Instructor– Department of Music

Security Sensitive Position?:Yes

Hours of Work:TBD

Posting Number:TSU203786

Official TSU Title:Instructor– Department of Music

Grant Title:n/a

Job Description Summary / TWC Summary:JOB SUMMARY:The Instructor of Music position is a versatile, full-time teaching position withresponsibilities of 12 credit hours each semester. Responsibilities may include any of the following: Teach weekly applied brass private lessons to music majors/minors in the candidate’s primary/secondary brass areas and oversee adjunct instruction where necessary.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:General Education Courses: Plan weekly lessons based on learning outcomes for all courses. Implement weekly lesson plans using a variety of research based instructional strategies and student engagement techniques. Evaluate student learning through informal and formal assessment practices. Provide ongoing feedback to students through grading of tasks and assessments and responding to students via email in a timely manner. Facilitate collaborative learning opportunities for all students in the course. Adapt learning materials each semester to address student needs and interest. Collaborate with colleagues; specifically, those teaching the same course.Conducting Instrumental Ensemble(s): Select repertoire for each academic year for various performances, both on and off campus. Prepare and direct weekly rehearsals, including sectionals and whole group instruction. Evaluate student learning through informal and formal assessment practices effective in ensemble rehearsals. Assist in recruiting and auditioning student musicians for instrumental ensembles.

Attend required trainings and/or meetings related to teaching and learning or administrative responsibilities.Be available for students during office hours equal to 8 hours per week.Perform other tasks related to teaching in the music department.Actively recruit and retain high-quality student musicians to maintain a robust brass studio and support the needs of the instrumental ensembles.Coordinate student recital performances and collaborate with departmental accompanists; participate musically in university ceremonial events as required.Participate in departmental meetings, end-of-semester student juries, faculty committees, and other service activities as assigned by the Department Chair.

Essential Duties Summary:1) Teach MUSI 1306: Music Appreciation and/or MUSI 1315: Fine Arts in Daily Living.The instructor reports to the Chair of the music department and Dean of the College of Liberal Arts and Behavioral Sciences and is responsible for supporting and advancing the mission and goals of the university, college, and department in all academic, scholarly and student support activities.
2) Applied Studio: Prepare for weekly brass applied instruction for all music majors and minors within the studio.
3) Provide ongoing feedback to students through grading rubrics and responding to students via email in a timely manner.
4) Prepare and rehearse repertoire for weekly group sessions with students in the studio or instrument area

% FTE:1.0

Hiring Range:$50,500.00-$66,912.00

Education:Required:

A Master’s degree in music education, instrumental conducting, or performance.Instrumental conducting and pedagogical expertise.

Preferred:A Doctorate degree in music education with an emphasis in instrumental conducting preferred.

Required Licensing/Certification:None Required.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of:

Microsoft Office Professional or similar applications (i.e., Outlook, Word, Adobe Acrobat, Canvas, etc.)Familiarity with music notation software (e.g., Sibelius, Finale, Dorico) and audio/video recording software preferred.Online platforms utilized to support teaching of specialized content.

Skill in:Accommodating students at varied academic levels within one learning environment.Differentiating instruction for students at varied academic levels.Problem-solving and decision-making.Time management.Verbal and written communication.
Ability to:Submit required documents and reports by stated deadlines, including attendance and grades.Make sound independent decisions within the context of the departmental, community, and university environments.Work independently.

Work Experience:N/A

Working/Environmental Conditions:Prolonged standing and/or walking.
Handling light weight objects.Using or carrying equipment.

UA EEO Statement:It is the policy of Texas Southern University to provide a work environment that is free from discrimination for all persons regardless of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, individuals with disability, sexual orientation, or protected veteran status in its programs, activities, admissions or employment policies. This policy of equal opportunity is strictly observed in all University employment-related activities such as advertising, recruiting, interviewing, testing, employment training, compensation, promotion, termination, and employment benefits. This policy expressly prohibits harassment and discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, genetic history, national origin, individuals with disability, age, citizenship status, or protected veteran status. This policy shall be adhered to in accordance with the provisions of all applicable federal, state and local laws, including, but not limited to, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act.

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Close Date:09/25/2026

Open Until Filled (overrides close field) :No

Special Instructions to Applicants:Open to all applicants.