Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre

Brenau University; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Brenau University in Gainesville, GA seeks a qualified theatre educator to teach undergraduate Musical Theatre and Voice, with strong piano and sight-reading skills. The role involves collaboration across the Theatre program, advising students in the BFA MT program, and contributing to GTA activities.

The candidate will lead a production or assign leadership roles, participate in faculty governance, and support recruitment and scholarship efforts.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Musical Theatre, Vocal Performance or Music or equivalent with significant professional experience.
• Evidence of continued creative work as Music Director or equivalent.
• Advanced piano and sight reading skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative setting.
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, equity, diversity, and inclusion.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate Musical Theatre and Voice courses as assigned; incl. MT Theory, Aural Skills, Piano, Ensemble, and Applied Voice.
• Accompany from sheet music when required; some courses may place you as accompanist.
• Collaborate with the Program Director and GTA for program growth.
• Advise students in the BFA Musical Theatre program.
• Serve on committees and perform university service duties.
• Maintain national professional and academic standing.
• Direct a musical production or lead the program as assigned; coordinate release time or credit hours.
• Support faculty within the Gainesville Theatre Alliance structure (GTA).
• Attend faculty meetings; participate in recruitment for Theatre Department and Brenau.

Skills

Terminal degree

Piano proficiency

Sight reading

Collaborative work

Teaching excellence

DEI commitment

Education

Terminal degree in Musical Theatre or Music

Job description

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brenau University is an equal opportunity employer and educator. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal or state laws in its employment practices or educational programs.

HIRING PROCESS

All submitted application materials are forwarded to the appropriate department for review. Hiring recommendations are made at the departmental level.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE

Brenau University is a drug-free workplace as certified by the Georgia Workers Compensation Board.

ELIGIBILITY

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the confirmed start date. This includes being a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national with work authorization that doesn't require employer sponsorship. Individuals must maintain this eligibility throughout employment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Terminal degree in Musical Theatre, Vocal Performance or Music or an equivalent degree with significant professional experience
• Evidence of continued creative work within the Theatre Industry as Music Director or equivalent
• Advanced piano and sight reading skills
• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative setting
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching, equity, diversity, and inclusion

Job Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate Musical Theatre and Voice courses as assigned; including but not limited to Music Theory, Aural Skills, Piano, Ensemble, Introduction to MT Repertoire, and Applied Voice. In some courses, you may serve as the accompanist and not the primary instructor. Ability to teach Theatre History I and II is a bonus. Courses to teach are directed by the Chair of Theatre.
• Have advanced piano and sight reading skills for accompanying from sheet music.
• Collaboration with the Program Director Musical Theatre Professor in needs of growth for the Musical Theatre Program
• Advisor for students in the BFA in Musical Theatre program
• Serves on committees and/or conducts other university service responsibilities
• Maintain professional and academic national standing
• Musical Director for 1 production per academic year or other leadership role as needed and assigned by the GTA Artistic Director. Receives 3 credits of release time for the semester the show is produced or the leadership position is needed. If not applied, pick up 3 credit hours of classes.
• Support fellow faculty members including those within the Gainesville Theatre Alliance structure (GTA).
• Attend and participate in faculty meetings with both Brenau and Gainesville Theatre Alliance (GTA).
• Recruit for the Theatre Department & Brenau. Help set Theatre Talent Scholarship amounts for BFA Musical Theatre students. Collaborate with Admissions & Financial Aid offices to send letters of award. Piano skills utilized for auditions into our program.
• Other duties as assigned by the Chair.

Supervisory Responsibilities

No supervisory responsibilities required.

Work Hours

Full-time. 37.5 hours per week. Generally, Monday-Friday from 8:30 a.m.- 5:00 p.m. Hours may be extended to meet the needs of the department. Nights/weekends as needed.

Appointment Length

9 months, continuous (dates)

Environmental and Working Conditions/ Physical Demands and Aptitudes

Mostly Sedentary work. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment related to teaching. Prolonged periods sitting and standing. worker is required to have close visual acuity to grade papers, viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Must have the ability to travel short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials. Exerting up to 15 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Some repetitive motion.

Title IX Implications

Responsible employee Any employee who is not a confidential employee. Brenau University requires that all Responsible Employees MUST report any possible sexual harassment or discrimination based on sex to the Title IX Coordinator when the employee has information about conduct that reasonably may constitute sex discrimination or sex-based harassment under Title IX or this part. Employees are encouraged to report these concerns in writing via email. When an employee or a student (or a person who has a legal right to act on behalf of a student) informs any employee (including both Responsible and Confidential employees) of the employee's or student's pregnancy or related conditions, that employee must promptly provide that person with the Title IX Coordinator's contact information and inform that person that the Title IX Coordinator can coordinate specific actions to prevent sex discrimination and ensure the employee's or student's equal access to the Recipient's education program or activit