Gustavus Adolphus College

Gustavus Adolphus College invites applications for a full-time, one-year position of Visiting Instructor (or Assistant Professor with appropriate credentials) in the Department of Music to begin September 1, 2023. The department anticipates a continued vacancy, and the successful candidate may be considered for continuation into additional years, contingent upon favorable review and the continuing needs of the College.

Things you will do:

Teach 5.75 or 6 course equivalents during the academic year. Primary teaching responsibilities will include conducting the Lucia Singers (auditioned, large soprano/alto choir), the Choir of Christ Chapel (unauditioned, large mixed choir), and leading the Justice Choir (an ensemble that engages in the empathetic, collaborative, and collective power of singing together to create change). Other courses may include Basic Conducting or Secondary Choral Music Methods.

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How to apply:

Visit https://gustavus.edu/jobs/ and complete the online application. The documents that must be uploaded include the following:

Letter of application that addresses the required and preferred position qualifications

Curriculum vitae

A brief (one page) statement of teaching philosophy

Transcripts (scanned copies acceptable)

The names and contact information for three professional references (at least one must be able to address teaching experience and teaching effectiveness; please indicate the teaching reference in your letter of application). Please do not ask references to submit letters of recommendation; the committee will conduct reference checks by phone.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. At this time, please only upload the required documents listed above; finalists will be asked to submit additional materials. Incomplete applications will not be considered by the search committee.