Assistant Professor of Musical Theatre

Position Information

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About this Opportunity Ball State University seeks an individual with a commitment to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and entrepreneurial learning practices as a musical theatre voice teacher within a Nationally recognized BFA program in musical theatre. The successful candidate will be an accomplished artist and educator who will play an active role in the crafting of curriculum, recruitment of students, and building connections within the discipline that will further enhance the opportunities presented to our students during and after their matriculation.

Ball State’s BFA musical theatre option offers an innovative and demanding training curriculum consisting of rigorous and varied coursework, a strong foundation in voice training, and an emphasis on developing triple threats who also possess strong musicality, sight singing, and piano skills. Applicants should also be committed to inclusive pedagogies in their teaching, scholarship, and artistry.

Salary and benefit packages for this position are competitive, with the salary for this opportunity beginning at $53,000 annually. About Ball State University Our faculty are collegial, collaborative, innovative, inclusive, and adaptive, both within and beyond one’s home unit. These attributes include commitments to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and enterprising learning practices.

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Benefits and Community
Ball State University offers an excellent benefits package for eligible positions. Click here to explore options.

• Affordable Healthcare
  
  
• Retirement
  
  
• Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)
  
  
• Paid Parental Leave
  
  
• Professional Development

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• Master’s degree in voice, musical theatre, or related discipline or equivalent professional experience completed by date of employment.
• Eight months (one academic year) of experience as a voice teacher within the area of musical theatre
• Eight months (one academic year) of teaching experience at the university/college level.

Authorization to work in the US Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Preferred Qualifications

• Master’s degree in theatre or related discipline completed by date of employment.
• Twenty-four months (three academic years) of teaching experience at the university/college level.
• Ability to serve as a pianist for class and/or a musical director within production work when needed.
• Experience or related expertise that would allow the candidate to teach one or more of the following additional musical theatre courses: sight singing, basic musicianship, introductory acting and singing actor courses, ensemble singing.
• The potential to serve the musical theatre area in a leadership position.
• Substantial experience as an artist, performer, musical director, or director on Broadway or in major Regional Theatre venues.
• Connections and recognitions within the professional musical theatre industry

Required Certifications/Licensures Pre-Employment Screening Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification. EEO Statement Ball State University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, disability, genetic information, ethnicity, national origin or ancestry, age, protected veteran status, or any legally protected status. Posting Detail Information Position End Date Posting Date 11/27/2024 Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.) 01/31/2025 Information regarding transcripts The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted. Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experience align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile). In your cover letter, please select one of our enduring valuesand describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to that value in your professional endeavors. Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information Johnna Tavianini
jatavianini@bsu.edu 765-285-7301