Trumpet Performance Jobs in Texas (NOW HIRING)

Job Title
Lecturer of Trumpet
Agency
Texas A&M University - Kingsville
Department
School of Music
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Kingsville, Texas
Job Type
Faculty
Job Description
About Texas A&M University-Kingsville
Texas A&M University-Kingsville (TAMUK), the oldest institution of higher learning in South Texas and a proud member of the Texas A&M University System, stands as the region's premier university. TAMUK offers the widest range of academic programs and degrees in South Texas, provides exceptional learning and residential facilities, conducts impactful research, awards substantial scholarships, and has awarded more than 80,000 degrees in the institution's 100-year history. The university is recognized for its unwavering commitment to student success, meaningful research, and deep community engagement. With a welcoming campus culture and strong regional partnerships, TAMUK offers faculty and staff a unique opportunity to make a lasting difference in the lives of students and the broader South Texas region.
Location: The University is located in historic Kingsville, a friendly, safe city of 25,000 that is the home of the legendary King Ranch. Corpus Christi and its beaches are just 40 miles to the northeast, and the border with Mexico is 120 miles to the south at Brownsville or 119 miles to the west at Laredo.
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Position Overview
Faculty members at Texas A&M University-Kingsville teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses across multiple sections and formats, maintaining high standards of instructional quality. They contribute to the university's research mission and also engage in service through departmental participation, student support, and collaboration on curriculum and academic initiatives. Additionally, they fulfill institutional responsibilities such as compliance processes, meetings, and supporting the university's broader mission of education and community engagement.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Teaching

• Teach undergraduate and graduate applied trumpet lessons.
• Teach assigned undergraduate and graduate courses in support of School of Music degree programs. Possible teaching assignments include Advanced Brass Techniques, Chamber Music, High Brass Methods, Studies in Literature, Studies in Pedagogy, and other courses as assigned.
• Coordinate and maintain applied studio operations, including student records, degree progress monitoring, jury administration, and assessment activities.
• Develop and maintain course syllabi, instructional materials, and assessments.
• Advise and mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
• Maintain Student Success hours in accordance with university policies.

Research

• Engage in professional activities appropriate to trumpet performance and pedagogy.
• Maintain currency in trumpet literature, pedagogy, and performance practices.
• Incorporate professional and disciplinary developments into instruction and curriculum.

Service

• Coordinate activities of a large undergraduate and graduate trumpet studio.
• Lead recruitment and retention efforts for undergraduate and graduate trumpet study.
• Participate in faculty meetings, committees, auditions, juries, and assessment activities.
• Assist with outreach, community engagement, and student recruitment initiatives of the School of Music.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and administration to support student success and program growth.

Other Duties

• The above represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. Other duties may be assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Education - Applicants must have earned a Master of Music in Trumpet Performance from an accredited university.
• Experience - Demonstrated success teaching applied trumpet at the collegiate and/or secondary level.
• Experience - Evidence of successful student mentoring and studio development.
• Experience - Demonstrated commitment to student recruitment and retention.

Preferred Qualifications

• Doctor of Musical Arts, Doctor of Music, or equivalent terminal performance degree in trumpet.
• Experience managing a large studio.
• Demonstrated success recruiting and retaining students.
• Experience teaching graduate-level applied and academic coursework.
• Experience teaching brass pedagogy, brass techniques, chamber music, or related courses.
• Experience teaching in online learning environments.
• Experience working with students from varied educational and cultural backgrounds.
• Experience performing as a professional trumpet player.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong knowledge of trumpet pedagogy and literature.
• Ability to manage and organize a large, applied studio.
• Excellent organizational and record-keeping abilities.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal and mentoring skills.
• Ability to recruit, retain, and advise students.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and administration.
• Ability to balance teaching, advising, recruiting, assessment, and service responsibilities

Other Requirements
Physical Requirements

• Ability to demonstrate trumpet performance concepts in instructional settings.
• Ability to sit, stand, and move throughout classrooms, rehearsal spaces, performance venues, and offices.
• Ability to lift, carry, and move instructional materials and musical equipment with assistance as needed.
• Ability to travel independently for recruitment, outreach, professional activities, and university business.

