What are the responsibilities and job description for the Assistant Professor - Guitar - School of Music position at Fredonia?
Job Description
The State University of New York at Fredonia is seeking a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor in Music (Guitar). The successful candidate will be prepared to teach applied lessons, pedagogy, recital seminar, group guitar class for music majors, guitar ensembles, and guitar courses for non-guitar -majors. Enjoy working in a fast-paced environment with hundreds of concerts, student recitals, faculty recitals, and guest artist programs every year. This position is eligible for our generous benefit and retirement plans along with competitive salary compensation.
The successful candidate will join a dynamic and collegial team of faculty and staff who are committed to expanding the boundaries of music in higher education, by not only innovating within existing contexts but also envisioning and enacting new practices informed by critical dialogue and thoughtful engagement with stakeholders within and beyond the school. Our new colleague will help us navigate the shifting landscape of higher education through their contributions to generating change, taking risks, inventing new opportunities, and exploring new ideas and approaches. This is a full-time, 10-month position, beginning on or before August 21, . Some evening and weekend work will be required.
Rewards & Benefits
Competitive compensation plus comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, and vision insurance and retirement plan options including a fixed pension plan or a (A) with generous employer contributions; paid leave provisions including sick and holiday leave; impressive educational benefits including tuition-free study plus supplemental tuition aid; and a rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of their personal life, including professional development programs and services, employee EAP and wellness programs, discounted membership to the on-campus fitness center, and access to the Campus and Community Child Care Center.
Key Responsibilities
Reporting to the Chair of the Department of Applied Music Performance, the successful candidate will :
- Teach undergraduate and graduate studio lessons in guitar;
- Contribute to development and revision of courses and curricula, in music performance generally and guitar specifically, to reflect diverse and contemporary theory and practice;
- Support student retention and success through academic advising and efforts toward inclusion and belonging;
- Be active as a recruiter for the School of Music;
- Participate in building and maintaining relationships with prospective undergraduate and graduate students through recruitment and alumni relations;
- Maintain and build relationships with schools, teachers, alumni, and community partners in the area and across the state;
- Participate in committees and provide service to the department , school , university, and profession; and
- Be aware of, understand, and follow all university policies.
Requirements :
Minimum Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
