Coordinator of Vocal Studies

University of New Hampshire, United States

Updated: about 1 month ago
Location: Plymouth, MASSACHUSETTS
Deadline: ;

Position Details
Summary


Operating Title Coordinator of Vocal Studies
Long Classification Title LECTURER-CONTRACT FACULTY
Campus Location Plymouth
Department PSU A&T Fine & Performing Arts
Summary of Position
The Music, Theatre, and Dance Division (MTD) at Plymouth State University invites candidates to apply for a non-tenure track, full-time benefited position as Assistant Professor of Practice and Coordinator of Vocal Studies beginning in August, 2024. The teaching load is 30 to 32 credit hours per year. The candidate will also be expected to advise undergraduate students and provide service to the university.
Part of the Visual and Performing Arts Academic Unit at Plymouth State, MTD offers the BS degree in Music Education and BA degrees in Music, Theatre Arts, and Digital Music Production and Entrepreneurship. The Division also offers minors in Music and Theatre Arts, as well as coursework that can be applied toward Interdisciplinary Studies majors. In addition to its academic degrees, the Division sponsors several groups that provide students from across campus with opportunities to perform.
PRIORITY REVIEW DEADLINE: 5:00 pm on Wednesday, April 17th.
Applications must be submitted prior to the date listed above in order to receive priority review. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the search is otherwise closed at the University’s discretion.
Additional Job Information
Posting Number PF0639FY22
Acceptable Minimum Qualifications
• Master of Music degree in Vocal Performance/Pedagogy
• minimum of 5 years’ experience in private studio voice instruction
• experience in classroom teaching
• supervisory experience
• experience in teaching a variety of vocal styles (Classical/Opera, Musical Theatre, Pop/Commercial, etc.)
• engagement with the wider field of vocal pedagogy through participation in the National Association of Teachers of Singing (NATS), etc.
Additional Preferred Qualifications
· 10+ years’ experience in private studio voice instruction, with a minimum of 5+ years’ experience at the college/university level
· Additional non-studio college teaching experience
· DMA in Vocal Performance/Pedagogy and/or significant post-Masters training/professional development, particularly in musical theatre and/or other non-Classical vocal styles
· Extensive knowledge of vocal repertoire in multiple genres
· Experience serving as music director of musical theatre productions
· Expertise in vocal diction, particularly in foreign languages
· Experience in curricular design for music, music education, and theatre majors, and in the creation of voice-related coursework for general education student audiences
· Experience in recruitment for college/university music and theatre programs
· Significant engagement with regional/national NATS, including regular attendance at meetings and conferences, leadership positions, etc.
· Significant engagement with issues of inclusion, diversity, equity, and accessibility in the field
Salary Information
Salary is complemented by a comprehensive benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, tuition, and paid time off.
Quick Link to Posting https://jobs.usnh.edu/postings/48539
Percent Time Information (FTE) 1.00
Faculty Information
If Renewable or Number of years, please specify Lecturer Contract Faculty
Type of Position Contract Faculty

Posting Details


Posting Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Closing Date
Interested Internal Candidates Exist? Yes
Appointment Type Regular
If TERM position with benefits, indicate projected end date
Departmental Information
This position is responsible for the supervision of Adjunct Staff , Students
Special Requirements A background check will be required as a condition of employment.
EEO Statement

The University System of New Hampshire is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access/Affirmative Action employer. The University System is committed to creating an environment that values and supports diversity and inclusiveness across our campus communities and encourages applications from qualified individuals who will help us achieve this mission. The University System prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or marital status.
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