McLennan Community College is hiring: Assistant Professor, Music (Tenure Eligibl

Salary : Depends on Qualifications

Location : Waco, TX

Job Type : Full-Time

Job Number : 00378

Division (Department) : Instruction & Student Engagement

Department (Division) : Arts & Sciences

Opening Date : 10 / 16 / 2024

LOOKING FOR INDIVIDUALS WHO EXEMPLIFY OUR COLLEGE VALUES :

Communications : We will be open and courageous in our communication with students and with one another. We will communicate decisions and the reasons for them. Excellence : We will strive for excellence in all that we do. We will actively plan for the future, seeking new and innovative ways to accomplish our mission. Inclusiveness : We will seek to appreciate and understand our students and each other, actively seeking different viewpoints. We will work to create a welcoming environment where our diverse community of students and employees learn, teach, and work together. Integrity : We will work with the highest level of integrity, taking responsibility for all of our actions. We will tell the truth and seek to be fair in our decision-making and actions. People : We will be honest, humble, respectful, and gracious to our students and to each other. We best serve our students, colleagues, and community when we work as a team.

Application will not be considered until ALL required documents are received.

• POSITION OPEN UNTIL FILLED

START DATE : Fall 2025

GENERAL POSITION DESCRIPTION :

This is an instructional position with a 15-hour teaching load per semester. Duties include classroom teaching, specifically Music Appreciation, both online and face-to-face, teaching other courses based on the candidate's experience and education, such as applied lessons and / or ensemble direction. Other responsibilities include, but are not limited to, maintaining office hours, participating in college committees, promoting and supporting the department's mission and goals, leading extra-curricular activities, participating in professional development activities, and working across departments to develop student communication and problem-solving skills. Faculty are expected to accept courses as assigned which could include face-to-face and non-traditional venues, such as evening, weekend, dual credit, blended, and / or online courses. This position reports to the Division Chair, Visual & Performing Arts.

NOTE : This is a security sensitive position and an appropriate background investigation will be made on applicants being strongly considered for this position.

THE DEPARTMENT :

Music facilities consist of a 330-seat and a 100-seat performance hall, plus a 550-seat, 14 practice rooms, a state-of-the-art digital recording studio, as well as faculty offices / studios and classrooms with up-to-date technology. The department is housed in the Ball Performing Arts Center and the Music and Theatre Arts Building. There are currently 6 full-time and 12 adjunct instructors in the Transfer Music Department. In addition to an active recital schedule which includes 1-2 Steinway Series concerts, McLennan Music and Theatre Departments collaborate yearly to produce a fully staged Opera and Broadway Musical with orchestra. McLennan Community College is an All Steinway School.

SELECTION CRITERIA :

Knowledge of : 1. Current trends in distance learning and instruction, including the principals of good practice related to distance education; 2. Curriculum development; 3. Trends in teaching / learning theory as they apply to Music Appreciation; 4. Teaching to various learning styles; 5. Classroom approaches for student success, and retention; Ability to : 6. Collaborate in departmental recruitment / retention efforts 7. Work both within and across departmental lines; 8. Use appropriate technology in support of instruction; 9. Evaluate student performance; 10. Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; 11. Establish and maintain collaborative working relationships with those contacted in the course of work; 12. Participate in college committees; 13. Direct an ensemble and / or teach applied lessons.

WORKING CONDITIONS :

Sedentary-Desk work; occasional field trips e.g. for college or program activities. Insignificant effort other than normal movement. Minimal Hazard / Exposure : Standard office setting. At least minimal environmental controls to assure health and comfort.

QUALIFICATIONS :

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS :

Education : Master's degree in Music from an accredited college or university

Experience : Teaching experience at the college / university level

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education : Earned doctorate degree in music from an accredited college or university

Experience : Developing and maintaining online Music Appreciation courses

APPLICATION INFORMATION :

APPLICATION PROCESS :

Please feel free to contact this office regarding the status of your application. NOTE : Finalists may be asked to present a teaching demonstration. MCC uses E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. For more information visit .

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS :

Online Employment Application

Curriculum Vita

Copies of College Transcripts

MCC provides equal educational opportunities to all individuals and does not discriminate against any individual regardless of race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, gender, disability, age, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, or other legally protected category in its educational programs, activities, or employment.

McLennan Community College offers comprehensive benefits to our employees.