Visiting Lecturer of Music/Interim Director of Instrumental Activities

Marist International University College • Poughkeepsie, NY

86d • $85,000 - $90,000

About The Position

The School of Communication and the Arts at Marist University invites applications for the position of Visiting Lecturer of Music/Interim Director of Instrumental Activities with a focus on conducting the university's concert ensembles. In addition, this individual will have primary oversight of the program's chamber and string ensembles. The successful candidate will be able to teach courses such as Symphonic Band; Wind Symphony; Instrumental Skills, and/or other first-year music history courses. The Music Program seeks a candidate with both ensemble direction and classroom teaching experience.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Music, Music Education, or similar field.
• Two or more years of teaching experience and/or demonstrated ability to teach at the collegiate level.
• Evidence of inclusive teaching.

Nice To Haves

• Terminal degree in Music/Music Education.
• Established reputation as an ensemble director at the pre-college and/or collegiate level with a consistent record of creativity and/or scholarship.
• Three or more years of conducting, with evidence of effective conducting.
• A strong analytical and creative skill set, deep knowledge of the latest disruptions within music education, and the ability to teach and critique student work.
• Deep collaborative spirit to work with other Music Program faculty on curriculum development and interdisciplinary music performances.

Responsibilities

• Conduct the Marist University Symphonic Band and Wind Symphony.
• Provide oversight of a variety of smaller chamber ensembles and String Orchestra.
• Teach music courses related to the candidate's expertise, including foundational music history courses offered to non-music students as part of the Core/Liberal Studies program.
• Expand the size, scope, and diversity of the Music Program through creative and comprehensive musical programming initiatives, and other related outreach activities.
• Meet with students outside of class time for additional instruction as appropriate.
• Engage in a variety of service duties, including school and college committee service, admissions, recruitment, curriculum development and assessment, admissions, student affairs, and community/industry outreach.

Benefits

• Unlimited paid sick time.
• 14+ paid holidays per year.
• Medical, Dental & Vision insurance programs at a 15% employee / 85% employer contribution rate.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Dependent Care (FSD).
• Life insurance.
• Generous short-term and long-term disability programs and workers compensation.
• 403(b) defined contribution plan: First 6 years University contributes 7.5%, Employee contributes a mandatory 4%. University contribution increases to 10.5% in year 7, and 12% after 15 years. Employee contribution decreases to 1% in year 7. Remains 1% thereafter.
• Tuition Benefits: Up to 16 undergraduate credits per semester. Up to 18 graduate credit per academic calendar. Eligibility extends to employee, spouse, and dependent children under age 26. University pays 100% tuition only. Eligible dependents may be reimbursed up to $2,000 per semester towards tuition at another accredited institution.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Master's degree