FACULTY POSITION IN GENERAL MUSIC EDUCATION BEGINNING AUGUST 2027
POSITION: Assistant Professor of Music Education, tenure-track
RANK AND SALARY: Competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications.
RESPONSIBILITIES: The Butler University School of Music, Jordan College of the Arts, is inviting applications and nominations for Assistant Professor of General Music Education. This is a tenure-track position. Primary responsibilities include teaching elementary general music methods, secondary general music methods, and other undergraduate and/or graduate music education courses in the music education curriculum. In addition, there is an expectation of connection with local and regional music educators, programs, and associations. Academic advising, student mentoring, committee participation, and community service are expected of the successful candidate. The ability to teach courses in a secondary area would be valued. Continuing excellence in teaching, service, and scholarly activity is expected to qualify for reappointment, tenure, and promotion.
APPLICATION: Review of applications will begin November 1, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled. Applications should include a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, and contact information for four references.
The School of Music, one of the first schools in the country accredited by NASM, enrolls over 170 majors pursuing Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in a wide variety of curricula including performance, music education, composition, and jazz studies. The Music Education program includes a thriving undergraduate program aligned to Indiana licensure requirements, a virtual hybrid MM Music Education program, and the only post-baccalaureate licensure program in the state that focuses on the inclusion of non-traditional music educators within the profession.
The Jordan College of the Arts, which includes the School of Music as well as the departments of dance, theatre, arts administration, and art, provides focused professional study and collaborative, creative experiences within the context of a strong liberal arts university. We emphasize the development of students as artist-citizens who will become leaders in arts and society.
Butler University is a private, nationally recognized comprehensive university encompassing seven colleges: Arts, Business, Communication, Education, Liberal Arts & Sciences, Pharmacy & Health Sciences and Founder's College. Approximately 4,500 undergraduate and 1,000 graduate and doctoral students are enrolled at Butler, representing 46 states and 24 countries.
Join us at the crossroads of tradition & transformation. A career at Butler University offers more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to join a dedicated, innovative, and supportive community grounded in equity, academic excellence, and meaningful impact. Aligned with Boldly Butler, our strategic plan, faculty and staff play a vital role in delivering transformational learning experiences, enriching our campus and community, and ensuring a thriving Butler for generations to come.
Butler University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applications from all individuals, regardless of age, sex, race, religion, color, disability, protected veteran status, national origin, or any other legally protected category.
