Director of Choral Activities BL (Instructor) - Music, Theatre & Dance - AY 25/26

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Commonwealth University – Bloomsburg is pleased to invite applications for the full-time, non-tenure track (full-time, temporary) position of Director of Choral Activities in the Department of Music, Theatre & Dance beginning August 2025.

The successful candidate will be a dedicated choral musician with demonstrated accomplishment as a conductor and educator with primary duties of conducting the CU-Bloomsburg Concert Choir and TTBB choir, and coordinating with other associated faculty in matters related to ensemble budgeting, recruitment, program development, and administrative responsibilities. Secondary duties may include work in one or more of the following areas, pending the successful candidate’s expertise: music theory, music technology, modern/pop music, choral methods and techniques, or applied voice.

Preference will be given to applicants who have successful undergraduate teaching and conducting experience, an earned doctorate or equivalent professional experience, are adept at community engagement, and are committed to student recruitment. They will assist in facilitating on-campus service and community outreach opportunities for local schools.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a collaborative attitude and assist in ongoing program assessment, revision, and enhancement. The successful candidate will also work alongside fellow music faculty to develop choral music curricula and maintain NASM standards for vocal music education. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain relationships with local and regional K-12 music educators, maintain an active schedule of recruitment and guest conducting, provide workshops and actively participate in professional choral and music education organizations, and develop regional and national visibility as an ensemble director and educator. Preference will be given to candidates who have demonstrated success in engaging college students in the classroom, studio, rehearsal space, and community. The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to mentoring students and should possess significant experience with trends in public school settings.

The home campus for this position is Bloomsburg.

About the Department: The CU-Bloomsburg music unit provides an environment that promotes academic, musical and personal growth, as well as intellectual, ethical, and aesthetic values. The department serves the regional, national and international communities by developing human and material resources. The Department of Music, Theatre & Dance is committed to stimulating a continuous pursuit of knowledge, understanding and skills by students and faculty.

The music unit offers the following NASM-accredited degree programs: The Bachelor of Music (BM) degree with majors in Music Education, Music Performance, Music Business, and Music Technology and the Bachelor of Arts (BA) degree with a major in music, CU-Bloomsburg is one of three campuses that make up Commonwealth University of PA, (a member of the Pennsylvania State System of Higher Education) with the other two campuses in Mansfield and Loch Haven, PA.

Students at Bloomsburg study with distinguished faculty who are eager to help them achieve their performance and educational goals. The department features numerous large and small performing ensembles, including orchestra, bands, choirs, and chamber ensembles. Graduates are regularly accepted into graduate programs in music throughout the country, are active as performers throughout the United States, and include some of the finest music educators in the northeast. Bloomsburg graduates proudly have an almost 100% placement rate between job placement and graduate school. The Bloomsburg music unit offers everything an aspiring musician needs to succeed. The music unit at Bloomsburg has 15 faculty members and a student body of about 40 majors. The department is an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM). The campus is located within Columbia County. The campus is centrally located with Philadelphia just under 2 hours south, Harrisburg 1.5 hours south, and New York City – 3 hours east.

About the College: The College of Arts, Humanities, Education, & Social Sciences (CAHESS) serves as a vibrant hub of interdisciplinary exploration, fostering critical thinking, creativity, and empathy. With a diverse range of programs spanning from literature to sociology, education to psychology, students are empowered to understand the complexities of human experiences and drive positive change in their communities. Guided by renowned faculty and fueled by a passion for discovery, students are actively shaping a more inclusive and enlightened future.
The Northeast Integration of Bloomsburg, Lock Haven, and Mansfield universities was confirmed via a unanimous vote by the Pennsylvania State System Board of Governors in July 2021. The Northeast university integration is a bold investment in the communities and people of Northeastern Pennsylvania that will allow all three institutions to continue sustainably fulfilling their missions. Our shared vision, centered on student success, is to expand high-quality educational opportunities for students, position the integrated institution for growth, and meet regional economic and workforce needs across Pennsylvania. The State System and its universities are committed to cultivating diverse, equitable, and inclusive environments that allow all members of the State System community to thrive.

Minimum Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

A complete application includes:

Applications must be submitted online by April 15, 2025, for full consideration. Position will remain open until filled. Questions may be directed to Search & Screen Committee Chair: Dr. Amelia Garbisch (agarbisc@commonwealthu.edu).

Finalist(s) for this position must communicate well and successfully complete an interview process, teaching demonstration, and ensemble rehearsal demonstration.Recommendation for hiring is needed from a majority of the regular, full-time department faculty. Completing this search is contingent upon student enrollment and available funding.

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