Visiting Assistant Professor of Music Theory

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Description The Department of Music at Knox College invites applications for a full-time, one-year appointment as visiting assistant professor of music beginning September 1, 2023. The successful candidate will demonstrate creativity and innovation in music theory, excellence in undergraduate teaching and mentorship within a liberal arts environment, and dedication to service and teaching within a diverse community. In addition to courses in the core music theory sequence, teaching responsibilities will include an elective for non-majors in music history (please briefly discuss area of expertise for this course in the letter of application) and a 300-level seminar in the music of the common-practice period. This appointment is a full-time position. Teaching responsibilities include two classes per each of three 10-week terms (Fall, Winter, Spring), as well as contributing to support for advanced students in Music. Knox is a diverse college with over 35% of the student body identifying as American students of color and an additional 15% international students. Experience working with diverse populations of students and a commitment to teach successfully in a multicultural environmen...