Visiting Asst Professor of Choral Music
Definition of Classification :
The University of Redlands Conservatory of Music seeks an outstanding choral conductor and educator to teach one choral ensemble, musicianship, and choral music education courses.
The one-year appointment begins September 2024 and has the possibility of renewal for up to six years.
A master’s degree is required, a doctorate and college teaching experience are preferred. A strong commitment to undergraduate teaching is expected, with a teaching assignment of eight courses per academic year.
The successful applicant will demonstrate excellence in teaching, engagement in an undergraduate liberal arts education, creativity, and a commitment to meeting the educational needs of an increasingly diverse student population.
The University of Redlands values applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds. Applicants are asked to identify their strengths and experiences in assisting diverse student populations to accomplish curricular goals.
The University of Redlands Conservatory of Music is part of the School of Performing Arts and the College of Arts and Sciences, offering the Bachelor of Arts in Music, Bachelor of Music in Composition, Performance, and Music Education, and Master of Music degrees in Performance, Composition, Conducting, Vocal Chamber Music, Pedagogy, and Kódaly Pedagogy.
Qualifications Guidelines
Any combination equivalent to, but not limited to, the following :
Experience / Training / Education :
Required
- Master’s degree.
- Experience teaching and mentoring a diverse group of students.
Preferred
- A doctorate degree.
- College teaching experience.
Physical Requirements / Working Conditions :
Working Conditions :
Standard classroom / office setting. Duties performed are primarily in a classroom / office environment while sitting at a desk or computer workstation or in meetings.
At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.
Physical Demands :
- Incumbents regularly sit for long periods; walk short distances on a regular basis; may travel to various locations to attend meetings and conduct work;
- use hands and fingers to operate an electronic keyboard or other office machines; reach with hands and arms; climb stairs;
- stoop or kneel or crouch to file; speak clearly and distinctly to answer telephones and to provide information; see to read fine print and operate computer;
hear and understand voices over telephone and in person; and lift, carry and / or move objects weighing up to 20 pounds.