Assistant Professor in Music Education (string emphasis) Job at Inside Higher Ed

Assistant Professor in Music Education (string emphasis)

Posting Number: F2557P
Type: External
Employment Type: Employee
Contract: Academic (9 months)
Start Date: 08/01/2026

Location

Athens, GA (Athens Area)

Responsibilities

• Teach string education courses
• Assist in Instrumental Field Experience courses
• Supervise student teachers in surrounding counties
• Oversee teacher education in the String Project
• Teach other courses as assigned within areas of expertise such as guitar, secondary general, and/or technology in music education
• Actively contribute to the Hugh Hodgson School of Music and Music Education area
• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

PhD in Music Education (or equivalent field). ABD will be considered.

Additional Requirements

• Candidates with a master’s degree in music education may be considered depending upon documented accomplishments and expertise beyond the minimum requirement for K-12 teaching, and must be approved for a terminal degree exception before hire.
• A minimum of 3 years K-12 teaching experience.
• Prior or active teaching certification in the United States.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

• Certification (or seeking) in Suzuki and/or other relevant pedagogies are valued.
• At least one year of experience in teaching secondary general music, guitar, or non-major general music courses.

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and/or Competencies

• Demonstrated expertise in college-level teaching.
• Demonstrated expertise in string education pedagogy.
• Demonstrated expertise in instrumental music teacher education.
• Demonstrated expertise in student teaching supervision.
• Demonstrated success in working with pre-service music teachers.
• Clear research agenda and demonstrated success through publications/presentations.
• Demonstrated background in working collaboratively and effectively with students and faculty.
• Evidence of successful community partnerships and recruitment efforts.
• Demonstrated commitment to fostering an environment that serves a community of students with a wide variety of majors, career paths, and backgrounds.

Application Process

All applications received by December 15, 2025 will receive full consideration.

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and experience (maximum 2 pages).
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) outlining candidate’s relevant credentials and experience.
• Statement of teaching philosophy related to music education in the Pk-12 setting and the training of pre-service teachers.
• Contact information for three professional references (title, email address, phone number).
• Application materials should include links to an online portfolio/website, which must include:
  • Teaching video footage for string education (maximum 20 continuous minutes in length) from within the last 3 years demonstrating excellence in teaching (provide context).
  • Teaching video footage for other related teaching experiences which may include strings for school‑aged, guitar, instrumental education class, or other related classes (maximum 20 continuous minutes in length) from within the last 3 years (provide context).

Questions about the application process can be directed to somadmin@uga.edu or 706‑542‑2701; questions about the position can be directed to Dr. Rebecca Atkins (rlatkins@uga.edu), chair of the search committee.

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Background Check

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check, confirmation of credentials and employment history (including reference checks), and if applicable a satisfactory credit check. You may also be subject to a pre‑employment drug test for positions with high‑risk responsibilities if applicable.