SUPERVISED BY: Dean of the School of Creative Arts
POSITION CLASSIFICATION: Exempt (10 Month)
POSITIONS SUPERVISED: Student workers
GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES: The successful candidate will be charged with the artistic and administrative leadership of all aspects of Wayland’s choral program. As a full-time faculty member, the Assistant Professor of Choral Studies will be primarily responsible for directing ensembles, teaching courses related to choral music education, and supervising student teachers.
As an intentionally Christian academic community hiring Christian educators, all employees will be expected to advance the mission, vision, and identity of Wayland Baptist University as defined in university policy and expressed in our strategic plan and are expected to work as cooperative and collegial members of the University.
The University expects all employees to conduct themselves in a manner that is appropriate for a Christian institution and to be worthy examples in moral conduct and behavior for the students of the University and fellow employees both on and off campus.
Regular attendance during scheduled work hours reflects a commitment to our shared mission and the campus community.
If applicable, all work must be performed in alignment with the terms of the signed contract.
As Christian educators, all employees of the University should regularly attend and actively participate in a local church.
SPECIFIC TASKS AND DUTIES:- Prepare and teach twenty-four (24) semester hours each academic year as part of a 10-month contract.
- Direct Wayland’s choral ensembles (Wayland International Choir, Wayland Singers Chorus), teach courses in conducting, choral literature, and other courses related to choral music education.
- Serve as the primary recruiter for the choral/vocal program.
- Maintain a visible and consistent presence at local and regional professional events and conferences.
- Understand and abide by FERPA regulations.
- Must be willing to teach online.
- Keep required paperwork, including grades and attendance.
- Abide by accommodations sent by Title IX Coordinator and/or Disability Services Coordinator.
- Maintain a minimum of 10 hours of office hours/week.
- Dress professionally and appropriately for the tasks assigned.
- Assist the dean and faculty members in developing new courses/programs.
- Serve on University, Faculty, and School Committees.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Education: An earned doctorate in music (choral conducting or choral music education preferred). ABD candidates will be considered. As per TEA regulations for supervising of clinical teachers, at least three years of K-12 classroom teaching experience is required. Appointment at the rank of Associate Professor requires five years of prior experience in full-time university teaching.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance.
