A Music Teacher teaches music classes in elementary to secondary school, or recreationally. May teach general music or specialize in voice or vocal, piano, violin, guitar, band, conductor, or choir instruction.
Thank you for your interest in employment with Louisiana Tech University. Louisiana Tech University invites applications for a full-time, non-tenure-track Visiting Instructor of Music, Voice Specialist. This is a nine-month faculty position with an anticipated starting date of September 1, 2026. In addition to assisting in the administration of the Voice Area, the candidate will teach voice lessons and other topics matching the candidate's interest and expertise. This position will also require recruiting students.
Qualifications:
Master's degree in voice performance or comparable degree required; DMA/ABD or comparable degree preferred. Those who are skilled in Tenor/Baritone/Bass ranges and repertoire preferred, but all voice types are encouraged to apply. Evidence of performance excellence and teaching experience strongly preferred, as is the ability to work and teach in both bel canto and popular styles (pop/rock, jazz, country, musical theatre). The successful candidate will be able to teach applied lessons in voice performance to a range of majors and non-majors. In addition, the candidate will teach a voice studio class and assist in organizing the Voice Studio Recital and vocal juries once a quarter. The candidate may also be asked to teach group voice classes for non-majors and/or other courses for which they may be qualified. Please upload the following application materials as one file to
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Cover letter in which the candidate outlines their qualifications for the position A current curriculum vitae Contact information for three professional references (including current e-mail address and telephone number) Links to audio/video recordings of performances and teaching demonstrations by the candidate Louisiana Tech is an Equal Opportunity and ADA Employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment that values diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including veterans and persons with disabilities.
Posting Close Date:
This position will remain open until filled.
Please Note:
Applications must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on the Job Closing Date to ensure consideration. Note to
Applicant:
Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials. References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process. This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire. As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at the Louisiana Tech University may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks. Louisiana Tech offers students an unparalleled educational experience in its 79 undergraduate majors, 32 master's degree programs, and nine doctoral programs. Founded in 1894, the University has been recognized as one of America's Top Colleges in Forbes and as the No. 1 college in the state of Louisiana for value in Kiplinger's. The University has been ranked as a Top Tier research university in US News and World Report for 10 years, and is the only university in the state of Louisiana to be recognized in the Times Higher Education (THE) 2020 University Impact Rankings for its commitment to sustainable development. The University has a history of and commitment to creating programs that are the first in their fields, like biomedical and cyber engineering. Louisiana Tech's partnerships with business, government and the military help create both academic programs and job development in the I-20 Cyber Corridor. Louisiana Tech is an economic driver for our region and state, and our campus is a home for new and growing enterprises. This connection to innovation impacts our academic programs and provides job opportunities for our students in fields like cybersecurity and engineering. The traditional core campus of approximately 280 acres connects with the Enterprise Campus, a home for new and growing enterprises and to the heart of Ruston. Louisiana Tech and the City of Ruston continue to work hand in hand to create a healthier and more environmentally responsible community by developing safe pedestrian paths, lighting, sustainable landscaping, bicycle paths and more. Louisiana Tech University adheres to the equal opportunity provisions of federal and civil rights laws, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, marital status or disability. Louisiana Tech University is a SAME agency. Mortissa Harvey -
