Visiting Instructor​/Assistant Professor of Music, Choral​/Vocal Music Education

Choral/Vocal Music Education

Wartburg College is dedicated to challenging and nurturing students for lives of leadership and service as a spirited expression of their faith and learning. Founded in 1852, Wartburg College is a selective liberal arts college internationally recognized for its community engagement and academic excellence. Located in northeast Iowa, Waverly is an extraordinary "gigabit" community of more than 10,000 residents in the Cedar Valley metro near Waterloo and Cedar Falls, with an abundance of cultural, musical, and recreational opportunities.

Major Midwest metropolitan areas within driving distance include Des Moines, Iowa (2.5 hours);
Minneapolis/St. Paul, Minn. (3 hours);
Madison, Wis. (3.5 hours);
Rochester, Minn. (2 hours);
Chicago (5 hours); and Omaha, Neb. (4 hours).

Position:
Visiting Instructor/Assistant Professor of Music, Choral/Vocal Music Education

Starting Date:
August 2026

Timeline:
Screening of applications begins immediate and continues until position is filled.

Responsibilities:
Teach courses in music education, including preparation and supervision of student teachers; conduct Wartburg choral ensembles, as assigned; support student recruitment activities; other duties based on background and experience.

Qualifications:

Required:

Masters degree; minimum of three years of K-12 vocal music public school teaching experience, with a demonstrated record of success; record of successful college level teaching experience; willingness to support the mission of the College. Preferred:
Significant experience in K-6 and/or 7-12 vocal music education; evidence of excellence in choral conducting; an interest in general education. Ph.D., Ed.D. or DMA.

Salary:
Competitive

Contract:

Completed by Dean's Office

Application Procedure: Please upload the following:
1) curriculum vita
2) a letter of application describing your teaching, scholarship, and service experience/interests and how these will support the mission of Wartburg College
3) unofficial graduate transcripts
4) contact information for three references. For specific questions contact Brian Pfaltzgraff, Chair of Search Committee, ltzgraff. Department webpage:
Music at Wartburg | Wartburg College. Further information about the College and the city of Waverly may be found at https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)..