Department: Sunderman Cons. of Music

Is Tenure Track: No

Job Summary

The Sunderman Conservatory of Music at Gettysburg College invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor/Instructor of Music Education (1-year appointment) beginning in Fall 2025. We seek a teacher-scholar with expertise in Elementary and Secondary General Music. Preference will be given to those with expertise in choral conducting and methods, and classroom piano. Opportunities may also arise to teach courses in early childhood education, English language learners, and accessible education and adaptive learning; therefore, expertise in one or more of these areas is also welcome. Teaching load for this position will be the equivalent of six courses annually.

Qualifications

Candidates must demonstrate the potential to successfully teach a foundational course in music education, courses in elementary and secondary general music, classroom piano for music majors, and music student teaching seminar. Candidates will supervise music student teachers in the field and will assist in coordinating the music education program.

Candidates may also have the opportunity to teach other courses in music, educational studies, or courses in the Gettysburg Curriculum. Music course descriptions are accessible here: https://www.gettysburg.edu/academic-programs/sunderman-conservatory/

Candidates must demonstrate a commitment to inclusive excellence in undergraduate teaching and a proven understanding of the ideals and goals of a liberal arts education. Successful relevant school teaching experience is required. Preference will be given to candidates who can demonstrate in their pedagocial practices how they cultivate a sense of belonging among diverse student groups. Masters degree required for appointment at the rank of instructor; completed doctorate required for appointment at the rank of assistant professor.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Please submit a letter of application, statement of teaching philosophy, curriculum vitae, and current email and contact information for three professional references. Inquiries should be addressed to the Search Committee Chair: Dr. James Day, jday@gettysburg.edu, Director of the Sunderman Conservatory of Music. Review of complete applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

EEO Statement

Gettysburg College, an equal opportunity employer, complies with all applicable federal, state, local laws and regulations regarding nondiscrimination. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and admission. The College prohibits discrimination and harassment, and provides equal opportunity without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital/familial status, possession of a General Education Development Certificate (GED) as compared to a high school diploma, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, sex, age, or genetic information in all aspects of employment, educational programs, activities, and admissions. Pursuant to Title IX of the Education Amendment of 1972, Gettysburg College prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex (i.e., which includes but is not limited to the prohibition of sexual misconduct and relationship violence, including sexual assault and harassment) in all of its educational programs and activities.

Posting Number: 20100215F

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