Assistant Professor/Director of Bands (Tenure-Track)
Cedarville, OH · On-site
$75 - $110/hr
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To become a music professor, you need a master’s degree or doctorate in music education or a related field. Most universities require the latter, but skills and experience in music performance or composition can make up for a lesser degree. The particular qualifications can also vary depending on the nature of the position. For example, a music professor who teaches music theory needs a Ph.D., while an instrumental or vocal performance professor could find work with a master’s degree. Education from an institution accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music is desirable. Your duties include the tasks typical of any teaching position such as creating lesson plans, and monitoring student progress, but you may have performance coaching responsibilities as well.
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Flute Professor
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Music Theory Professor
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Music Composition Professor
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