Lecturer, Director of Bands and Music Education - Dana School of Music (Term) | Youngstown State University

Conducts the YSU Wind Ensemble and other instrumental ensembles based upon the candidate's experience and qualifications;

directs the graduate instrumental conducting program; teaches classes in music education and conducting; and develops and maintains a national reputation in the field.

About : Founded over 150 years ago, the Dana School of Music is one of the oldest institutions of its kind in the United States.

We offer Bachelor of Music degrees in Music Education, Audio and Music Production, and Music Performance at the undergraduate level and Master of Music in Music Performance and Music Education Online at the graduate level.

The Cliffe College of Creative Arts (CCCA) is a dynamic component of the Youngstown State University campus and is a major regional arts resource.

Our vibrant and inclusive community of artists, educators, and scholars is engaged in nationally accredited programs of instruction, innovative and immersive experiences, and professional performances and exhibitions.

Extraordinary facilities include state-of-the-art technology, theaters, rehearsal spaces, art studios, concert halls, the McDonough Museum of Art, and numerous regional performance and exhibition spaces.

We are dedicated to creating deep educational experiences that provide inspiration, empower innovation, and develop leadership, thus preparing students to pursue and further artistic excellence throughout their lives and careers .

Youngstown State University is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music. Directs the Youngstown State University Wind Ensemble;

additional teaching responsibilities may include directing the Dana Symphony Orchestra, Musical Theatre Ensemble, and / or the Youngstown State University Youth Orchestra, and classroom / studio courses in music education, conducting, and other possible areas consistent with candidate's area(s) of expertise.

Fosters collaboration and builds relationships regionally and nationally with music organizations and programs (secondary and collegiate) through touring, adjudicating, and conducting honors ensembles, presenting clinics / master classes, offering workshops, and hosting ensembles on campus.

Establishes a national reputation as a conductor / scholar through creative works, recordings, and / or publications. Participates in faculty committees and governance commensurate with lecturer responsibilities.

Plans, organizes, teaches, and provides feedback to promote and direct student success. Responds to students in a timely manner.

Communicates with students, departments, and university officials via university provided tools and resources. Ability to contribute to the diversity, cultural sensitivity, and excellence of the University community through teaching.

An Institution of Opportunity : YSU inspires individuals, enhances futures, and enriches lives. As a student-centered university, Youngstown State University's mission is to provide innovative lifelong learning opportunities that will inspire individuals, enhance futures, and enrich lives.

YSU inspires individuals by cultivating a curiosity for life-long learning; enhances the futures of our students by empowering them to discover, disseminate and apply their knowledge;

and enriches the region by fostering collaboration and the advancement of civic, scientific, and technological development.

YSU's culture of enrichment flourishes in our diverse, accessible, and quality education. Work Schedule : Typically, Monday through Friday, including some evenings, and the possibility of some weekend days.

Required Certifications, Training, and / or Licensures : None Minimum Qualifications : At least a n earned master's degree in music by the time of appointment.

Artist-level conductor and proven success in directing a wind ensemble and / or concert band. Experience teaching PreK-12 public / private school music or possess a degree in music education.

Preferred Qualifications : Demonstrated success in directing an orchestra. Experience in recruitment process for music students.

Expertise in a secondary area(s) of a related nature.