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Job ID: 16782
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Assistant Professor of Instruction/Practice – Choral Music
The University of Texas at San Antonio College of Liberal and Fine Arts and School of Music invites applications for the Assistant Professor of Instruction/Practice – Choral Music.
The University of Texas at San Antonio
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.
The College of Liberal and Fine Arts
UT San Antonio's College of Liberal and Fine Arts (COLFA) is the university's most academically varied college, playing a central role in the education of nearly every UT San Antonio student. Home to a broad spectrum of disciplines, including the arts, humanities, and social sciences, COLFA empowers students with the critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills necessary to excel in today's complex, global landscape.
With 10 distinct departments and schools offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degrees, COLFA prepares students for careers in fields as varied as public service, education, media, the arts, and beyond. The college is also a hub of research and creative activity, where faculty and students contribute innovative scholarship and artistic works that engage with pressing societal issues and enrich discourse internationally.
In addition to its commitment to academic excellence, COLFA plays a vital role in the community and intellectual life of San Antonio and South Texas through public lectures, performances, exhibitions, and community partnerships.
For more information about the College of Liberal and Fine Arts, please visit https://colfa.utsa.edu.
The School of Music
The UT San Antonio School of Music cultivates innovation, artistry, and scholarship while amplifying and enriching our community through music and performing arts. We empower students by nurturing their musicianship, integrating their personal values and goals into their professional identities, and fostering discovery and growth.
The School of Music offers degree programs leading to the Bachelor of Music in music education, performance, composition, and music marketing, a Bachelor of Arts in Music, including a new option for a Bachelor of Arts in commercial and digital music, and the Master of Music in music education, conducting, performance, and performance/pedagogy. The faculty comprises more than 60 full- and part-time members who serve a student body of over 340 undergraduate and graduate students. Our faculty and students have been recognized regionally, nationally, and internationally for excellence in research, teaching, and creative works.
The School of Music occupies a facility that includes a 500-seat Recital Hall, two large rehearsal halls, practice rooms, classrooms, piano and music technology labs, and faculty studios and offices. UT San Antonio is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.
Salary Range: Between $45,050-$49,300 annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
Job Type: Full Time
Position Summary
The successful candidate will conduct choral ensembles, teach a rotation of music education courses (choral literature, secondary vocal music, vocal techniques for instrumentalists, music technology for music educators), and teach other courses as appropriate and as needed in the choral music curriculum. The standard teaching load for this position will be four classes per semester. The candidate will also be expected to establish and maintain a high profile and positive presence in the university, community, public schools, and the region, as well as a successful record of teaching and service as defined by the needs of the school. This position calls for a dynamic individual committed to furthering the legacy of an established choral and vocal education program in collaboration with the Director of Choral Activities.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in choral conducting or choral music education.
- Record of successful college-level teaching experience as a choral director.
- Minimum of three years of K-12 choral teaching experience.
- Possess strong communication and organizational skills, as well as exhibit skills in musicianship, conducting, and rehearsal techniques.
- This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preference will be given to candidates with an earned doctorate in choral conducting or choral music education.
- Minimum of three years of college teaching experience.
- Growing reputation as a conductor and clinician.
- Record of successful student recruitment and retention.
- To be considered for Assistant Professor of Instruction, the candidate must hold the terminal degree.
Application Process
To apply, applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document:
- A current curriculum vitae
- Complete contact information for at least three professional references
- Letter of interest describing the applicant's professional experience, highlighting any work in choral conducting and choral music education.
Do not send other supporting materials at this time. Candidates chosen to move to the next stage of the process will be asked to send a document containing links to videos of choral rehearsal and performance. Please direct questions to Dr. John Zarco, Chair of the search committee, at John.Zarco@utsa.edu
Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 12/7/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 16782
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Position Information
Assistant Professor of Instruction/Practice – Choral Music
The University of Texas at San Antonio College of Liberal and Fine Arts and School of Music invites applications for the Assistant Professor of Instruction/Practice – Choral Music.
The University of Texas at San Antonio
The University of Texas at San Antonio (UT San Antonio) is a nationally recognized, top-tier public research university that unites the power of higher education, biomedical discovery and healthcare within one visionary institution. As the third-largest research university in Texas and a Carnegie R1-designated institution, UT San Antonio is a model of access and excellence — advancing knowledge, social mobility and public health across South Texas and beyond. UT San Antonio serves approximately 42,000 students in 320 academic programs spanning science, engineering, medicine, health, liberal arts, AI, cybersecurity, business, education and more. With 17,000 faculty and staff, UT San Antonio has also been recognized as a Top Employer in Texas by Forbes Magazine. Learn more online, on UT San Antonio Today or on X, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube or LinkedIn.
