AssistantAssociate Professor of Instrumental MusicDirector of Bands (54021)

Orangeburg, NY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 15 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Description

CLAFLIN UNIVERSITY founded in 1869 is becoming recognized as one of the leadinginstitutions of higher education in the southeast.

With rigorous student-forced academicprograms and a faculty comprised of world-class scholars these attributes have contributed to

the U.S. News and World Report Claflin thirteenth in its 2025 list of the nations top historicallyblack colleges/universities (HBCUs).

DEPARTMENT OF MUSIC: The Claflin University Department of Music is a institutionalmember of the National Association of Schools

of Music (NASM). The department is alsoaccredited by the National Council for Accreditation of Teacher Education (NCATE). As a degree-

granting department we offer two major programs of study: BA in Music Education and BA inMusic and jazz studies concentration.

RESPONSIBILITY: Develop and implement a long-term strategic plan for growth and visibilityof the band/instrumental program conduct

or supervise all instrumental ensembles but not Jazzensembles advise students teaching instrumental methods classes supervision of

student teachersand other undergraduate courses in music education. Additional teaching responsibilities mayinclude other courses within

the candidates areas of expertise. Engage actively in fundraisingbudgeting procurement and development efforts. Membership and

participation in local and stateprofessional addition the Director of Bands is expected to participate fully in

departmental and community performance obligations consistent with all ensembles conductingappointments. The candidate is expected to

participate fully in departmental recruitmentadvising/mentoring activities promoting the Department within the state nationally and

internationally and must be effective in fulfilling committee service grantsmanship and expected tobe significantly active in creative and/or

research activities consistent with all faculty appointments.Pursue scholarly creative or professional activity consistent with the university

expectations. Otherduties as assigned

Qualifications

A graduate degree in instrumental music education/instrumental performance isrequired; ABD candidates with planned completion dates by

August 15 2026 will be considered acompleted doctorate is required for tenure-track appointment and rank of Assistant Professor.

Candidate should have a research agenda headed toward tenure and promotion. Additionally a validteaching certification in Music Education

with a minimum of 3 years of successful teaching within K-12 schools as a certified teacher is required. Understanding of

certification/licensure process.Candidate should have a strong background in the study performance and teaching of instrumentalmusic and

proven ability in recruiting for developing and maintaining a high-quality WindEnsemble/Instrumental music program. Candidate

must have the ability to build and maintainprofessional relationships and to work collaboratively with public school band programs and

the ability to teach advise and mentor students from diverse educational and cultural backgrounds.Membership with South Carolina music

education association and familiarity with the South Carolinaeducational standards and regional band programs. Experience with recruitment

and retention ofvaried student populations knowledge about using AI and or modern technologies in vocal music;Experience with

innovative and engaging teaching strategies that will focus on the needs of 21century students and a demonstrated capacity as an instrumental

ensemble director at the universitylevel. Full-time university teaching experience is preferred.

Required Experience:

Director

DescriptionCLAFLIN UNIVERSITY founded in 1869 is becoming recognized as one of the leadinginstitutions of higher education in the southeast.With rigorous student-forced academicprograms and a faculty comprised of world-class scholars these attributes have contributed to the U.S. News and World Repor...