Associate Director of Bands and Artist Teacher of Instrumental

Appointment Type:
Non-Tenure Track
State

Title:

Clinical Specialist
Bargaining Unit: AFT

Employment Type:

35 hour workweek, Full-time
Expected Term: 8/8/26 - 6/9/28
Compensation:
Range $86,720.75 - $93,659.67

The College of New Jersey (TCNJ) is a highly selective institution consistently recognized as one of the top comprehensive colleges in the nation. Founded in 1855 as the New Jersey State Normal School, TCNJ maintains the eighth highest four‑year graduation rate among all public colleges and universities. It is ranked by Money as one of the top 15 public colleges “most likely to pay off financially,” and U.S. News & World Report rates it the No.

1 public institution among regional universities in the northeast.

The Department of Music welcomes applications for an Associate Director of Bands and Artist Teacher of Instrumental Performance. This full‑time, clinical specialist (non‑tenure track) position includes teaching, academic advising, and performance leadership.

• Conduct the TCNJ Concert Band and/or TCNJ Wind Orchestra.
• Serve as an artist‑teacher (private lesson faculty) in the candidate’s area of expertise.
• Teach additional courses in the music education curriculum based on the candidate’s area of expertise and departmental needs; possible courses include conducting, instrumental literature, brass/woodwind/percussion methods, and student teaching supervision.
• Serve as the academic advisor for a cohort of music majors and/or minors.
• Foster a high‑level performance and education environment within a diverse liberal arts context; exhibit excellent oral, interpersonal, and writing skills.
• Maintain awareness of current developments in secondary and post‑secondary education; participate in independent, departmental, and college‑wide recruitment and service activities.
• Develop and sustain relationships with local and regional music educators to support the stability and growth of the Department of Music.

• DMA in Conducting (instrumental emphasis); or terminal degree in music with appropriate artistic expertise and experience (ABD status effective by August 2026 will also be considered).
• Extensive experience and accomplishment as an instrumental conductor‑educator at the secondary and collegiate levels, including as a graduate assistant.
• Proven record of high‑level artistry and performance on the primary instrument, with experience in solo and ensemble settings and private studio teaching at various levels.
• Record of visibility in the profession, with the ability to attract talented students to the College and support departmental stability.

• Experience with private lesson teaching and studio development at the collegiate level.
• Familiarity with K‑12 teaching and/or instrumental pedagogy.
• Familiarity with athletic band instruction and development.

Employment at TCNJ is contingent upon successful completion of applicable background checks, reference checks, and verification of identity and authorization to work in the United States (Form I‑9).

Applicants who require a reasonable accommodation to apply or interview should contact hr.

• Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, and prescription plans.
• Generous leave entitlements program and Energy Savings Program.
• Employee and dependent Tuition Waiver and Reimbursement Program.
• Pension, retirement, and deferred compensation plans, group life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Employee affinity groups.
• New Jersey State Employee Discount Program (Pet insurance, cell phone plan discounts, discounted amusement park tickets, etc.).
• Access to extensive learning opportunities.

Qualified candidates should apply online and submit in PDF format:
1) a letter of application,
2) an up‑to‑date curriculum vitae,
3) contact information for a minimum of three current references familiar with the candidate’s work in academia/educational contexts. Only electronic submissions via TCNJ’s website will be reviewed. An initial review of applications will begin October 1. A final offer of employment is contingent upon completion…