Assistant Professor Choral/Vocal Music Education
Location: Highland Heights, Ky · Type: Full time · Posted:
2026-09-09 · Reference: JR100397
Position Title:
Assistant Professor Choral/Vocal Music Education
Position Type:
Regular
About the Role:
The School of the Arts at Northern Kentucky University invites applications
for a full-time, tenure-track position in Choral/Vocal Music Education at the
rank of Assistant Professor beginning August 2027. We seek a dynamic and
collaborative educator committed to excellence in teaching, service, and
scholarship.
Primary Responsibilities :
Teach undergraduate courses in music education and choral music education,
which will include methods, pedagogy, supervision of student teachers, and
other courses in the candidate's area of expertise.
Teach undergraduate courses in a secondary area of expertise. Courses may
include: applied lessons, music history, music theory, ensemble
conducting, or aural skills.
Coordinate the choral music education program and collaborate with faculty
across performance and education areas.
Engage in recruitment efforts for the music education program through
fostering
positive relationships with public school music educators and their
programs.
Demonstrate a trajectory of active research, scholarship, and/or creative
activity.
Participate in service to the program, college, and profession.
Advise undergraduate students and contribute to curriculum development.
Required Qualifications :
PhD, DME, or DMA in Music Education (ABD considered).
Minimum of three years of successful teaching experience in K–12 choral
music.
Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching, scholarship, and
service.
Record of scholarship that includes an established or emerging portfolio
of publications and/or presentations at state/regional/national
conferences.
Familiarity with current pedagogy, trends, and technologies in music
education.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience supervising student teachers or coordinating field experiences.
Collegiate-level teaching experience.
Record of scholarly activity in music education.
Application Materials : (All documents can be added in the same documents
box)
A letter of application outlining the candidate's qualifications for this
position, including their primary and secondary area(s) of expertise.
Curriculum Vitae
A professional teaching philosophy that includes a statement addressing
how the candidate's work would contribute to NKU's core values and empower
diverse learners.
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the
position is filled.
Work Environment & Physical Demands:
