Assistant Teaching Professor, Woodwinds

Northern Kentucky University; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Northern Kentucky University invites applications for an Assistant Teaching Professor in Woodwinds, with responsibilities including teaching a full undergraduate load of studio flute, oboe, clarinet, or bassoon and coordinating the Woodwind Area. The role emphasizes student-centered teaching and building a robust applied studio through performance activities and recruitment.

Qualified candidates will hold a Doctorate in Music or a Master of Music with exceptional experience; university teaching

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Music or Master of Music with commensurate exceptional experience.
• University-level teaching experience preferred (2+ years).
• Ongoing professional, creative, pedagogical, and/or scholarly engagement is required.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied studio flute, oboe, clarinet, or bassoon.
• Recruit and maintain a high-quality applied studio through teaching and performance.
• Coach woodwind chamber ensemble and other collaborative chamber music experiences.
• Coordinate the Woodwind Area.
• Secondary area teaching may include music theory, music history, aural skills, woodwind methods or other courses as assigned.
• Demonstrate commitment to student-centered teaching and to creating a supportive learning environment.

Skills

Applied teaching

Woodwind performance

Student mentorship

Team collaboration

Recruitment experience

Education

Doctorate in Music

Master of Music

Job description

Position Title: Assistant Teaching Professor, Woodwinds

Position Type: Regular

About the Role:

The School of the Arts at Northern Kentucky University invites applications for an Associate Teaching Professor position in one or more of the following applied areas; flute, clarinet, oboe or bassoon and Woodwind Area Coordinator within the Music Program, beginning Fall 2027. This position's main responsibilities are to teach a full undergraduate course load each semester (typically a combination of courses and applied lessons) and share curriculum oversight; maintain creative/ professional achievement; and service to the university and community. As a NASM accredited program, teaching responsibilities adhere to loads as prescribed by NASM. The School of the Arts at Northern Kentucky University offers a wide array of degree programs in the visual and performing arts. The Music Program within the School of the Arts offers a BME in Music Education (Choral/Vocal and Instrumental), a BM in Performance (Instrumental, Jazz Studies, Piano Pedagogy, and Voice) a BM in Composition (Traditional Composition or Commercial Music Production) and a BA in Music (Liberal Studies). The Music Program is a fully accredited institutional member of the National Association of Schools of Music. See the Music web site at music.nku.edu for additional information.

Job Details:

• Teach applied studio flute, oboe, clarinet, or bassoon
• Recruit and maintain a high-quality applied studio through teaching and performance activities.
• Coach woodwind chamber ensemble and other collaborative chamber music experiences
• Coordinate the Woodwind Area.
• Demonstrated ability and/or evidence to contribute effectively to one or more secondary areas.
• Secondary area teaching responsibilities may include music theory, music history, aural skills, woodwind methods or other courses as assigned.
• The Music Program is open to innovative and broad skill sets that may benefit our program in unexpected ways.
• In the applied area, evidence of effective applied teaching and mentoring of students should be present.
• Successful recruitment and retention in the private applied studio are an important point of consideration.
• Applicants should demonstrate a commitment to student-centered teaching and to creating a supportive learning environment for students with varied backgrounds, experiences, and professional goals.

Qualifications:

• Applicants should either possess a Doctorate in Music or a Master of Music degree with commensurate exceptional experience.
• Applicants should either possess a Doctorate in Music or a Master of Music degree with commensurate exceptional experience.
• Successful applicants will demonstrate the potential for a successful career in teaching and for sustained engagement in professional
• Evidence ofongoing professional, creative, pedagogical, and/or scholarly engagement appropriate to the position is required.
• Successful teaching at the university level (at least two years preferred) and sustained experience as a solo and ensemble performer is required.
• The candidate must remain current within the music discipline and apply continued knowledge towards course instruction, provide mentorship along with fellow faculty to music students, maintain office hours to be accessible to students and staff, submit mid-term and final grades according to University deadlines, and work cooperatively with all SOTA faculty.

Questions regarding the use of this website should be directed to the Human Resources Department at [e-mail]. Questions regarding the nature of the position should be directed to the search committee chair, Mr. William Brian Hogg.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:

Why Work at Northern Kentucky University At NKU, our work revolves around three things: opening doors, helping people finish what they start, and connecting learning to real life. Those pillars—Access, Completion, and Career & Engagement—aren’t just strategic-plan wallpaper. They shape how we hire, how we serve students, and how we show up for the region. If you want your work to matter—NKU is a place where you can see your impact every day. Introduce yourself and we’ll get in touch if there's a role that seems like a good match.

About NKU

Northern Kentucky University is a public, student-centered institution located just minutes from downtown Cincinnati. Our vision is clear: to be nationally recognized as a student-ready, regionally-engaged university that empowers diverse learners for economic and social mobility. We focus on opening doors, supporting students through graduation, and connecting learning to real opportunity in our region. NKU offers the reach of a comprehensive university with the feel of a close, collaborative campus.