Instructor of Music (Applied)

Ball State University; Muncie (IN); On-site; USD 5,600 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

Ball State University in Muncie, Indiana invites applications for ongoing part-time semester faculty appointments to teach applied music coursework on campus. The primary assignment includes teaching applied lessons, coaching chamber music, and conducting ensembles, with additional duties as assigned by the School of Music Director.

Minimum qualifications include a master's degree from an accredited institution and a demonstrated history of professional activity in the field, plus the ability to

Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university and a documented history of professional activity in the area of assignment.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain quality students on the collegiate level, exceptional creative/scholarly background.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied lessons, coach chamber music, or conduct ensembles, along with other duties as assigned by the Director of the School of Music.

Skills

Applied music

Recruitment

Creative scholarship

Education

Master's degree in Music

Job description

Position Title

Instructor of Music (Applied)

Compensation

$500 - $9,000

Department

School of Music - Temp

Start Date

08/17/2026

About this opportunity

The School of Music at Ball State University invites applications for ongoing part-time semester faculty appointments to teach applied music coursework in an on-campus environment.

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

What you'll do and what you'll bring

Job Description

The primary assignment will initially include teaching applied lessons, coaching chamber music, or conducting ensembles, along with other duties as assigned by the Director of the School of Music.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree from an accredited college or university and a documented history of professional activity in the area of assignment.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain quality students on the collegiate level, exceptional creative/scholarly background.

For inquiries regarding these opportunities, please contact:

Dr. Franklin Larey, Director School of Music, [e-mail]

Applications will be accepted through June 20, 2026, at 12:01 AM.