Instructor of Music (Music Education and Assistant Band Director)
Winthrop University

Job Info

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Instructor of Music (Music Education and Assistant Band Director)

Location:
Rock Hill, SC
Open Date:
Mar 19, 2024
Description:
Winthrop University, a highly ranked, public, comprehensive university, announces a search for a one-year, full time, non-tenure track position, as Instructor of Music (Music Education and Assistant Band Director) in the Department of Music within the College of Visual and Performing Arts. The assignment commences in academic year 2024-2025, and subsequent assignments are determined on a year-to-year basis. Primary duties include: Teach undergraduate instrumental music education courses as required (instrumental methods courses, conducting, marching band techniques, etc.); supervise student interns; conduct the Symphonic Band; teach, administer and direct the Basketball Pep Band; assist the Director of Bands in all aspects of the instrumental program; active involvement in meetings, professional development, university service,  committee work, and recruitment; possibility of graduate-level teaching. Other duties may be added depending on candidate expertise. Founded in 1886, Winthrop University in Rock Hill, South Carolina, offers its 6,000-plus undergraduate and graduate students an educational experience that blends liberal arts, professional programs, global awareness, and civic engagement. In its colleges of Business Administration, Arts and Sciences, Education, and Visual and Performing Arts, Winthrop embraces only those programs and activities that can be delivered at an exemplary level. Winthrop is well known for its inclusive and supportive campus environment, with University College supporting programs in both academic and student affairs. Winthrop University is achieving national stature as a competitive and distinctive co-educational, public, residential, comprehensive, values-oriented institution. The values of service, excellence, diversity, community, and leadership provide the foundation for Winthrop's continuing development and shape Winthrop's continuing success. Numerous national accolades reflect the sustained high quality and value of the Winthrop Experience, including the most recent U.S. News & World Report's ranking of Winthrop as one of the top-10 public comprehensive universities in the South. Winthrop is an active member of the Rock Hill community and recognized as a key component of the region's economic resurgence. Approximately 20 minutes from Charlotte, North Carolina, Winthrop has direct access to and is engaged in a broad and expansive regional business community. Winthrop's beautiful campus encompasses a rich architectural blend of neo-Georgian buildings and is included in the National Register of Historic Places. The attractive recreational and research complex area that surrounds Winthrop Lake is home to Winthrop's 18 Division I men's and women's sports.Winthrop University is committed to providing a safe campus community. Winthrop conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a student loan default check, a criminal history record check, and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.
Qualifications:
Required - Doctorate degree in music education or conducting (ABD acceptable), at least one advanced degree in music education (instrumental), teaching experience in an exemplary middle school or high school band program, and effective interpersonal skills and proven success working in a team-oriented environment. Preferred - successful experience teaching the courses mentioned below at the collegiate level.
Application Instructions:
Qualified and interested applicants are asked to apply via Interfolio and upload the following documents:

Letter of interestCurriculum vitaeUnofficial transcriptsContact information (phone number and email address) for three professional references

Questions may be addressed to Dr. Elisa Koehler, Chair of Music, koehlere@winthrop.edu or the Search Committee Chair, Julia McCallum, mccallumj@winthrop.edu
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Winthrop University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and does not discriminate against any individual or group of individuals on the basis of age, color, disability, gender, national origin, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status. Women, minorities, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

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