Jacksonville Children's Chorus
Assistant Professor of Choral Music Education
Jacksonville Children's Chorus, Tuscaloosa, Alabama, United States, 35485
Overview
Assistant Professor of Choral Music Education - Tenure Track Posting
Introduction
The University of Alabama Music Education Program prepares future teachers to bring music into school-aged people’s lives. Through thorough music training offered through the School of Music, students acquire mastery of skills needed to thrive as a music educator in the 21st century. Music Education students participate in the finest ensembles in the region, and are supported through generous opportunities to practice their craft in the university environment and in the K-12 classroom.
The University of Alabama Choral Program is known for promoting choral excellence and community through building individual and ensemble musicianship. Rooted in a foundation of pedagogy, students involved in the UA Choral Program experience firsthand the transformative power of singing together. The comprehensive choral area is positive, education-centered, and progressive in all areas of the choral arts, including pedagogy, programming, and curriculum.
The mission of The University of Alabama School of Music is to preserve and enhance the best traditions in our rich and varied musical heritage by providing a comprehensive music program that serves the educational and artistic needs of the community, state, region, and beyond through teaching, performing, scholarship, and service.
Job Title Assistant Professor of Choral Music Education - Tenure/Tenure Track
Type Tenure-Track
Posting Date September 12, 2025
Priority Deadline October 13, 2025
Application Requirements
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Contact Information for 4 References (upload reference contacts as “Other Document 1”)
Required Supporting Materials
20-minute Choral Ensemble Rehearsal Video (unedited)
20-minute Classroom Teaching Video (unedited)
(upload PDF with links for Supporting Materials as “Other Document 2”)
To apply for this position, please complete an online application at http://careers.ua.edu/cw/en-us/job/527554. Only applicants who complete the online application will be considered for the position.
Position Overview The University of Alabama J. Frank Barefield Jr. College of Arts and Sciences School of Music seeks an innovative and dynamic tenure-track faculty member in choral music education with proven achievement as a choral educator and a demonstrated record of successful research. The ideal candidate has expertise in teaching, mentoring, and inspiring current and future choral educators and singers. A demonstrated commitment to the role of highly trained conductor- educators in the 21st century should be an active part of the candidate’s background and experience. Candidates should show ability and desire to empower, advocate for, and value a broad range of students as shown through pedagogy, mentoring, and related activities.
There will be a preliminary Zoom screening of selected applicants, after which selected candidates will be informed about in-person interviews.
Minimum Qualifications
A PhD in Music Education is required (ABD will be considered with degree conferral in hand by August 15, 2026)
A strong record as an effective choral educator with at least three years of full-time teaching experience in the secondary (middle/high school) choral classroom
Demonstrated achievement in scholarly/creative activities, with a defined record of successful research productivity
Preferred Qualifications
Experience recruiting students
A record of developing and maintaining vibrant connections with K-12 educators
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate- and graduate-level choral methods and music education courses
Conduct a choral ensemble
Supervise choral student interns
Actively recruit for the undergraduate and graduate choral music education degree programs
Work closely with the music education and choral faculty
Maintain an active scholarly profile
Advise students and direct student research
Serve on department and college-level committees
Other areas of teaching and conducting may include:
Other duties consistent with the candidate’s interests and expertise
Continue the development of a national and international reputation as a consummate choral conductor-educator and pedagogue, consistent with the expectations of a comprehensive School of Music at a major research institution
Start Date August 2026
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Introduction
The University of Alabama Music Education Program prepares future teachers to bring music into school-aged people’s lives. Through thorough music training offered through the School of Music, students acquire mastery of skills needed to thrive as a music educator in the 21st century. Music Education students participate in the finest ensembles in the region, and are supported through generous opportunities to practice their craft in the university environment and in the K-12 classroom.
The University of Alabama Choral Program is known for promoting choral excellence and community through building individual and ensemble musicianship. Rooted in a foundation of pedagogy, students involved in the UA Choral Program experience firsthand the transformative power of singing together. The comprehensive choral area is positive, education-centered, and progressive in all areas of the choral arts, including pedagogy, programming, and curriculum.
The mission of The University of Alabama School of Music is to preserve and enhance the best traditions in our rich and varied musical heritage by providing a comprehensive music program that serves the educational and artistic needs of the community, state, region, and beyond through teaching, performing, scholarship, and service.
Job Title Assistant Professor of Choral Music Education - Tenure/Tenure Track
Type Tenure-Track
Posting Date September 12, 2025
Priority Deadline October 13, 2025
Application Requirements
Cover Letter
Curriculum Vitae
Contact Information for 4 References (upload reference contacts as “Other Document 1”)
Required Supporting Materials
20-minute Choral Ensemble Rehearsal Video (unedited)
20-minute Classroom Teaching Video (unedited)
(upload PDF with links for Supporting Materials as “Other Document 2”)
To apply for this position, please complete an online application at http://careers.ua.edu/cw/en-us/job/527554. Only applicants who complete the online application will be considered for the position.
Position Overview The University of Alabama J. Frank Barefield Jr. College of Arts and Sciences School of Music seeks an innovative and dynamic tenure-track faculty member in choral music education with proven achievement as a choral educator and a demonstrated record of successful research. The ideal candidate has expertise in teaching, mentoring, and inspiring current and future choral educators and singers. A demonstrated commitment to the role of highly trained conductor- educators in the 21st century should be an active part of the candidate’s background and experience. Candidates should show ability and desire to empower, advocate for, and value a broad range of students as shown through pedagogy, mentoring, and related activities.
There will be a preliminary Zoom screening of selected applicants, after which selected candidates will be informed about in-person interviews.
Minimum Qualifications
A PhD in Music Education is required (ABD will be considered with degree conferral in hand by August 15, 2026)
A strong record as an effective choral educator with at least three years of full-time teaching experience in the secondary (middle/high school) choral classroom
Demonstrated achievement in scholarly/creative activities, with a defined record of successful research productivity
Preferred Qualifications
Experience recruiting students
A record of developing and maintaining vibrant connections with K-12 educators
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate- and graduate-level choral methods and music education courses
Conduct a choral ensemble
Supervise choral student interns
Actively recruit for the undergraduate and graduate choral music education degree programs
Work closely with the music education and choral faculty
Maintain an active scholarly profile
Advise students and direct student research
Serve on department and college-level committees
Other areas of teaching and conducting may include:
Other duties consistent with the candidate’s interests and expertise
Continue the development of a national and international reputation as a consummate choral conductor-educator and pedagogue, consistent with the expectations of a comprehensive School of Music at a major research institution
Start Date August 2026
Notes Additional content previously listed (e.g., duplicated sections) has been consolidated for clarity while preserving the original information.
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