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Open Rank
Albuquerque, NM
Job Description
The University of New Mexico is seeking
a tenure track Professor of Music Education with specialization in Elementary/General Music. This Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor will teach courses in music education focusing on expertise in elementary and general music, supervise student teachers and prestudent teaching interns, advise graduate research, possibly provide supervision for music education area (depending on rank), possible budget management, and the participation in
recruitment activities. This faculty member will establish/maintain a research profile in peer reviewed journals and conferences and establish an active schedule of recruitment and interaction with music educators in the metropolitan area, throughout the state, nationally, and internationally. This faculty member will work collaboratively with faculty in applied instruction, music education, and ensembles to create an inclusive environment. This faculty member will actively organize and implement music education area initiatives that engage music
students and music teachers in New Mexico and beyond. In addition to the calculable load, the candidate will contribute to School, College and University service, including committees, recruiting, and community outreach.
APPOINTMENT BEGINS: August 1, 2024
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and Educator, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. HEJ D&I
List both the minimum and preferred qualifications within this text box.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Doctorate in Music, Music Education, or Education, required by August 2024
2. Three years elementary general music teaching experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
1. Minimum two years of university-level teaching experience in the capacity of a graduate
assistant or higher.
2. Excellence in university-level teaching experience as demonstrated by the C.V., teaching
philosophy statement, videos, references, and experience.
3. Continued commitment to scholarship and a vision for future research activity.
4. High-level expertise (teaching ability, musicianship, and scholarship) in PreK-12 general
music education.
5. Specializations in one or more of the following areas: Elementary PreK-12 general music
pedagogies (Kodaly, Orff, Dalcroze, etc.)
6. Additional expertise in secondary general music pedagogies (World Drumming, Modern
Band, etc.), and/or decolonized music education curriculum, differentiation and exceptional
learners, vernacular music, or mariachi.
7. A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as
working with broadly diverse communities.
8. Engagement and experience with community-oriented programs.
9. An understanding of teaching asynchronous online courses.
10. Five years of more of public-school teaching
Only applications submitted through the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job advertisement on a 3rd party site, to submit an application.
Applications must include: 1. A signed letter of application that addresses listed qualifications 2. A detailed curriculum vita including a list of courses or subject areas previously taught or within the candidate's ability to teach, as well as prior scholarship activities including presentations and publications. 3. Unofficial transcripts of undergraduate and graduate coursework. 4. A statement on diversity which demonstrates how the candidate will mentor/advise underrepresented populations and what role will be played to enrich the campus culture that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Quarterfinalists will be asked to submit the following materials: 1. Names, titles, addresses, phone numbers, and e-mail addresses of 3-5 professional references. 2. A PDF containing links to a recent (within the last five years) 30-minute digital video of candidate teaching an elementary general music education methods course. 3. A teaching philosophy statement which includes pedagogical methods for music students, and strategies for recruiting and retaining quality students. Semifinalists will be asked to participate in a 30-minute phone or video interview and references will be contacted. Finalists will be invited to campus where they will: 1. Interview with the Search Committee, the Chair of the Department of Music, and the Dean of the College of Fine Arts. 2. Teach a 30-minute elementary general music lesson to music education majors. 3. Give a research presentation. 4. Teach an elementary general music lesson to elementary students at an Albuquerque Public Schools school. 5. Meet with UNM faculty, staff and students. Only complete applications will be considered. All criteria for applications must be submitted electronically. To apply, please visit https://unmjobs.unm.edu/ INTERVIEW: Two or more finalists will be invited to the University of New Mexico to interview and audition for the search committee and administration as well as meet students and faculty. DEADLINE: For best consideration, submit application materials by November 1, 2023. Complete applications must include all materials as described in the section titled "Applications" above. The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce.Applicants who are appointed to a UNM faculty position are required to provide an official certification of successful completion of all degree requirements prior to their initial employment with UNM.
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.
Job Summary
Company
Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Bachelor's Degree
Required Experience
0 to 3 years
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