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Assistant/Associate Professor Instrumental Music-Band Director

Employer
University of Mary Hardin-Baylor
Location
Texas, United States
Salary
Salary Not specified
Date posted
Feb 10, 2021

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Position Type
Faculty Positions, Arts, Music
Employment Level
Tenured/Tenured Track
Employment Type
Full Time


Assistant/Associate Professor Instrumental Music-Band Director

ID: 1421
Department: College of Visual and Performing Arts
Type:
Post Date: 10/27/2020
Position Available Date: N/A

Description
The University of Mary Hardin Baylor's College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks qualified faculty for its Instrumental Music Program beginning mid-July 2021 (10-month contract position), with initial appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor, commensurate with experience. UMHB seeks faculty who are active Christians and dedicated teacher-scholars to prepare students for leadership, service, and faith-informed discernment in a global society.

The Department of Music offers the following undergraduate degrees: Bachelor of Music in Music Education, Bachelor of Music in Performance, Bachelor of Music in Church Music, Bachelor of Arts in Music, and Bachelor of Arts in Music with an Emphasis in Music Business.

UMHB is conveniently located in Belton, a historic town of 22,000 in the heart of central Texas. Nearby cities are Temple (5 miles), Waco (45 miles), Austin (65 miles), San Antonio (130 miles) and Dallas/Ft. Worth (130 miles). Excellent schools, abundant cultural and recreational opportunities, and a high quality of life are hallmarks of the local community.

Faculty Responsibilities: Activities required of all faculty include exemplary teaching, curriculum development, student advising; professional attainment; and service to department, college, university, and the community.

Specific Responsibilities: Teach undergraduate course in the Department of Music as outlined below. The teaching load is typically 12 hours per semester.

1. Ensemble responsibilities to include all or part of the following: Wind Ensemble, Jazz Ensemble, and Athletic Bands.
  • The Wind Ensemble is the concert ensemble of the instrumental program. The ensemble performs a minimum of one concert each semester and performs a variety of repertoire that includes new music,
    classic standards, and chamber music.
  • The Jazz Ensemble performs multiple concerts throughout the year. The ensemble performs an eclectic variety of repertoire.
  • The Blackshirt Cru Spirit Band is the musical ambassador for the athletic program, primarily basketball and football. During the fall, the spirit band
    performs at all home football games and other related events. In the spring, the spirit band performs at most home men's and women's basketball games.
    2. Additional teaching assignments based on candidate's strengths and Program needs including, but not limited to: instrumental conducting, applied instruction, band/orchestra literature, etc.
    Qualifications: Master's degree from an accredited institution with at least 18 graduate hours in music is required; terminal degree in music is preferred. Tenure-track status requires a completed terminal degree in the field. Excellent teaching and communication skills, a dedication to professional attainment, and commitment to quality improvement are essential. Must be an active and committed Christian. Salaries and Benefits:
    Competitive salary commensurate with experience, excellent benefits including medical and dental insurance, retirement plan with match and UMHB tuition benefits for employees and their dependents.
    Application Deadline:
    Position will remain open until filled.
    To Apply:
    Please click the “Apply Now” link to apply for this position.

    Please submit a cover letter, CV, transcript copies, and evidence of quality teaching performance with your online application. Your letter of interest should also respond to UMHB's mission and values, found at http://about.umhb.edu/our-mission. In addition, include in one page or less, a description of your own Christian beliefs and commitments.

    Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled.

    For information regarding employment at the University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, please visit our Careers Site.


    To apply, visit https://umhb.applicantstack.com/x/detail/a2zc18oaqv9n $GUID$

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