Assistant Professor of Music (Piano) - Tenure Track

Position Summary: About Us - Diversity & Inclusive Excellence: Adams State University is a state-supported, regional comprehensive university located in the San Luis Valley of Southern Colorado and the city of Alamosa. As the state's premier Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) and a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), over 50 percent of its undergraduate students represent racially diverse backgrounds. A high percentage of undergraduate students are first-generation and Pell-eligible. The university offers undergraduate programs in the arts and humanities, physical and natural sciences, social sciences, kinesiology, fine arts, business, and nursing, and specializes in educator preparation in several disciplines. Adams State also offers graduate degrees in cultural resource management, public administration, music education, kinesiology, higher education administration and leadership, history, business (MBA), and educator programs, including counselor education; the university also has a doctoral (Ph.D.) program in counselor education. The university has an active athletic program. The Adams State Grizzlies athletic teams compete under the auspices of the Rocky Mountain Athletic Conference (RMAC). The institution is committed to increasing the diversity of its professional staff and is actively seeking qualified applicants who have experience, and skills. and/or personal attributes that augment the perspectives of our current faculty and staff. We are working to diversify our faculty and staff and especially encourage applications from women, BIPOC, LGBTQ community members, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and other historically underrepresented populations. We will give particular consideration to qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings; persons who possess varied language skills, and a record of successful experience in engaging diverse communities. Student populations; and job seekers who can contribute to equity. diversity, and inclusion through teaching, service, and scholarship. The Successful candidate will join a campus that is dedicated to inclusive excellence and acknowledges Adams State's purpose to foster the educational goals of its students and the well-being of the surrounding community. Position Summary: The Department of Music at Adams State University invites applications for a full-time tenure-track appointment in Piano at the rank of Assistant. The person appointed to this position will teach applied piano lessons and all levels of class piano in addition to biennial courses in Accompanying Practicum and Piano Literature and Pedagogy. The course load is 12 credits per semester. In addition, the individual will share departmental responsibilities with six other full-time faculty, advise students, serve on campus committees, accompany faculty recitals, and be active in departmental recruiting. Other teaching areas may be assigned depending on the qualifications of the candidate and departmental needs. Effective teaching, scholarship, creative activity, and service to the University are required for retention and promotion. and tenure. This is an academic year appointment. Mission of the Department of Music The Department of Music is an integral part of a liberal arts education and experience at Adams State University, providing innovative, personalized instruction and the skills, practical hands-on learning experiences, and career readiness to become successful; 21st-century music professionals. The Department of Music values diversity, equity, academic and musical excellence, and is committed to community engagement, service, and outreach. We recognize that "'women and people of color are often less likely to apply to a position if they don’t match 100% of the job qualifications. Don’t let that be the reason you miss out on this opportunity! We encourage you to apply if you can demonstrate many of these skills and competencies. Minimum Qualifications 1. Terminal degree in music. ABD considered. 2. A strong focus on teaching, including college teaching experience. 3. Demonstrates knowledge of, sensitivity to, and ability to work effectively with, the educational needs of individuals and groups with a diverse range of identities, cultures, backgrounds, and abilities. 4. Evidence of responsiveness to and understanding of the racial, socioeconomic, academic, and cultural diversity of Adams State University's student population. including students with different abilities (e.g. physical and or learning) as these factors relate to the need for equity-minded, inclusive practices within the classroom. 5. Demonstrated commitment to honesty, efficacy, and collaboration. The Music Department values an inclusive environment that facilitates collegial relationships, encourages mutual understanding among diverse individuals, and leads to addressing issues and differences in an atmosphere where all are valued and affirmed. 6. Ability and willingness to successfully recruit for the department and to work with high school students and directors. 7. Record of scholarly or creative activity and potential for continued creative growth. Preferred Qualifications: 1. Experience teaching and performing in multiple musical styles. 2. Ability or experience working with historically under-served and/or underrepresented populations, and first-generation college students. 3. Ability or experience in the recruitment and/or retention of underrepresented students, including students of color. 4. Commitment to professional development, scholarship, and service to the university and community. 5. Demonstrated self-awareness of one's own cultural beliefs, perspectives, and privileges as a part of one's orientation towards teaching. 6. Demonstrated decision-making that is informed by research, data, and theory and that leverages students' unique cultures, experiences, and backgrounds as strengths. Salary and Benefits: The pay range for this position is $47,580 to $50,544 commensurate with experience and education. In addition to salary, Adams State University offers a competitive benefits program including medical, dental, vision, disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, and retirement savings plans. For detailed benefits information please visit https://www.adams.edu/hr/benefits/ Opportunities for supplemental contracts may be available. The salary range reflects a minimum for an entry-level Assistant professor position to a maximum for an experienced Assistant Professor level position. How to Apply: Required Documents (details below): 1. Cover letter. 