East Tennessee State University is hiring: Adjunct Faculty, General Music Educat

Adjunct Faculty, General Music Education

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Position Information
Job Title: Adjunct Faculty, General Music Education
Department: Music - 21500
Pay Grade: 1
Job Category: Adjunct Faculty

Job Summary
The East Tennessee State University Department of Music is seeking an adjunct faculty member to teach music education courses focused on general/elementary music beginning in the fall 2025 semester. Courses will include general music methods, elementary music methods, and other music education courses based on the candidate’s skill set. Candidates may also teach in other areas, such as music theory, aural skills, conducting, ensemble, or applied lessons. Candidates should clearly explain their skill sets and abilities in other areas (if applicable) in the cover letter.

Salary: $1000 per credit for faculty with a doctorate degree; $900 per credit for faculty with a master’s degree. The expected load in the first year is to be no less than 6 credits each semester. Additional courses are added if qualified. Faculty may also teach private lessons in the Community Music School.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum of earned master’s degree in music education or related field.
• Evidence of successful studio teaching at the secondary and/or collegiate level.
• Evidence of ongoing performance as a professional musician.

Preferred Qualifications

• The ability to work with other faculty in a collegial and professional manner.
• Interest in building relationships with community arts organizations, professional musicians, and other ensembles in the region/state.

East Tennessee State University is an AA/EEO employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, veteran status, or age in its programs and activities.