–12 level and in higher education
• Experience recruiting and building music education programs
• Experience hosting or supervising clinical teachers
• Background in community engagement or school partnerships
• Proficiency in music technology and learning management systems
• Strength in music theory, history, and/or performance
• Active engagement in scholarly or creative activity
• Certification in Orff Schulwerk and/or Kodály

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in music education
• Supervise clinical teachers and support field-based experiences
• Maintain visibility and build strong relationships with elementary, middle, and high school music programs across Texas
• Collaborate with the Coordinator of Music Education to support program growth and development
• Teach up to five 3-credit courses per semester
• Advising
• Assisting student teachers
• Thesis/dissertation supervision

Benefits

• The A&M System is committed to providing an educational and work environment that is conducive to the personal and professional development of each employee.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level