2. Curriculum vitae 3. Teaching statement. 4. Diversity statement. 5. Graduate transcripts (copies accepted, official transcripts required upon hire) 6. Electronic links to a solo piano performance and a private piano teaching video. 7. Three professional references. Completed applications should include the following: A detailed cover letter of application addressing teaching interest/experience as well as how professional interests and goals align with Adams's vision and values. We encourage applicants to discuss their commitment to scholarly and/or creative excellence. Additionally, we seek to learn how scholarly excellence is interwoven with their approach to service, teaching, mentoring, and affirming diverse perspectives. Teaching Statement: (include sample course syllabi) In addition to describing your approach to teaching in general, please address the following questions: What do you feel are the best strategies for supporting students who have been historically marginalized in music? What role should faculty play in student success? Diversity Statement: please address the following questions: Describe your life experiences and identities. and/or professional commitments have shaped your approach to enacting Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (EDI)? How does teaching at a small HSI with a sizable population of first-generation university students set in a rural environment align with your teaching interests/experience and professional goals? Curriculum Vitae. At least three professional references: name, job title, and contact information (email, phone) who can address the applicant's qualifications for the position. An electronic link to a solo piano performance video at least 20 minutes long. An electronic link to a private piano teaching video is at least 20 minutes long. Unofficial transcripts. Basic applications (resume, cover letter, transcripts) must be submitted at: https://adams.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/ASU However, additional materials may be sent directly via email as needed to the Search Committee Chair. Dr. Beth Robison. Search Committee Chair Department of Music Adams State University 208 Edgemont Blvd. CO 8 1 1 0 1 Email: brobison@adams.edu Phone: 719-587-7703 Priority will be given to those completed applications received by December l, 2023, and the position will remain open until filled. This appointment begins on August 20. 2024. Adams State University is committed to providing a safe and secure environment for its students, faculty, staff and visitors, and to protecting its funds, property and other assets. Well-informed hiring decisions contribute to this effort. Therefore, Adams State University has adopted a policy on background screening for its prospective, continuing, and returning employees as well as students in certain circumstances. Offers of employment will be contingent upon the completion of an acceptable background check. The information received in response to a background check will be treated as confidential to the extent provided for by law. Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Part 106 of the Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about the application of Title IX and CFR 106 to Adams State University (ASU) may be directed to ASU's Office of Equal Opportunity, Director Ana Guevara, and/or to the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights of the Department of Education. Support resources for sexual misconduct, ASU's sexual misconduct policies, contact information for the Adams State University's Office of Equal Opportunity & Title IX, as well as a detailed procedure for filing a grievance due to discrimination on the basis of sex may be found online at https://www.adams.edu/administration/oeo/reporting-sexual-harassment/. These procedures also describe the University's response to reports and/or complaints of sex discrimination or sexual harassment. Adams State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Applications are sought from all qualified persons regardless of race, color, sex, disability, and, as covered by law, veteran status. In addition, University policies prohibit discrimination on the basis of religion, national origin, ancestry, age, sexual orientation including transgender status and gender expression, marital status, and parental status. Adams State University is dedicated to fostering Inclusive Excellence and especially encourages applications from women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ community, veterans, individuals with disabilities, and other historically underrepresented populations. Given the university’s mission and student body composition, the institution is committed to increasing the diversity of its professional staff and is actively seeking qualified applicants who have experiences, skills, and/or personal attributes that augment the perspectives of our current faculty and staff; we will give particular consideration to qualified applicants with experience in ethnically diverse settings or who possess varied language skills and have a record of successful experience in engaging diverse communities and student populations. Additional information about the university and the academic mission may be found at www.adams.edu/academics/ Situated in the San Luis Valley, the campus is surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Sangre de Cristo and San Juan mountain ranges. With towering peaks of over 14,300 feet, the mountains provide variety of outdoor recreation in all seasons. Adams State Is The Most Publicly Diverse University in Colorado Join us for a learning experience that links education to community, fosters a sense of belonging, and celebrates diverse cultural and social perspectives. Adams State University’s driving purpose is to provide equitable access to education for all. We promote successful and engaged lives by caring for, connecting with, and challenging our students, campus, and community. Adams State has a long history of diversity and inclusion, and has been an established, respected Hispanic Serving Institution since 1998 (the first HSI in Colorado). We have an institutional commitment to serving and empowering Hispanic students. Here, HSI is more than just a designation; it’s a continual, energizing mix of intentional actions that enhance the education and experience of all our students. It’s not just a head count. It’s the way our students count — how each person is treated with the same high level of respect, inclusion and service, and how each person has an equal opportunity to grow and advance