Professional-Track Instructor of Guitar

Job Summary

Teach applied guitar (undergraduate and graduate), guitar literature, pedagogy, ensemble, and courses in a secondary area of expertise; recruit undergraduate and graduate students; supervise student recitals, doctoral research documents, and guitar graduate assistants teaching lessons and group classes; provide service to the area as assigned, including but not limited to student juries, recitals, comprehensive exams, and document committees; maintain visibility as a performer Required Education and Experience Masters degree in music. Candidates must demonstrate an expertise in a secondary teaching area outside classical guitar performance. Preferred Qualifications Preference will be given to candidates with a doctorate in music who have experience teaching and recruiting guitar students at the university level.

The School of Music is committed to its Vision and core values, (:
1) pursuing Excellence;
2) devotion to Student Success;3)focusing on producing Music Leaders;
4) emphasizing the preparation of the Musician-Educator; and
5) creating Diversely Skilled Musicians.
The School encourages applications from candidates who have interests and abilities that align with these values. Posting Detail Information Desired Start Date 08/16/ Job Open Date 09/10/ Job Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicant Applicants must apply at Upload a letter of application, curriculum vitae, contact information for at least three letters of reference, and links to three recent video and/or audio solo performances. Additional supporting materials should not be provided unless requested.

The search process will continue until the position is filled, but priority screening will begin on or shortly after October 17, .

Positions are advertised for a minimum of five business days on our job website. After five business days, positions can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email. Quicklink for Posting EEO Statement The University of South Carolina does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• List of References and Contact Information

Optional Documents

• Media File
• Other Supporting Documents