Assistant Associate Professor of Music Education and Director of Choral Studies
Wayland Baptist University - Plainview, TX
Supervised By: Dean of the School of Creative Arts
Position Classification: Exempt (10-month position)
Positions Supervised: Student workers
General Responsibilities:
The successful candidate will be charged with the artistic and administrative leadership of all aspects of Waylands 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. They 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, including twelve (12) semester hours of load release for the administrative work inherent in this position, budget management, event planning, managing student workers, recruiting, etc.
Direct Waylands choral ensembles, including the Wayland International Choir, Wayland Singers Chorus, teach courses in conducting choral literature and other courses related to choral music education. Depending on the qualifications and experience of the candidate, instruction in applied voice or other areas may also be possible.
Recruiting:
Serve as the primary recruiter for the choral program, including regular travel to and hosting of area high school choral programs for clinics, competitions, and other events throughout the year.
Build and maintain positive working relationships with area high school choral directors and convert those relationships into sustainable recruiting pipelines by growing an ongoing supply of potential students.
Organize and host several workshops, festivals, or clinics each year on campus to generate leads and student interest.
Manage and disseminate student recruiting data using Waylands student information databases in conjunction with the Faculty Recruiting Coordinator in the School of Creative Arts.
Maintain a visible and consistent presence at local and regional professional events and conferences (TMEA, TCDA, etc.).
Understand and abide by FERPA regulations.
Must be willing to teach online.
Keep required paperwork, including grades and attendance, submitting reports of these when requested.
Grades updated weekly on Blackboard. Attendance updated daily on Blackboard. Syllabus posted by start of term on Blackboard. Student Status Report, course grade to that point, about 13 through the 16-week term, through Student Services - may also include Concurrent Student spreadsheet to Registrars Office. Final Grades, course grade for the 16-week term, and including last date attended for failing grades, through Students Services - may also include Concurrent Student spreadsheet to Registrars Office.
Periodic grade and/or attendance checks requested by Department of Student Success and/or Department of Athletics.
Abide by accommodations sent by Title IX Coordinator and/or Disability Services Coordinator.
Maintain a minimum of 10 hours of office hours per week.
Be regularly available on campus, five days a week.
Dress professionally and appropriately for the tasks assigned.
Academically advise undergraduate students and assist with registrations and recruiting events, which may include two days during the summer.
Assist the dean and faculty members in developing new courses, programs, reporting data, selecting textbooks, and developing syllabi.
Serve on University Faculty and School Committees, assist with and attend graduations and school events, attend scheduled faculty-staff meetings and professional development activities.
Maintain competence in the use of Waylands adopted online teaching and retention management systems, including the satisfactory completion of all necessary annual training. These systems include but are not limited to:
Service:
Provide service to the university through committees, councils, and special projects.
Additional Requirements:
Endorsement by the Vice President of Academic Affairs.
Able to pass background checks.
The above statements are not a complete list of all responsibilities and duties performed by employees in this job. Employees may perform other related duties as assigned by the Dean or Vice President for Academic Affairs.
Minimum Qualifications:
Education:
Experience and Knowledge:
Skills and Abilities:
Required Materials:
Work Environment:
The work environment for this position is a standard office setting. Employees will work primarily at a desk or workstation utilizing standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and printers. The office maintains a controlled temperature. Noise levels are generally moderate with typical office sounds such as conversations and office machinery.
Musical sounds are present throughout the day, whether in an office, classroom, rehearsal space, or in the environment more generally, due to the nature of a collegiate music program.
In addition, the position requires teaching in a university classroom setting. This environment involves direct interaction with students, delivering lectures, facilitating discussions, and managing classroom dynamics to maintain an effective learning atmosphere. Classroom conditions may vary but typically include standard instructional technology such as projectors, whiteboards, and computers. Noise levels can fluctuate depending on class size and activity, and the role requires adaptability to engage students and maintain order in a collaborative academic setting.
Hours of Work:
Plainview campus - Although full-time nonexempt Plainview employees are normally scheduled to work 37.75 hours per week, the official work week for full-time salaried employees is 40 hours. Normal workdays on all campuses are Monday through Friday.
Physical Demands:
Frequently stand and walk. Frequently flex upper trunk forward while sitting or standing. Frequently lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift up to 25 pounds. Frequently carry up to 10 pounds and occasionally carry up to 25 pounds. Occasionally pull or push objects. Occasionally flex upper trunk forward at the waist and partially flex at the knees. Frequently reach at or below shoulder height and occasionally reach above shoulder height.
Conditions of Employment:
Employment is subject to an introductory period to monitor employee performance. If hired, the prospective employee must present documentation within three (3) days of hire date to establish identity and employment eligibility as required by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Must be able to operate a licensed motor vehicle, have access to a dependable motor vehicle, and possess a valid state drivers license. Must have and maintain a satisfactory drivers record.
Wayland Baptist University does not unlawfully discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.