Other Requirements and Factors

• This position is security sensitive
• This position will require export-control authorization prior to starting employment.
• This position requires compliance with state and federal laws/codes and Texas A&M University System/TAMU policies, regulations, rules and procedures
• All tasks and job responsibilities must be performed safely without injury to self or others in compliance with System and University safety requirements
• This position may require travel for student recruitment, outreach, and professional activities.
• This position may require work beyond normal business hours, including evenings and weekends.
• This position requires attendance at performances, auditions, juries, festivals, and other School of Music events.

Why Join the Javelina Nation?
Texas A&M University-Kingsville offers a supportive, mission-driven culture focused on excellence in teaching, research, and service. All employees enjoy:

• A welcoming campus community
• Opportunities for professional development
• Competitive benefits through the Texas A&M University System
• A rewarding experience of helping students achieve their academic and career goals

Shared Values: TAMUK employees uphold the Shared Values of Care, Integrity, Pride, Innovation, and Excellence, which form the foundation of the University's culture and guide its strategic plan. More information on TAMUK's Strategic Plan and Shared Values can be found here.
4DX: TAMUK employees actively engage in Franklin Covey's 4 Disciplines of Execution (4DX) activities within their departments. TAMUK utilizes 4DX as the framework for pursuing strategic goals by creating a culture of high performance. This requires participation from all faculty and staff. More information on 4DX can be found here.
Caring Campus: TAMUK employees embody the Institute for Evidence Based Change's Caring Campus mindset, maintaining a collegial and caring attitude towards students and each other to foster student engagement and a positive, collaborative work environment. More information on Caring Campus can be found here.
Compensation & Benefits
Compensation: Commensurate with experience
Texas A&M University-Kingsville offers a career filled with purpose and opportunity in addition to competitive wages. In addition to base pay, TAMUK provides eligible employees a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to support employees' well-being, professional growth, and financial security.
BENEFITS (rules, policies, eligibility apply)
With our generous benefit package, robust professional development opportunities, strong retirement programs, and dedication to service excellence, TAMUK is a truly engaging and rewarding place to work.
Insurance:

• Medical
  
  • $0 - $30 per month for Employee Only coverage after university contribution ($920 value).
  • Up to 83% of premium covered by the university:
    
    • Employee and Spouse
    • Employee and Children
    • Employee and Family coverage
• Dental & Vision
• Life Insurance, Accidental D&D, Long Term Disability, Flexible Spending Account and Day Care Spending Account

On-Campus Wellness Opportunities:

• TAMUK's Wellness Program is designed to enrich lives through health and wellness programming that is meaningful and impactful.

Work Life Solutions:

• Counseling, Work Life Assistance, Financial Resources, and Legal Resources

Tuition Benefits:

• Employee Tuition Assistance Program
• Book scholarships
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Retirement:

• Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) or Optional Retirement Plan (ORP), dependent on position
• Voluntary Tax Deferred Account/Deferred Compensation Plan

Employee Leave:

• 8+ hours of vacation per month
• 8 hours of sick leave per month
• 8 hours of paid Birthday leave
• 12-15 paid holidays per year

Additional Information
A federal proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Texas A&M University-Kingsville will not pay this fee. If immigration sponsorship may be required for employment, consult with private immigration counsel, at the individual's expense, is recommended to determine whether the individual's current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University-Kingsville subject to this fee.
In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbott issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B petitions unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if sponsorship for employment visa status is required now or in the future, this moratorium may affect the university's ability to employ the selected final candidate. TAMUK will adhere to applicable regulations regarding visa opportunities.
Application Instructions
During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents and submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via "Submit" action.
Employment applications must include:

• Completed online application
• Cover Letter/Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Contact information for 3 professional references

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.