Assistant Professor, Music and Director of Athletic Bands Position Available In Guilford, North Carolina
Tallo's Job Summary: High Point University is seeking an Assistant Professor of Music and Director of Athletic Bands for a full-time 10-month faculty position. Responsibilities include teaching two courses per semester, directing athletic bands, coordinating band activities, maintaining a research program, and participating in recruitment and retention initiatives. Qualifications include a Master's degree in music, experience in athletic band directing, and effective communication skills.
Job Description
High Point University’s Department of Music invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Music – Director of Athletic Bands. This is a full-time 10-month faculty position. The qualified candidate will teach two courses each semester; serve as Director of Athletic Bands; work closely with the Department of Music and Athletics to coordinate pep/marching band activities; maintain a research program (creative works); engage in department/school/university service; participate in recruitment and retention initiatives; and advise music majors.
QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED
Masters degree in music; Doctorate in Music preferred. Experience as an athletic band director or assistant director, preferably at the university level Experience teaching at the college/university level Evidence of a program of creative works or scholarship Effective communication, leadership, and team building skills Evidence of a student-centered approach to education Collaborator and team player who can thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
RESPONSIBILITIES
This is a 10-month position with summer duties related to activities connected to Director of Athletic Bands, particularly in recruitment Serve as Director of Athletic Bands with emphasis on program growth Teach two undergraduate courses each semester (8 credits adjusted) related to the candidate’s area of expertise. Participate in departmental and university service Student advising and progress monitoring For more information regarding this position please contact Dr. Marc Foster, Chair, Professor, and Director of Choral Activities at mfoster@highpoint.edu. At High Point University the faculty and staff are devoted to ensuring every student receives an extraordinary education in an inspiring environment with caring people. High Point University is a God, family and country school. High Point University does not sponsor H1-B Visas. High Point University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, religion, sex, age, disability, genetic information or veteran status and other legally protected statuses. The University encourages all applicants to apply.
