Instructor/Assistant Professor of Guitar

**Instructor/Assistant Professor of Guitar**

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Instructor/Assistant Professor of Guitar at Belmont University. 

**Employment Type**

Faculty

**Internal Job Category**

Tenure Track (Faculty)
Full-Time

**Department**

School of Music

**Hours**

N/A

**Primary Duties and
Responsibilities:**

**Applied Guitar**

Rank:
Instructor/Assistant Professor

The School
of Music in the College of Music and Performing Arts at Belmont University is
seeking applications for a tenure track (Assistant Professor) or
non-tenure track (Instructor), beginning August 1,
2027.

The primary
responsibilities for this position include providing instruction in
undergraduate and graduate commercial applied guitar. Other courses in
performance and style and or/direction of an instrumental ensemble in the
commercial genre may be included based on candidate’s background and area of
expertise. An annual teaching load would include a combination of applied
lessons and academic courses equaling a 24-hour teaching workload. Additional
primary responsibilities include academic advising, maintaining
scholarly/creative endeavors, student recruitment, and performing department,
college, and university service. Candidates will be engaging teacher-artists
with expertise in current practice in pedagogical principles, performance
practice, and current best practice in the field. In addition, the successful
applicant will enjoy working in a campus climate that promotes a
Christ-centered environment and collegial atmosphere. A terminal degree in
guitar or related field is required for tenure-track; a master’s degree in
guitar or related field is required for non-tenure track. Previous teaching at
the collegiate level is preferred.

The School of Music in the College of Music and Performing Arts at
Belmont University is a premier comprehensive
music unit consisting of 60 full-time faculty, 75 part-time adjuncts, and a
population of over 750 students across 14 undergraduate and 5 graduate
programs. Our excellent artist-faculty will teach and mentor you through
innovative curriculum and experiences to prepare you to thrive in 21st century
music careers. The vibrant arts culture in Nashville enhances our top-rated
programs by providing opportunities and partnerships.

As all Belmont undergraduates complete an innovative general
education program with significant interdisciplinary components, Belmont
University is particularly seeking applicants who can demonstrate the interest
and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach
interdisciplinary and topical courses in this program. An electronic version of a Cover Letter, Curriculum
Vitae/Resume, and Response to Belmont’s Aspirational Aim must be attached to
complete the online application.

Belmont
University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who
will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused
community, we aim to:

* Form diverse leaders of character;
* Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service;
* Be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.

Located near the heart of thriving Nashville,
Tennessee, Belmont University consists of over 9,000 students who come from
every state and 33 countries. The University is nationally recognized for its
innovative approach as well as its commitment to undergraduate teaching. As a
Christ-centered, student-focused community, Belmont’s mission is to develop
diverse leaders of With more than 130 areas of undergraduate study, 29 master’s
programs and eight doctoral degrees, Belmont University aims to be the leading
Christ-centered university in the world, producing leaders who will radically
champion the pursuit of life abundant for all people.

Review of applications will begin on November 1, 2026, and continue until the
position is filled.

**Required Qualifications**:

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ-centered and student-focused community, we aim to:

- Form diverse leaders of character;
- Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service;
- And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.

 

* Knowledge of principles, methods and current developments in the
field of study.
* Knowledge of subject matter and course content taught.
* Knowledge of instructional strategies and techniques.
* Demonstrated capacity to engage in high quality scholarly
activity.
* Demonstrated ability to advise, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
* Skilled in the use of computers, Internet resources, and MS Office software.
* Ability to learn relevant sections of BannerWeb, Belmont University’s online integrated database system for student grading.
* Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.
* Ability to successfully interact with students, other educators and educational institution representatives, and the general public in a professional manner.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
* Knowledge of the programs and services offered by Belmont University. Interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses.
* Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.

**Required Education**A terminal degree in guitar or related field is required for tenure-track; a master’s degree in guitar or related field is required for non-tenure track.
  **Required Experience**Previous teaching at the collegiate level is preferred.

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

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