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Talladega College Chair of Music Department in Talladega, Alabama
Chair of Music Department
Talladega College is seeking a qualified, experienced, student-centered, and collegial Music Chair/Assistant Professor. The department provides emphasis in instrument, voice, and piano. This is a tenure-track, nine-month position that reports to the Dean of the Division of Humanities and Fine Arts and is slated to begin Fall 2024.
Responsibilities Teach courses in traditional, blended, and online formats Recruit, employ, supervise, and evaluate faculty Engage faculty in shared governance Academically advise students and monitor academic advising Recruit and retain students Recommend a schedule of classes to be offered in the department each semester Administer college policies and procedures Ensure the curriculum is robust and relevant Develop and assess program and student learning outcomes Actively serve on college committees Review and revise department catalog information Project a professional, positive, and upbeat disposition Foster and maintain collaborative relationships with colleagues, departments, and divisions across campus and in the community Engage in professional recitals/performances Meet established deadlines Utilize and remain current with the colleges and instructional technologies Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications A DMA or equivalent terminal degree from an accredited institution. ABD candidates will be considered. Must be able to teach instrumental courses (e.g., piano). Evidence of successful college teaching experience is required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Preferred At least three years of successful teaching experience at the college or university level. Experience teaching low brass applied lessons
Application Process Applications must include: 1. A Talladega College application 2. A cover letter addressing the qualifications 3. A teaching philosophy 4. A reference letter 5. A current curriculum vita 6. Performance video links 7. Copies of all transcripts 8. Names, addresses, titles, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of at least 3 professional references
Submit all application materials to: hr@talladega.edu. Questions about the application process may be directed to hr@talladega.edu Talladega College is an Equal Opportunity Employer.