Southeastern University
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Southeastern University . Job Summary The Southeastern University School of Music invites applications for the position of Voice Faculty for the music department. The primary duties include teaching courses in voice and related undergraduate music subjects. The successful candidate will recruit and develop music majors, supervise student teachers and field studies, and perform other duties aligned with the departments needs. Salary and rank are commensurate with experience. Starting date: full-time, one-year contract from August 1, 2025 through July 31, 2026. Organizational relationships Reports to: Dean, School of Music. Supervisory responsibility: may supervise some graduate assistants, teaching assistants or other student employees.
Responsibilities
Teach a range of undergraduate music courses such as applied voice and related fields.
Develop and deliver faith-integrated curriculum using innovative and diverse teaching methods.
Advise and mentor undergraduate students in their academic and professional development.
Leverage professional experience to provide students with practical, real-world insights into vocal pedagogy and music careers.
Contribute to the growth of SEUs undergraduate music programs through curriculum development, accreditation support, and collaboration with colleagues.
Engage in departmental and university activities, including service on committees and campus events.
Support SEU’s mission and values through service, collaboration, and community engagement.
Education Required:
Masters degree in vocal performance or related field
Preferred:
Doctorate degree in vocal performance or related field
Experience
Evidence of collegiate training/professional experience in classical singing.
Evidence of training/experience singing in jazz, commercial, and/or modern worship styles.
Preferred: experience teaching undergraduate voice students (including TA experience). 3+ years of experience; commercial and/or modern worship performance experience and pedagogy.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge
Mastery of vocal pedagogy in multiple genres, including classical, commercial, jazz, and modern worship.
English language, academic processes, clerical procedures, and computer literacy (Google workspace and Microsoft Office).
Skills
Critical thinking, reading comprehension, research, interpersonal skills, time management, attention to detail.
Abilities
Written and oral comprehension and expression, selective attention, and basic mathematics.
Work Environment All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment.
This position is considered non-essential for emergency response.
Location Lakeland, FL - Main Campus
Schedule 8 am - 5 pm, Monday through Friday (or as designated by class schedule and Chair). Classes in session August through May.
Safety, Training, and Screening All full-time positions require background checks. Employees driving as part of duties must pass an MVR check. New hires have a 90-day probationary period with required compliance training (FERPA, MyFire, and other academic software training).
Disclaimer and Equal Opportunity SEU is an at-will employer. This job description may change. SEU is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics. All employees agree to abide by the policies contained in the Employee Handbook and the SEU Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith and Community Covenant.
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Faculty - Applied Voice
role at
Southeastern University . Job Summary The Southeastern University School of Music invites applications for the position of Voice Faculty for the music department. The primary duties include teaching courses in voice and related undergraduate music subjects. The successful candidate will recruit and develop music majors, supervise student teachers and field studies, and perform other duties aligned with the departments needs. Salary and rank are commensurate with experience. Starting date: full-time, one-year contract from August 1, 2025 through July 31, 2026. Organizational relationships Reports to: Dean, School of Music. Supervisory responsibility: may supervise some graduate assistants, teaching assistants or other student employees.
Responsibilities
Teach a range of undergraduate music courses such as applied voice and related fields.
Develop and deliver faith-integrated curriculum using innovative and diverse teaching methods.
Advise and mentor undergraduate students in their academic and professional development.
Leverage professional experience to provide students with practical, real-world insights into vocal pedagogy and music careers.
Contribute to the growth of SEUs undergraduate music programs through curriculum development, accreditation support, and collaboration with colleagues.
Engage in departmental and university activities, including service on committees and campus events.
Support SEU’s mission and values through service, collaboration, and community engagement.
Education Required:
Masters degree in vocal performance or related field
Preferred:
Doctorate degree in vocal performance or related field
Experience
Evidence of collegiate training/professional experience in classical singing.
Evidence of training/experience singing in jazz, commercial, and/or modern worship styles.
Preferred: experience teaching undergraduate voice students (including TA experience). 3+ years of experience; commercial and/or modern worship performance experience and pedagogy.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge
Mastery of vocal pedagogy in multiple genres, including classical, commercial, jazz, and modern worship.
English language, academic processes, clerical procedures, and computer literacy (Google workspace and Microsoft Office).
Skills
Critical thinking, reading comprehension, research, interpersonal skills, time management, attention to detail.
Abilities
Written and oral comprehension and expression, selective attention, and basic mathematics.
Work Environment All employees are responsible for maintaining an environment that is free from discrimination, intimidation, harassment, including sexual harassment.
This position is considered non-essential for emergency response.
Location Lakeland, FL - Main Campus
Schedule 8 am - 5 pm, Monday through Friday (or as designated by class schedule and Chair). Classes in session August through May.
Safety, Training, and Screening All full-time positions require background checks. Employees driving as part of duties must pass an MVR check. New hires have a 90-day probationary period with required compliance training (FERPA, MyFire, and other academic software training).
Disclaimer and Equal Opportunity SEU is an at-will employer. This job description may change. SEU is committed to equal opportunity in employment and education and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics. All employees agree to abide by the policies contained in the Employee Handbook and the SEU Mission, Vision, Statement of Faith and Community Covenant.
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