Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Music Education (Beginning August 2026)
Millersville UniversityDepartment: Music
Nature of Position: Tenure-Track
Job Summary/Basic FunctionJoin Our Team at Millersville University!The Tell School of Music in the College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences welcomes applications for a full-time, tenure-track assistant professor position beginning August 2026.About the position:Responsibilities include teaching, advising students, engaging in scholarly or creative work, and providing service to the department and university. Actual assignments will depend upon department needs. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in music education, including elementary and secondary general music methods and music theory fundamentals, all grounded in the Kodly approach. Responsibilities include supervising student teachers in K-12 placements, coordinating the Music Education area, serving as liaison to the College of Education, and representing the program on the Teacher Education Council. The role also involves organizing Music Education Advisory Board meetings. It may include additional teaching duties based on the candidates qualifications (e.g., applied lessons, class voice, general education music courses, early childhood music).A complete application comprises the following:- A Cover Letter summarizing how the applicants education and experience match the required qualifications of the position.
- A current Curriculum Vitae.
- A Teaching Philosophy that includes a discussion of the applicants experience in working with diverse populations of students.
- A summary of Scholarly and/or Creative Activity Plan outlining a 3-5 year agenda involving undergraduate students.
- Copies of registrar-issued unofficial transcripts for all degrees conferred and in progress (the successful candidate will be required to provide registrar-issued official transcripts from the issuing institution(s) directly to the Provosts Office by the start date).
- Three current letters of reference (applicant to submit names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of individuals who will be contacted to upload current letters of reference directly to a confidential website).
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials well in advance of the closing date to allow sufficient time for their references to respond. If you choose to provide additional documentation, please upload these items as optional documents.Please do not link your application to the position until you have uploaded all required documents and any optional documents you wish to provide. You will not be able to change the materials submitted or upload any new additional materials after the application process has been completed and you receive a confirmation number.Salary and BenefitsPosition Salary: Salary and rank are commensurate with qualifications as well as aligned with the details contained in the Collective Bargaining Agreement and the Millersville University Promotion Statement.
Plus a generous benefits package designed to support your well-being and future:- Comprehensive Health Coverage - Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Group Life Insurance
- Retirement Plans - Choose from two excellent options
- Tuition Waiver - Invest in your education or your familys
- Paid Time Off - Vacation, sick leave, and holidays to recharge
- Full Benefits Summary (PDF)
Why Millersville?Nestled in beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University is a proud member of Pennsylvanias State System of Higher Education. Were known for:- Strong student-faculty connections
- 70+ undergraduate and 24 graduate programs
- A stunning campus and vibrant community
- Outstanding job placement for graduates
With over 66,000 alumni across the globe, our impact is far-reaching-and growing.Our Mission & Values:At Millersville, we live by our EPPIIC values of Exploration, Public Mission, Professionalism, Inclusion, Integrity, and Compassion. We are deeply committed to Inclusive Excellence-creating a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone can thrive.Equal Opportunity for All:Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.The State System Employee Benefits Summary for faculty can be found at: https://www.passhe.edu/inside/HR/LR/Documents/APSCUF_July2019-June2023.pdf.Required Qualifications- Terminal degree (Ph.D., D.M.A., Ed.D.) or two masters degrees relevant to the field, required for appointment at the Assistant Professor rank. One of the masters degrees must be in music education or a closely related field (Music Performance, Conducting, Music Pedagogy, Curriculum & Instruction with vocal/instrumental focus).
- Kodly Pedagogy Certification from an OAKE-endorsed program or the Kodly Institute, Liszt Academy (Hungary), or a masters degree with a Kodly Pedagogy emphasis.
- Demonstrated knowledge of and experience teaching public school general music in K-12 settings using the Kodly approach.
- Knowledge of additional pedagogical approaches such as Orff Schulwerk, Dalcroze Eurhythmics, and Gordons Music Learning Theory.
- Commitment to inclusive teaching practices and working with diverse student populations.
- Ability to supervise and mentor student teachers across K-12 vocal and instrumental settings.
- Ability to teach Language of Music (music fundamentals) according to the Kodly Concept.
- Capacity to serve as liaison to the College of Education.
- Proficiency in functional piano to support classroom instruction.
- Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
- Successful interview.
- Successful teaching demonstrations.
- Successful completion of three background checks.
Preferred Qualifications- Evidence of 3 years of K-8 public school general music teaching experience.
- Ability to teach applied voice lessons.
- Ability to teach general education music courses such as Early Childhood Music, Music and Culture, and Popular Music.
- Evidence of successful teaching at the college or university level.
Job DescriptionEssential FunctionsPlease Note: These duties are to be performed with or without an accommodation. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).- Work is normally performed in a typical interior/classroom environment.
- Teach courses face-to-face at the higher education level using lectures, demonstrations, class discussion, using online tools and/or equipment and/or other appropriate tools appropriate modes of education delivery.
- Speak in a clear voice and hear spoken words.
- Read and write the written word and higher-level statistics/mathematics.
- Manage classroom activities.
- Record and calculate grades, prepare course outline and syllabus, develop course and lesson plans, engage in the selection of appropriate textbooks and other teaching aids necessary to the delivery of instruction.
- Use computer for email, obtain information on websites, prepare class documents, grade papers, submit final grades online and other duties related to teaching and advising students and serving the department, college, university and community.
- No or very limited exposure to physical risks.
- Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.
To apply, please visit: https://jobs.millersville.edu/postings/13524jeid-aa466781a115c94d91bc292580b033c7
