Instructor or Assistant Professor of Choral Music Job at Arkansas State Universi

Instructor or Assistant Professor of Choral Music

Arkansas State University – Beebe, a two-year residential community college associated with the Arkansas State University System, invites applications for a full-time, promotion eligible, Instructor or Assistant Professor of Choral Music to begin August 2025. This is a 10-month faculty position.

The successful candidate will possess the skills to conduct the Chamber Singers and Singers Choirs and prepare a minimum of four performances each academic year with these ensembles. The candidate will also teach Applied Voice. Other duties could include teaching courses in Music Appreciation, Theory and Ear Training, and/or Music History, depending upon the strengths of the candidate.

The individual hired will:

• Direct the “Chamber Singers” and the “Singers” choirs.
• Engage in student recruitment and retention initiatives to support the choral and music program.
• Recruit to ensure a roster of at least 25 choral music students annually.
• Teach face-to-face, hybrid, and online course offerings as needed.
• Teach at our satellite locations as needed.
• Maintain a roster of advisees across many Arts & Humanities disciplines.
• Assist with curriculum development and review.
• Participate in course and program assessment.
• Serve on institutional committees.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong desire for teaching and community engagement rather than research and publishing.

Required Qualifications

Master’s degree in Music with an emphasis in Choral Conducting, Voice, or closely related field. Strong computer and technology skills.

Preferred Qualifications

One to three years teaching experience in secondary or post-secondary environments.

Minimum Salary or Salary Range

$42,694-$53,472

Background Check Requirements

This position will be subject to a pre-employment criminal, sex-offender registry background check. In cases where pre-determined, an additional financial/credit history/ background check may be required as well.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Arkansas State University-Beebe shall provide equal opportunity for employment to all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, and shall strive to achieve full and equal employment opportunity throughout our campuses for faculty and staff.

Documents Needed To Apply

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Teaching Philosophy
• Curriculum Vitae
• Unofficial Transcripts
• Links to Unedited Videos of Choral Conducting Performances

Optional Documents

• Other
• Proof of Veteran's Preference