Assistant Professor of Instruction in Music Education (Music Education and Student Teaching Coordinator)

About the role

The School of Music at Texas State University seeks an engaging, creative, collaborative, and dedicated educator to serve as a non-tenure-track, assistant professor of instruction of Music Education (Student Teaching Coordinator). The successful candidate will provide leadership in two primary areas: music education and coordination of the music student teaching program. The position is designed as a balanced assignment (50% administrative/50% instructional) that supports both the preparation of future music educators and the successful administration and supervision of student teaching experiences across all specialization areas.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate the music student/clinical teaching program, including managing student/clinical teaching placements, communicating with the College of Education, collaborating with cooperating teachers and university supervisors, organizing seminars, and overseeing program policies, procedures, and assessment processes.
• Teach undergraduate courses in music education in area of specialization (courses may include Marching Band Techniques, Instrumental Performance Literature, Instrumental Arranging, Music Teaching in various Classroom Contexts, or Foundations of Music Education).
• Supervise and mentor student/clinical teachers in field placements.
• Participate in recruitment, retention, accreditation, and assessment efforts within the Music Education area and the School of Music.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Director of the School of Music.

Qualifications

The university seeks candidates whose professional backgrounds include strong organizational skills, a history of effective communication, dedication to an effective team, and a willingness to be part of a university community.