Music, Assistant Professor, Assistant Director of University Bands

Alabama State University; Montgomery (AL); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Alabama State University’s College of Visual and Performing Arts invites applications for an experienced music educator to join as Assistant Professor of Music (tenure track) and Assistant Director of University Bands. The role supports the Might Marching Hornets and basketball pep band, with duties in arranging, conducting, and teaching within the music education curriculum.

The candidate will contribute to the program’s creative and scholarly mission, mentor student musicians, and collaborate

Qualifications

• M.Ed. in Music Education or M.M. in Music required.
• Ph.D. in Music Education or D.M.A. in Music preferred (ABD considered with stipulation for degree completion for tenure-track appointment).
• A minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience in instrumental music (concert band and marching band) at the high school, middle school, college/university, or combined levels.
• Strong musicianship and leadership in marching and concert band settings, with a deep commitment to student mentorship and development.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Bands with the Might Marching Hornets during the fall semester and the basketball pep band in the spring.
• Arrange music and write drills for the marching and concert ensembles; conduct for various concert groups; teach applied lessons or courses in the music education curriculum.
• Support daily operations of instrumental ensembles, including rehearsal, performances, and administrative logistics.
• Contribute to the artistic vision of the program and help develop innovative performances and community outreach.

Skills

Instrumental music teaching

Band conducting

Mentorship

Curriculum development

Education

M.Ed. in Music Education

M.M. in Music

Ph.D. in Music Education

D.M.A. in Music

Job description

Alabama State University, College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks an experienced music educator with a background of successful high school and/or college/university instrumental music teaching to fill the position of Assistant Professor of Music (tenure track) a& Assistant Director of University Bands. The successful candidate will assist the Director of Bands with the nationally recognized Might Marching Hornets during the fall semester and the basketball pep band during the spring semester, will assist with arranging music and writing drills for the Mighty Marching Hornets, serve as the conduct for various concert ensemble(s), and will teach applied lessons or other courses in the music education curriculum.

The Assistant Director of University Bands will assist the Director of University Bands with the daily operations (rehearsal, performance, and administrative logistics) of the instrumental music ensembles within the Department of Music, and reports to the Director of Bands and to the Chair of the Department of Music. The successful candidate will support the artistic vision and direction of the instrumental music program by assisting in the development and implementation of creative ideas and contributing to the program's public presence by helping to create innovative and engaging performances

As a tenure-track, full-time faculty member in the Department, the successful candidate will be expected to cultivate an active research and creativity activity portfolio, in addition to contributing to the areas of academic citizenship and community service. This position requires an extensive time commitment and willingness to collaborate across disciplines and departments on a variety of projects and events.

Faculty in the Department of Music teach a full 12-credit hour course load each semester, with additional instructional duties dependent on the secondary qualifications of the candidate and the needs of the department.

M.Ed. in Music Education or M.M. in Music required. Ph.D. in Music Education or D.M.A. in Music preferred (ABD considered with stipulation for degree completion for tenure-track appointment). A minimum of three (3) years of successful teaching experience in instrumental music (concert band and marching band) at the high school, middle school, college/university, or combined levels. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong musicianship, proven leadership n marching and concert band settings, and a deep commitment to student mentorship and development. We seek an individual who will energize the University Bands program, contribute meaningfully to the artistic and academic life of the College and inspire the next generation of music educators and performers studying at ASU.

We are especially interested in candidates who will help cultivate a collaborative, positive, and engaging learning environment for out student participating in instrumental music ensembles and enrolled in our music degree programs; who can contribute through their teaching and service, to the excellence of the University; who will work diligently to build relationships with area high school bands director to recruit students for the band music programs; and who is eager to lead various music education community outreach initiatives sponsored by the Department of Music.

EEOC STATEMENT:

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SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION:

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