Title: Instructor/Assistant Professor (Full-Time Temporary) - Director of Music Education

Application Review Date: March 16, 2026

Campus Location: Radford City - Main Campus

Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered.

Job Description

Instructor/Assistant Professor (FTT) - Director of Music Education , (Elementary / General Music Focus). Full-Time Temporary Faculty position beginning August 2026 and renewable. The Department of Music invites applications for a Director of Music Education with a primary focus on Elementary/General Music Education. The Director of Music Education provides leadership for the undergraduate music education program, working collaboratively with music faculty and the Department Chair. Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate music education courses, supervising student teachers, coordinating clinical field experiences, and overseeing program logistics. The program emphasizes a balanced student teaching model consisting of seven weeks in elementary settings and seven weeks in secondary settings, preparing graduates for the full K–12 job market (elementary, vocal secondary, and instrumental secondary). Additional teaching responsibilities may include courses such as learning theories, practicum, ear training (ETSS), class piano or other areas aligned with the candidate’s expertise and departmental needs. The curricular direction of the program is established collaboratively by music education faculty and may evolve over time based on the strengths, experience, and vision of the Instructor/Assistant Professor (FTT) - Director of Music Education

Rank to be determined by qualifications.

Required Qualifications

Enter Required Qualifications• ABD or earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Music Education or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
•A minimum of five years of diverse K–12 public school teaching experience is required, with a primary emphasis on Elementary/General Music Education.
•Demonstrated pedagogical alignment with an Ear Training and Sight Singing (ETSS) framework; preference given to candidates with experience in Music Learning Theory (MLT).
•Evidence of administrative ability to manage program logistics, including student teaching placements, curricular coordination, and assessment.
•College-level teaching experience in music education is preferred.
•Willingness and ability to contribute to departmental teaching needs beyond music education, in collaboration with the Department Chair and faculty. Teaching assignments may include ear training (ETSS), class piano, educational technology or other areas appropriate to the candidate’s experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

•ABD or earned doctorate (Ph.D. or Ed.D.) in Music Education or a closely related field by the time of appointment.
•A minimum of five years of diverse K–12 public school teaching experience is required, with a primary emphasis on Elementary/General Music Education.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Application reviews begin March 16, 2026 and remains open until filled.

Is this position Grant Funded: No

Is this position restricted: No

Is this position eligible for telework: No

Hours Per Week: 

Months per Year: 9

Statement of Economic Interest Required: No

FLSA Status: Exempt

Work Classification: Teaching & Research Faculty

Normal Work Schedule: 

Employee Classification: Instructor

Department: Music, Dept of

Salary: per qualifications

Department Contact Name: Wayne Gallops

Department Contact Phone: 5405210872

Department Contact Email: rgallops@radford.edu

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Radford University does not discriminate with regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, disability, age, veteran status, national origin, religion, or political affiliation in the administration of its educational programs, activities, admission or employment practices.

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Reasonable Accommodation Statement

If you are an individual with a disability and desire accommodation in the application process please contact the hiring department.

Criminal Background Check Statement

Radford University is committed to ensuring a safe and secure environment for all employees, students, volunteers, and stakeholders. As part of our hiring and screening process, we conduct criminal background checks in compliance with Virginia Code § 19.2-389 and other applicable state and federal laws. Successful candidates will be required to have a criminal background check.