At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have2
PhD or other terminal degree in music education or a related field; ABD considered
Experience teaching at the college or university level
Nice to have5
Experience administering university-level music education programs
3 years of K-12 music education experience
Experience conducting an instrumental ensemble
Experience working with a diverse student population
Involvement in national, state, and regional professional music organizations
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Type of Position:
Faculty - Tenure/Tenure Track
Workstudy Position:
No
Job Type:
Regular
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Sponsorship Available:
No
Institution Name:
University of Arkansas at Little Rock
The University of Arkansas at Little Rock is a metropolitan research university that provides an accessible, quality education through flexible learning and unparalleled internship opportunities. At UA Little Rock, we prepare our more than 8,900 students to be innovators and responsible leaders in their fields. Committed to its metropolitan research university mission, UA Little Rock is a driving force in Little Rock’s thriving cultural community and a major component of the city and state’s growing profile as a regional leader in research, technology transfer, economic development, and job creation.
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Department:
Music
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Summary of Job Duties:
The Music Program, housed within the School of Literary and Performing Arts (SLPA) at the University of Arkansas at Little Rock, invites applications for a nine-month, tenure-track position as Assistant Professor/Director of Music Education, with a secondary emphasis in instrumental performance and/or conducting. This position will administer the music education program, which includes advising music education majors, serving as a liaison between the Music Program and School of Education, observing student teachers, and cultivating positive relationships with area K-12 music educators and school district staff. The successful candidate will participate in recruitment to promote the growth of the Music Program.
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The School of Literary and Performing Arts is committed to providing a learning environment that prepares students to be artists, educators and innovators for the 21st century. This position is governed by state and federal laws, and agency/institution policy.
Qualifications:
Required Education and Experience
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PhD or other terminal degree in music education or a related field; ABD considered;
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Experience teaching at the college or university level.
Preferred Education and Experience
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Experience administering university-level music education programs;
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3 years of K-12 music education experience;
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Experience conducting an instrumental ensemble;
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Experience working with a diverse student population;
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Involvement in national, state, and regional professional music organizations.