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Job DescriptionDirector of Music Education and General/Elementary Music Education Specialist: Assistant Professor (12-month appointment)The Director of Music Education (DME) and General/Elementary Music Education Specialist is a 12-month appointment that teaches in the fall, spring, and summer semesters. The DME works with the Chair of the Department of Music and secondary music education faculty to coordinate and oversee the music education program (both instrumental and vocal majors, undergraduate and graduate students). The DME also serves as the liaison between the Department of Music and the Clemmer College of Education and Human Development. The DME ensures that all curriculum meets state licensure standards and NASM accreditation standards.
Teaching assignments will include undergraduate general and elementary music methods, materials, and pedagogy. Graduate classes will include concepts, history, and philosophy of music education, as well as special topics courses and overseeing Master's theses. Teaching assignment over the summer will include no less than three summer courses. The DME will coordinate with the College of Education to find qualified placements and supervisors for student teachers.
Required Qualifications- Earned doctorate in music, music education, or a related field
- Candidates should have a minimum of three years of teaching experience in general/elementary schools
Preferred Qualifications- Experience with team leadership is preferred
Compensation & BenefitsApplication Instructions- Exempt positions are required to be posted for a minimum of fourteen (14) calendar days. The closing date for this posting is subject to change without notice to applicants.
Documents needed to apply:- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Three (3) references
- Please include a link to a recorded teaching demonstration (15-30 minutes in length), preferably featuring a general or elementary music class
University OverviewEast Tennessee State University (ETSU) is an institution with over 14,000 diverse students highly ranked graduate and undergraduate programs. Located in the Southern Appalachian Mountains of Northeast Tennessee, ETSU serves as a hub for community, discovery, and service. Aligned with the institution's mission, we value efforts to engage in teaching, scholarship, creative activities, and service that involve community partners and address significant societal needs in our region and beyond. Recognized in 2024 as a
Great College to Work For, recent strategic initiatives prioritize the institution's focus on community engagement.
ETSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Disclaimer Statement:The Job Summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in this classification. It is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Management reserves the right to revise the job or require different tasks to be performed as assigned to reflect changes in the position. Employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily with or without reasonable accommodations. Job Info - Job Identification 775
- Job Category Faculty
- Posting Date 03/19/2026, 10:07 AM
- Degree Level Doctorate Degree
- Job Schedule Full time
- Locations 216 Sherrod Dr, Johnson City, TN, 37614, US
