The University of Alabama J. Frank Barefield Jr. College of Arts and Sciences School of Music seeks an innovative and dynamictenure-track faculty member in choral music education with proven achievement as a choral educator and a demonstrated record of successfulresearch. The ideal candidate has expertise in teaching, mentoring, and inspiring current and future choral educators and singers. Ademonstrated commitment to the role of highly trained conductor-educators in the 21st century should be an active part of the candidate'sbackground and experience. Candidates should show ability and desire to empower, advocate for, and value a broad range of students as shownthrough pedagogy, mentoring, and related activities.
The successful candidate will:
- Teach undergraduate- andgraduate-level choral methods and music education courses
- Conduct a choral ensemble
- Supervise choral studentinterns
- Actively recruit for the undergraduate and graduate choral music education degree programs
- Work closely with themusic education and choral faculty
- Maintain an active scholarly profile
- Advise students and direct studentresearch
- Serve on department and college-level committees
Other areas of teaching and conducting mayinclude:
- Other duties consistent with the candidate's interests and expertise
- Continue the development of a nationaland international reputation as a consummate choral conductor-educator and pedagogue, consistent with the expectations of a comprehensiveSchool of Music at a major research institution
There will be a preliminary Zoom screening of selected applicants. Selectedapplicants should be prepared to submit a representative research manuscript or a sample of scholarly writing that demonstrates research andacademic writing potential. Following Zoom screenings, selected candidates will be informed about in-person interviews. Priorityconsideration will be given to applications received by October 31.
The University of Alabama Music Education Program prepares futureteachers to bring music into school-aged people's lives. The training offered through the School of Music supports students as they acquiremastery of skills needed to thrive as a music educator in the 21st century. Music Education students participate in the finest ensembles inthe region and are supported through generous opportunities to practice their craft in the university environment and in the K-12classroom.
The University of Alabama Choral Program is known for promoting choral excellence and community through buildingindividual and ensemble musicianship. Rooted in a foundation of pedagogy, students involved in the UA Choral Program experience firsthandthe transformative power of singing together. The comprehensive choral area is positive, education-centered, and progressive in all areas ofthe choral arts, including pedagogy, programming, and curriculum.
The mission of The University of Alabama School of Music is topreserve and enhance the best traditions in our rich and varied musical heritage by providing a comprehensive music program that serves theeducational and artistic needs of the community, state, region, and beyond through teaching, performing, scholarship, and service.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- A PhD in Music Education is required (ABD will be considered with degree conferralin hand by August 15, 2027)
- A strong record as an effective choral educator with at least three years of full-time teachingexperience in the secondary (middle/high school) choral classroom
- Demonstrated achievement in scholarly/creative activities, with adefined record of successful research productivity
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience recruitingstudents
- A record of developing and maintaining vibrant connections with K-12 educators
