Job Title

Visiting Assistant Professor - Music

Department

Music Department JM

Worker Type

Temporary (Fixed Term)

Pay Type

Salary

Salary will be commensurate with the level of the position, education, and experience.

Benefit Eligible

Yes

Screening Date

2026-04-27

Job Description Summary

Miami University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Music Education to join an evolving music program committed to excellence in teaching, collaborating, and innovation.

Job Description

Miami University invites applications for a Visiting Assistant Professor in Music Education to join an evolving music program committed to excellence in teaching, collaborating, and innovation.

The successful candidate will:

Teach undergraduate music education courses as assigned, including foundational coursework such as Introduction to Music Education and instrumental method courses
Additional courses outside of the area of music education may be assigned based on departmental priorities and the candidate's expertise and interests
Supervise student teachers and coordinate clinical experiences in public school settings
Advise undergraduate students and contribute to a supportive learning environment
Serve as faculty advisor for the Collegiate NAfME chapter
Other duties as assigned by the Department Chair

About the Program

Miami University's music program is undergoing exciting growth, including the launch of a Bachelor of Arts in Music Industry with tracks in Music Production and Music Business. The theory curriculum plays a vital role in supporting both traditional and emerging pathways for students. For more information, visit:https://miamioh.edu/cca/departments/music/.

The Department of Music is an integral part of the College of Creative Arts.

The College of Creative Arts at Miami University is a dynamic, interdisciplinary community encompassing departments in art, architecture and interior design, emerging technology in business and design, music, and theatre, alongside a vibrant ecosystem of centers and institutes including the Institute for Innovation in Arts and Design, Fashion Institute, Armstrong Institute for Emerging Technology, and the Center for Community Engagement in Over-the-Rhine (Cincinnati), as well as the Richard and Carole Cocks Art Museum and a nationally recognized Performing Arts Series. The college takes an innovative, career-focused approach that integrates emerging technologies, entrepreneurship, and experiential learning. Through industry partnerships and cross-disciplinary collaboration, CCA prepares graduates to lead in the creative industries.

Minimum Qualifications

Master of Music or Master of Music Education by date of appointment

Consideration may be given to candidates with:

Doctorate in Music Education (ABD candidates will be considered)
Demonstrated success teaching music education at the collegiate level
Experience with curriculum development or program coordination
A student-centered approach to teaching and mentoring
Minimum of three years of successful K-12 instrumental teaching experience

Additional Position Information (if applicable)

Required Application Documents

Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae and Teaching Philosophy

Required Application Documents

Cover Letter and Curriculum Vitae

Special Instructions (if applicable)

NotApplicable

Additional Information

A criminal background check is required. All campuses are smoke- and tobacco-free campuses.

This organization participates in E-Verify.

Reasonable Accommodations
Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560. Questions and follow-ups regarding requests should also be directed here.

Miami University Values Statement
Miami University is a scholarly community whose members believe that a liberal education is grounded in qualities of character as well as of intellect. We respect the dignity of other persons, the rights and property of others, and the right of others to hold and express disparate beliefs. We believe in honesty, integrity, and the importance of moral conduct. We defend the freedom of inquiry that is the heart of learning and combine that freedom with the exercise of judgment and the acceptance of personal responsibility.

For more information on Miami University's mission and core values, please visit the Mission and Core Values webpage.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Statement
Miami University, an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, encourages applications from protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Miami University prohibits harassment, discrimination and retaliation on the basis of age (40 years or older), color, disability, gender identity or expression, genetic information, military status, national origin (ancestry), pregnancy, race, religion, sex/gender, status as a parent or foster parent, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, facilities, programs or employment practices. Requests for reasonable accommodations for disabilities related to employment should be directed to ADAFacultyStaff@miamioh.edu or 513-529-3560.

Clery Act
As part of the University's commitment to maintaining a healthy and safe living, learning, and working environment, we encourage you to read Miami University's Annual Security & Fire Safety Report at: http://www.MiamiOH.edu/campus-safety/annual-report/index.html, which contains information about campus safety, crime statistics, and our drug and alcohol abuse and prevention program designed to prevent the unlawful possession, use, and distribution of drugs and alcohol on campus and at university events and activities. This report also contains information on programs and policies designed to prevent and address sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence, and stalking. Each year, email notification of this website is made to all faculty, staff, and enrolled students. Written notification is also provided to prospective students and employees. Hard copies of the Annual Security & Fire Safety Report may be obtained from the Miami University Police Department at 513-529-2223.

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