Assistant Professor of Instrumental Music Education

Monmouth University West Long Branch, NJ Full-time Education

Posted on April 11, 2024

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Monmouth University

Assistant Professor of Instrumental Music Education

Department: Music And Theatre Arts

Position Summary:
The Music and Theatre Arts Department of Monmouth University seeks an outstanding candidate with a strong record of teaching, recruiting, research, and/or music performance for a tenure-track faculty appointment in Music Education to begin in the fall semester of 2024.

Candidate must have a terminal degree (Ph.D, D.M.A, D.M.E.) in Music Education with three (3) or more years of K-12 teaching experience. ABD candidates will be considered with evidence of degree completion before the beginning of the Fall 2024 semester. A history of teacher preparation and training or certifications in Dalcroze, Kodaly, Orff-Schulwerk, Suzuki methods, and/or multicultural music education will be viewed favorably. An ability to use educational technologies is expected.

Primary responsibilities will include: 1) curriculum development; 2) teaching general and secondary music education courses; 3) maintaining currency with teacher licensure requirements & Praxis exam preparation; 4) interfacing with the Monmouth University School of Education in coordinating fieldwork and supervising student teachers; and 5) developing and maintaining strong working relationships with local, regional, state, and national music communities.

Other duties include: advising student research, academic advising, maintaining an active program of research and scholarly publication, participating in department and university-wide committees, and university service. Candidates may combine applied instrumental teaching, methods courses, ensemble directing, or other relevant course work with music education courses to fulfill a course load.

The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work with Monmouth University's Grammy Affiliate program, our production facilities at Lakehouse Studios in Asbury Park, and in initiatives associated with Monmouth University's Bruce Springsteen Archives and Center for American Music.

This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remote position.

For additional information about the department, please visit: https://www.monmouth.edu/department-of-music-and-theatre-arts/

Required Degree, License or Certifications:
Doctoral degree, ABD candidates may be considered with degree completion expected by date of employment

Required Skills or Software:

Required Years of Experience: 3

Other Requirements:

Terminal degree (Ph.D, D.M.A, D.M.E.) in Music Education. ABD candidates will be considered with evidence of degree completion before the beginning of the Fall 2024 semester.
Three (3) or more years of K-12 teaching experience
Ability to use educational technologies

Preferred Qualifications:

Log in to http://jobs.monmouth.edu to apply and see the job duties for this position no later than the deadline date.

Posting Date: 01/09/2024
Closing Date:

Located along New Jerseys northern coastline, Monmouth University is a top-tier, private comprehensive institution that is home to innovative academic programs, expert faculty, and nationally ranked Division I athletics. The University enrolls approximately 5,000 students in 62 undergraduate and graduate degree programs, including four doctoral programs.

Small classes geared toward individual attention and immersive learning experiences that extend beyond the classroom, define the student experience at Monmouth. The University's dynamic learning environment empowers students to become active participants in their education while fully preparing them for life after graduation. Monmouth's faculty, experts in their respective disciplines and industries, foster student growth by collaborating with undergraduates and graduates in their research and scholarship.

Approximately one hour from New York City and Philadelphia, Monmouth University sits at the heart of a vibrant culture rich in history, the arts, technology, and entrepreneurship. The University's 170-acre coastal campus has been named one of the most beautiful in the world, and blends the classic elegance of National Historic Landmarks with state-of-the-art facilities.

A multitude of experiences is available just outside the campus gates. Access Asbury Parks legendary music scene and diverse cultural opportunities supported by an active LGBTQ+ community. Enjoy Red Bank's lively theater and dining hub and Long Branch's redeveloped waterfront with recreational and upscale shopping offerings.

Founded in 1933 as Monmouth Junior College, the institution became Monmouth College in 1956 and received its university charter in 1995. Today, Monmouth University is listed in U.S. News & World Report's "Best Colleges" in the Regional Universities North category, is listed in The Princeton Review's "The Best 389 Colleges: 2024 Edition", Money magazine's "Best Colleges in America 2023," Forbes' "America's Top Colleges 2023", and is recognized in Washington Monthly's annual college guide and rankings.

Monmouth University is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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