University of Central Oklahoma · 2 months ago
Music, Director of Bands - Full-Time, Tenure-Track Assistant/Associate Professor
Edmond, OK
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
3+ years expThe University of Central Oklahoma is seeking a full-time Assistant Professor of Band (tenure track) and Director of Bands. This role involves conducting the UCO Wind Symphony, leading the band program, and teaching courses in conducting and ensemble literature while also focusing on student recruitment and retention.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Conducting the UCO Wind Symphony and additional ensembles as appropriate
Leading the UCO band program including concert and athletic bands
Teaching graduate and undergraduate courses in conducting, large ensemble literature, rehearsal methodology, and other related areas as appropriate
Recruiting and retaining students
Supporting student research and creative activity
Contributing to a collaborative faculty environment
Qualification
Required
Extensive performance and conducting experience in the field of bands and wind ensembles
Ability to effectively teach courses related to training conductors, including but not limited to applied conducting, ensemble rehearsal methodology, large ensemble literature, and score reading
Ability to lead the band program at UCO, including coordination of all bands and wind ensembles
Ability to teach online, face-to-face, and hybrid courses
Excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills
Ability to teach undergraduate and graduate students effectively
Ability to work within a collaborative faculty environment
Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form
Ability to work effectively and patiently with students
Ability to recruit and retain students
Other related duties
A doctoral degree in music. ABD may be considered
A strong background in success in leading bands in an academic setting
Evidence of success in teaching courses in conducting
A minimum of 3 years of college teaching experience
Cover letter
Curriculum Vitae
Copy of transcript for highest degree earned
List of at least 3 references
Preferred
Additional area(s) of musical expertise, which could include applied low brass or other instrument, aural skills, theory, music education, or other cognates
5 years of college teaching experience
Successful secondary-level band instruction and leadership
Company
University of Central Oklahoma
University of Central Oklahoma is a school in Edmond.
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