Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre

Ball State University; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 53,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre to join a nationally recognized BFA program. This role emphasizes collaborative teaching and curriculum development, focusing on nurturing students into well-rounded performers. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in voice training and a commitment to inclusive pedagogies. Responsibilities include teaching, mentorship, and contributing to the vibrant musical theatre community. This is a unique opportunity to shape the next generation of artists while working within a supportive and innovative educational environment.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in voice or musical theatre or equivalent experience required.
• Experience teaching voice in a musical theatre context is essential.

Responsibilities

• Teach voice students and lead master classes in a competitive curriculum.
• Mentor upper-level students for showcases and auditions.

Skills

Voice Teaching

Musical Theatre Knowledge

Piano Skills

Collaboration

Mentorship

Education

Master's Degree in Voice or Musical Theatre

Master's Degree in Theatre

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

For nominations and questions about this opportunity, please contact Kyla McKillip, Senior Administrative Specialist to the Associate Vice President for People and Culture, at [e-mail].

Position Title: Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre

About this Opportunity:

Ball State University seeks an individual with a commitment to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and entrepreneurial learning practices as a musical theatre voice teacher within a nationally recognized BFA program in musical theatre. The successful candidate will be an accomplished artist and educator who will play an active role in the crafting of curriculum, recruitment of students, and building connections within the discipline that will further enhance the opportunities presented to our students during and after their matriculation.

Ball State’s BFA musical theatre option offers an innovative and demanding training curriculum consisting of rigorous and varied coursework, a strong foundation in voice training, and an emphasis on developing triple threats who also possess strong musicality, sight singing, and piano skills. Applicants should also be committed to inclusive pedagogies in their teaching, scholarship, and artistry.

Salary: Salary and benefit packages for this position are competitive, with the salary for this opportunity beginning at $53,000 annually.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teaching voice students and affiliated master classes in a highly competitive BFA musical theatre curriculum.
• Serving as an accompanist/pianist for classes, productions, showcases, and other events connected to the musical theatre curriculum.
• Recruitment for the BFA musical theatre program.
• Mentorship and coaching of upper-level students in conjunction with showcases and professional auditions.
• Collaboration with colleagues on the vision, design, and management of the musical theatre program.
• Work as a musical director, director, coach, or actor in assigned departmental productions.
• A dedication and commitment to helping foster and cultivate overall student success.
• Creating an active and tenure-worthy professional profile in the area of musical theatre.
• Fulfilling service obligations, including assigned committee work at the Department, College, and University level.
• Working in collaboration with theatre and dance faculty, staff, and students in facilitating the theatre and dance production program at Ball State University.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in voice, musical theatre, or related discipline or equivalent professional experience completed by date of employment.
• Eight months (one academic year) of experience as a voice teacher within the area of musical theatre.
• Eight months (one academic year) of teaching experience at the university/college level.

Authorization to work in the US: Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in theatre or related discipline completed by date of employment.
• Twenty-four months (three academic years) of teaching experience at the university/college level.
• Ability to serve as a pianist for class and/or a musical director within production work when needed.
• Experience or related expertise that would allow the candidate to teach one or more of the following additional musical theatre courses: sight singing, basic musicianship, introductory acting and singing actor courses, ensemble singing.
• The potential to serve the musical theatre area in a leadership position.
• Substantial experience as an artist, performer, musical director, or director on Broadway or in major Regional Theatre venues.
• Connections and recognitions within the professional musical theatre industry.

Required Certifications/Licensures: Pre-Employment Screening requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.

EEO Statement: Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status.

Posting Number: 202401407F

Number of Vacancies: 1

Desired Start Date: 08/11/2025

Posting Date: 11/27/2024

Applications Accepted Through Date: Open Until Filled

Consideration Date: To ensure full consideration, applications must be received by 01/31/2025.

Information regarding transcripts: The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire.

Special Instructions Summary: For nominations and questions about this opportunity, please contact Kyla McKillip, Senior Administrative Specialist to the Associate Vice President for People and Culture, at [e-mail].

Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter: In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description.