College Faculty: Music

Location: Elsah

Title: Music Faculty

Department/Location: Music

Position Type: Full-Time, 9-month

Summary

The Music Department seeks a faculty member who can teach a full course load in Music, including courses in the core music sequence, and directs a vocal or instrumental ensemble. Typically teaches 18-21 semester hours per academic year (6-7 courses per year). Additional duties include ongoing professional development in performance and/or scholarship, serving on campus-wide committees, assessment of academic programs, and supporting Christian Science-based character education in accord with Principia's mission as outlined in Education at The Principia.

The Music Department values faculty members with a passion for education, a commitment to scholarly engagement, ethos of service, leadership and collegiality. You will be a primary contributor to delivering on Principia's academic vision:

"Principia College's academic unit strives to create a collaborative and inclusive academic community where everyone feels a sense of belonging and sees each other as infinitely capable and divinely whole. Our rigorous globally-focused curriculum and character-based approach honors diverse perspectives and develops creative problem solvers who use their academic skills to benefit their communities and the world."

Who We Are

At our award-winning pre-K-12 school in St. Louis, Missouri, and top-ranked Principia College in Elsah, Illinois, Principia faculty and staff make up a close-knit community of educators, coaches, and professionals taking a distinct approach to education-blending academic excellence with Christian Science-based character education. Principia's team of over 500 employees supports not only Principia School and Principia College, but also a worldwide network of Alumni & Friends.

At Principia College, our globally-focused curriculum honors diverse perspectives and develops creative changemakers who use their academic skills for good in service to themselves, their communities, and the world. In-depth study meets real-world experience through study abroad programs, internships, capstone projects, and a robust slate of student activities, including a world-renowned mediation team, top-ranked solar car team, national champion rugby club, and the nation's oldest student-run public affairs conference.

Principia employees are part of an engaging academic community preparing students to be tomorrow's leaders, thinkers, and changemakers. We strive to create a collaborative and inclusive environment where everyone feels they belong and are valued.

Primary Responsibilities

• Teaches 18-21 semester hours per academic year in Music
• Is an active character educator in accordance with Principia's mission
• Teaches courses within the context of Principia's philosophy of liberal arts education
• Works closely with students to develop their thinking, reading, writing, research, and communication skills.
• Maintains office hours, meeting with students for academic advising, conferences, and academic support
• Supports the General Education curriculum, Freshman Year Experience, and writing program
• Maintains an active presence in the discipline through scholarly work and professional development
• Assists in departmental and Center work, including assessment, program review, and development of curriculum, and general business and decision making
• Serves on academic committees and leadership roles
• Supports metaphysically the mission and goals of the institution and its operations
• Supports the Music Department by participating in scheduled department events such as recitals, concerts, admissions weekends, etc.
• Supports student capstones and undergraduate performance in areas of expertise
• Incorporates music from diverse cultures and historical contexts in a way that fosters global citizenship, empathy, and understanding.

Core Competencies

• Technical Skills:
  Assesses own strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; shares expertise with others
• Inclusive: Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences while providing a safe learning environment
• Communication: Speaks and writes…