Job Description

Position Title:

Instructors of Music (Academic)

Compensation:

$500 - $9,000

Department:

School of Music - Temp

Start Date:

08/17/2026

About this opportunity:

The School of Music at Ball State University invites applications for ongoing part-time semester instructor appointments to teach coursework in an on-campus environment. Our faculty are expected to be innovative, adaptive, engaging teachers across modalities; producers of impactful creative and/or scholarly work; leaders in meaningful service activities to multiple communities. We seek faculty members who are strategic thinkers, engaging our dynamic communities. We are committed to student and faculty success, impact, and access. We inspire each other to be critical thinkers and responsible citizens, so that we can pursue fulfilling careers and meaningful lives. Ball State University lives the values of Beneficence. We invite you to be part of our community.

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you'll bring:

Position Description:

This is a part time semester instructor position in an on campus environment.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Primary assignment will initially include teaching coursework in music education, music history, music theory/composition, or music technology.
• Other duties as assigned by the Director of the School of Music.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Completed master’s degree and a documented history of professional activity in the area of assignment.
• Demonstrated ability to recruit and retain quality students on the collegiate level, exceptional creative/scholarly background.

How to apply:

IMPORTANT: To ensure accurate processing of your application, do not rely on a resume upload to populate the job experience section. All work history must be entered directly into the application fields.

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Curriculum Vitae (Do Not use the "Autofill" resume feature.)

Optional Documents

1. Master's Transcripts
2. Doctorate Transcripts

Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information:

Dr. Franklin Larey, Director School of Music, music@bsu.edu

Applications will be accepted through August 12, 2026, at 12:01 AM.

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.