Instructor/Assistant Professor of Instrumental Music (Fall 2026)
The Music Department is responsible for the effective development and deliver of the department's curriculum and advising of department majors. The department focuses on quality teaching and student-centered learning. The candidate must possess the ability to recruit talented major and non-major instrumental students to the music program and develop relationships with music educators throughout the region.
Department
Music
Classification
Full-time; Salaried exempt
Essential Functions
- Support the mission, vision, and values of Bethel College
- Direct Wind Ensemble and Thresher Sound (indoor athletic/marching band)
- Teach conducting, music education methods, and techniques courses
- Instruction in the areas, such as music technology or GE courses, if that is the candidate's strength and interest
- Additional non-teaching duties include recruiting, advising, participation in faculty governance, and supervising and mentoring students in the college's Employment Experiences program
- Mandatory reporter relating to Title IX and the Bethel College Equal Opportunity, Harassment, and Non-Discrimination Policy and Procedures
- Arrive on time for work, attend work regularly, and successfully complete the responsibilities of the position
- Comply with Bethel College policies and procedures
- MM or MMEd required
- DMA or Ph.D. in music preferred
- Demonstrated experience leading instrumental ensembles
- Qualifications to teach music education courses
- Interest in teaching and working with liberal arts students is required
- A history of successful recruiting at the college level
- Teaching experience in courses which support the music major are preferred
- Minimal lifting (up to 25 lbs.) and reaching.
- Operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as telephone, calculator, copy machine, and printer for extended periods of time.
- Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one classroom or building location to another.
- Ascending and descending stairs.
- Ability to perform tasks both sitting and standing for extended periods of time.
- Ability to function well in a standard office setting
- Medium/indoor work environment
All the essential job functions are subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements.
Individuals may be required to perform other job-related instructions as requested by the supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. This position description is not all-inclusive and may change at the option of the (supervisor or department head). Any major change will result in the position being reviewed for reclassification.
Application Information
Please complete a Bethel College application and upload a cover letter, resume or curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, and three references with contact information.