The Department of Music in the College of Arts and Sciences at Case Western Reserve University (CWRU) invites applications for an immediate Full-Time Lecturer in Music Education (instrumental) position starting Fall 2024.

Responsibilities: Duties will include teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in music education. The normal teaching load is 5 courses/year (2 one semester, 3 one semester). In addition to the teaching responsibilities, there is a departmental service role that includes mentoring instrumental music education students, recruiting for the orchestra and the music education program, and interfacing with local schools through guest clinics, observations, and the like. Appointment is for one year. Rank: Lecturer, non-tenure-track.

Requirements: Applicants must have at minimum A.B.D. status in a doctoral program in Music Education, a minimum of three years documented successful public school instrumental teaching experience, and a demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching. Preferred qualifications include a background in string pedagogy, classroom guitar, vernacular pedagogy, college teaching experience, and receipt of doctorate by the date of appointment.

About the Department of Music at CWRU: The successful candidate for this position will add to a vibrant team of music scholars, artists, and educators. CWRU and The Cleveland Institute of Music cooperate in a Joint Music Program, providing students with the advantages of both a conservatory and a major research university. The two institutions share a campus setting in University Circle, together with the Cleveland Orchestra, the Cleveland Museum of Art, the Music Settlement, and over twenty other cultural organizations. http://music.case.edu

Application: A letter of application that addresses teaching experience and philosophy of teaching, CV, scholarly writing sample, and recommendations from three referees should be submitted at apply.interfolio.com/149734. Applications should be received by July 30, 2024 to receive full consideration.

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