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Bookmark this Posting Print Preview Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details.Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Applicants should submit: 1. Letter of interest 2. Current resume 3. Transcripts of all post-secondary academic work 4. A list of three professional references with contact information (including email and phone number). 5. Candidates will need to submit video samples of large ensemble conducting. The preferred method is furnishing links to UnListed YouTube videos utilizing the Portfolio/Work Sample area of this application. 6. Finalists will be required to do a live interview on the Brenham Campus of Blinn College, which will include, but may not be limited to, a sample of private music instruction, a music theory teaching sample, conducting an ensemble rehearsal, and interviews/interaction with both college faculty and students. Blinn College does not reimburse any costs associated with travel for interviews.
Additional Request: It is imperative that a PDF of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts be attached to this application. Unofficial transcripts will suffice for the purpose of this application. Candidate selected will be required to present official transcript at the time of hiring. Thank you
This is a 10 month, benefits eligible position. Blinn College pays 100% of health insurance for full time employees, 50% for dependents, and two times your annual salary in life insurance benefits. Optional coverage's can begin on your first active duty date. If you would like to review insurance benefits in advance, you can access the New Employee Benefits Guide online, https:// www. ers.state.tx.us/New-Employee/Insurance/. Leave time includes 16 hours personal each year and 8 hours sick each month of contract. Paid leave for college designated holiday's, spring break, thanksgiving and Christmas break (approx. 25 days per year)
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Position Information
Requisition Number 2023057FPosition Title Assistant Director of Bands MUEN/MUSI/MUAP) Salary Range Per faculty salary schedule DBM Rating n/a Job Type Full Time Job Category Faculty Anticipated Start Date 01/08/2024 Campus Brenham Application Deadline Extended Open Deadline FLSA Status Exempt Security Sensitive? Yes Work Hours 40 duty hours per week, including a minimum of 35 on-campus hours, with hourly summer work as needed and approved by the Dean of Arts, Kinesiology, and Agriculture
Position Summary Information
Objective
To serve as Assistant Director of Bands and teach other applied music and music lecture courses as assigned based on needs of the department.
Essential Duties
• Serve as Assistant Director of Bands, which will include class assignments for Marching Band and Concert Band during appropriate semesters. Other teaching assignments will include courses in applied and lecture-based music as per department need.
• Recruit students through a variety of methods to aide program growth, including evenings/weekends and with travel across the state of Texas.
Work in conjunction with Director of Bands on all logistical aspects related to the Instrumental Music Program, keeping constant and open lines of communication.
Instruction and Classroom Management • Maintain access to students through office hours and electronic communication. • Prepare, maintain and utilize an accurate course syllabus and assessments for each course using guidelines established by the institution. • Utilize a variety of instructional delivery methods, classroom media and educational resources. • Maintain student participation and attendance in class. • Conduct classes and final exams punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.
Student Success • Advise or refer students to available academic support, advising, and counseling services. • Maintain a positive and professional relationship with students.
Assessment Duties • Hold sole responsibility to assess students' performances through a range of formative and summative assessments and provide constructive feedback in a timely manner. • Assist in the development, distribution and collection of assessments for courses and program objectives.
Professional Development and Service • Exhibit a commitment to lifelong learning through participation in professional development opportunities and effective teaching methodologies. • Actively engage in collegial activities in a professional manner across the department, college, and communities such as departmental meetings, committees, and Blinn College partner collaborations.
Institutional Responsibilities • Submit timely college reports and forms to the appropriate divisions. • Comply with all college policies and procedures. • Exhibit effective communication skills, both written and oral. • Attend college orientations, required institutional meetings, and trainings.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in music from an accredited institution
2. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the other instructors, staff, administration, and students
3. Demonstrate in-depth knowledge of band pedagogy literature and methods, both in execution as well as current practices and trends
4. Ability to run effective and safe rehearsals/lessons.
5. Recruitment and program development experience
Preferred Experience and Training
1. Experience in conducting bands at any primary or secondary grade level (K-12).
2. 2-year and/or 4-year college music instruction experience strongly preferred.
3. Experience at all levels of private music instruction on candidate's primary instrument(s)
4. Distance education teaching experience, including fully-online and hybrid courses.
Physical Requirements
Ability to walk, light lifting (under 15 lbs.), moderate carrying (15-44 lbs.), repeated bending, reaching above shoulder, standing, sitting, climbing stairs, operating motor vehicle, seeing, hearing (without aid), writing, reading, extreme temperature tolerance.
Required Degree, License or Certifications
Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in music from an accredited institution. Must submit official transcripts.
Special Notes To Applicants
Screening of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Applicants should submit: 1. Letter of interest 2. Current resume 3. Transcripts of all post-secondary academic work 4. A list of three professional references with contact information (including email and phone number). 5. Candidates will need to submit video samples of large ensemble conducting. The preferred method is furnishing links to UnListed YouTube videos utilizing the Portfolio/Work Sample area of this application. 6. Finalists will be required to do a live interview on the Brenham Campus of Blinn College, which will include, but may not be limited to, a sample of private music instruction, a music theory teaching sample, conducting an ensemble rehearsal, and interviews/interaction with both college faculty and students. Blinn College does not reimburse any costs associated with travel for interviews.
Additional Request: It is imperative that a PDF of all undergraduate and graduate transcripts be attached to this application. Unofficial transcripts will suffice for the purpose of this application. Candidate selected will be required to present official transcript at the time of hiring. Thank you
This is a 10 month, benefits eligible position. Blinn College pays 100% of health insurance for full time employees, 50% for dependents, and two times your annual salary in life insurance benefits. Optional coverage's can begin on your first active duty date. If you would like to review insurance benefits in advance, you can access the New Employee Benefits Guide online, https:// www. ers.state.tx.us/New-Employee/Insurance/. Leave time includes 16 hours personal each year and 8 hours sick each month of contract. Paid leave for college designated holiday's, spring break, thanksgiving and Christmas break (approx. 25 days per year)
Credentials
The College assigns appropriately credentialed faculty members in support of educational quality and the mission of the College, in keeping with Board policy DBA LOCAL-X (Employment Requirements and Restrictions – Credentials and Records: Credentials). College policy is consistent with sound educational practice and SACSCOC guidelines. Primary consideration is given to the highest degree earned in the discipline. Furthermore, Blinn College's Faculty Credentialing Guidelines table specifies recommended credentials for each rubric within the college's course inventory. https:// www. blinn.edu/academicaffairs/FacultyCredentialingGuidelines.pdf
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