Visiting Instructor and Band Director - Full TimeMusic

Prerequisites

What’s required:

• MA, MM, or MME with a focus in Instrumental Conducting (DMA preferred)
• Demonstrated commitment and effectiveness as a teacher of students of varying levels and backgrounds, and in fostering development and creative talent in young artists
• A commitment to student success, their health and wellbeing
• Expertise in a broad range of musical genres and styles, with demonstrated experience developing culturally inclusive curricula and diverse programming
• Experience conducting a professional and/or collegiate wind band

What’s preferred:

• Evidence of effectiveness in teaching
• Demonstrated commitment to undergraduate students
• Demonstrated commitment to supporting all students, regardless of background
• At least 3 years professional and/or collegiate wind band conducting experience

Things you will do:

• Teach 5 course sections over the academic year. The primary teaching responsibilities include one section of MUS-140 Gustavus Wind Orchestra (Touring Band) in both the fall and spring semesters, one section of MUS-141 Gustavus Wind Symphony each semester, and one fall section of MUS-346 Advanced Conducting.
• Other duties include hosting the Bjorling Music Festival - Honor Band Days in November of 2025 and leading the Gustavus Wind Orchestra on a Midwest tour during Spring Break of 2026.
• Help cultivate a welcoming community where everyone feels a sense of belonging. We strive to foster an environment where people can be themselves, build community, learn, and grow.

Things you can choose to do:

• Improve your teaching by joining a teaching circle, participating in workshops, applying for an internal teaching development grant, and engaging in conversations about teaching with colleagues across campus.
• Develop professional skills by participating in faculty meetings and committees, attending faculty development days, and taking advantage of the College’s membership to the National Center for Faculty Development and Diversity (NCFDD).

How to apply:

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
• Video footage from a recent rehearsal (no more than 20 minutes)
• Video from a recent concert (no more than 20 minutes)
• 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.

For full consideration, applications must be received by April 4, 2025. While applications may be accepted after this date, it is not guaranteed that they will be considered. At this time, please only upload the required documents listed above. Incomplete applications will not be considered by the search committee.

Things you might like:

Based on data from AAUP (American Association of University Professors) and CUPA (College and University Professional Association), we offer a competitive starting salary range of $45,050 to $51,000 for a 9-month academic year. Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience, training, certifications/licensure, market factors, departmental budgets, and responsibility. In addition, Gustavus provides comprehensive benefits designed to support your personal and financial well-being, including:

• Medical insurance (which includes access to Nice Healthcare) as well as dental, vision, and life insurance
• Workplace accommodations for physical or mental health concerns
• Access to mental health apps
• Onsite health services
• Free parking, exercise classes, use of library and athletic facilities
• Paid parental leave (after one year of employment)
• Employer contribution to retirement savings plan (after one year of employment)
• Tuition scholarships for dependents
• Tuition benefit plan for employees and spouse

Institution Information: Gustavus Adolphus College is one of the nation’s leading private liberal arts colleges serving 1,800 students, where faculty help equip students to lead purposeful lives and to act on the great challenges of our time. The College aspires to be a community of persons from diverse backgrounds who respect and affirm the dignity of all people. Gustavus is located on a scenic 340-acre hill in St. Peter, Minnesota, and within a short drive to the Minneapolis/Saint Paul and Mankato metro areas. Learn more at https://gustavus.edu/provost/newfaculty/.

Gustavus Adolphus College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, disability, religion, age, sexual orientation, or veteran status in its education or employment programs or activities.

Department Information: The Department of Music at Gustavus Adolphus College offers students the opportunity to study music within a liberal arts framework. With a Bachelor of Arts in Music or Music Education, students engage in coursework across performance, pedagogy, and music analysis. The department features numerous ensembles, including the Gustavus Choir, Wind Orchestra, Symphony Orchestra, and Jazz Ensemble, which tour nationally and internationally. Annual highlights include Christmas in Christ Chapel, involving over 350 student musicians, and the Gustavus Artist Series, which brings renowned performers to campus. With over 240 concerts and recitals each year, the department fosters a vibrant musical community. Learn more at https://gustavus.edu/music/.

Posted 02/28/2025