Assistant Professor – Instrumental Music Education

Music: Assistant Professor to teach undergraduate courses in music education, including foundation courses in the discipline; woodwind methods or brass methods; supervise student teachers and coordinate clinical experiences in public schools; advise students; maintain an active agenda of scholarly and creative achievement; provide service to the institution and to the profession. Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair.

The Department of Music at Miami University is housed within the College of Creative Arts, a division that also comprises the departments of Architecture + Interior Design, Art, Emerging Technology in Business and Design (ETBD), and Theatre. The department has a long history of preparing professional music educators, scholars, composers, and performers. We foster a comprehensive music curriculum served by a group of dedicated and passionate artist-teachers. Miami University is committed to cultural diversity and the ability to work with diverse individuals and groups.

Required: Doctorate in Music Education by time of appointment. A minimum of three years teaching band in public schools (K-12).

Consideration may be given to candidates with demonstrated success teaching at the college level.

Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, narrative summary of current and future research interests and a one-page diversity statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to advancing diversity, equity, and inclusion through research, teaching, and/or service to https://jobs.miamioh.edu/cw/en-us/job/499503/assistant-professor-instrumental-music-education. Department will request letters of recommendation from references listed in the application. Other material may be requested at a later date such as examples of scholarly writing. Inquiries may be directed to Gary Speck, Chair of the Search Committee, at speckga@miamioh.edu. Screening of applications will begin December 10, 2021 and will continue until the position is filled.

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