The College of Liberal and Fine Arts
UT San Antonio's College of Liberal and Fine Arts (COLFA) is the university's most academically varied college, playing a central role in the education of nearly every UT San Antonio student. Home to a broad spectrum of disciplines, including the arts, humanities, and social sciences, COLFA empowers students with the critical thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills necessary to excel in today's complex, global landscape.
With 10 distinct departments and schools offering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate degrees, COLFA prepares students for careers in fields as varied as public service, education, media, the arts, and beyond. The college is also a hub of research and creative activity, where faculty and students contribute innovative scholarship and artistic works that engage with pressing societal issues and enrich discourse internationally.
In addition to its commitment to academic excellence, COLFA plays a vital role in the community and intellectual life of San Antonio and South Texas through public lectures, performances, exhibitions, and community partnerships.
For more information about the College of Liberal and Fine Arts, please visit https://colfa.utsa.edu.
The School of Music
The UT San Antonio School of Music cultivates innovation, artistry, and scholarship while amplifying and enriching our community through music and performing arts. We empower students by nurturing their musicianship, integrating their personal values and goals into their professional identities, and fostering discovery and growth.
The School of Music offers degree programs leading to the Bachelor of Music in music education, performance, composition, and music marketing, a Bachelor of Arts in Music, including a new option for a Bachelor of Arts in commercial and digital music, and the Master of Music in music education, conducting, performance, and performance/pedagogy. The faculty comprises more than 60 full- and part-time members who serve a student body of over 340 undergraduate and graduate students. Our faculty and students have been recognized regionally, nationally, and internationally for excellence in research, teaching, and creative works.
The School of Music occupies a facility that includes a 500-seat Recital Hall, two large rehearsal halls, practice rooms, classrooms, piano and music technology labs, and faculty studios and offices. UT San Antonio is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music.
Salary Range: Between $45,050-$49,300 annualized, commensurate with education, experience, and qualifications.
Job Type: Full Time
Position Summary
The successful candidate will conduct choral ensembles, teach a rotation of music education courses (choral literature, secondary vocal music, vocal techniques for instrumentalists, music technology for music educators), and teach other courses as appropriate and as needed in the choral music curriculum. The standard teaching load for this position will be four classes per semester. The candidate will also be expected to establish and maintain a high profile and positive presence in the university, community, public schools, and the region, as well as a successful record of teaching and service as defined by the needs of the school. This position calls for a dynamic individual committed to furthering the legacy of an established choral and vocal education program in collaboration with the Director of Choral Activities.
Required Qualifications
- Master's degree in choral conducting or choral music education.
- Record of successful college-level teaching experience as a choral director.
- Minimum of three years of K-12 choral teaching experience.
- Possess strong communication and organizational skills, as well as exhibit skills in musicianship, conducting, and rehearsal techniques.
- This position may require the ability to maintain the security and integrity of UT San Antonio and its infrastructure per Texas EO-GA-48.
Preferred Qualifications
- Preference will be given to candidates with an earned doctorate in choral conducting or choral music education.
- Minimum of three years of college teaching experience.
- Growing reputation as a conductor and clinician.
- Record of successful student recruitment and retention.
- To be considered for Assistant Professor of Instruction, the candidate must hold the terminal degree.
Application Process
To apply, applicants must upload the following in a single PDF document:
- A current curriculum vitae
- Complete contact information for at least three professional references
- Letter of interest describing the applicant's professional experience, highlighting any work in choral conducting and choral music education.
Do not send other supporting materials at this time. Candidates chosen to move to the next stage of the process will be asked to send a document containing links to videos of choral rehearsal and performance. Please direct questions to Dr. John Zarco, Chair of the search committee, at John.Zarco@utsa.edu
Posting Close Date: Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM CDT on 12/7/2026. At the discretion of the hiring department, this posting may close once a sufficient number of qualified applications have been received.
This position will work primarily on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.
This position is contingent upon a successful background check. Verification of a valid driver's license and Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) may be completed as applicable. Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
Equal Employment Opportunity
As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination.
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant professor of instruction jobs.
- Master's or doctoral degree in the relevant academic discipline
- Prior college-level teaching experience in the subject area
- Demonstrated ability to develop and revise course curricula
- Experience with learning management systems such as Canvas or Blackboard
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for diverse student populations
- Ability to teach multiple sections across day, evening, or online formats
Tips for Your Assistant Professor of Instruction Job Search
Tailor your teaching portfolio precisely
Committees read dozens of applications, so your teaching statement should address the specific student population and course load in each job ad. Generic statements about pedagogy get skipped. Customize two or three sentences per application to the department's stated needs.
Distinguish yourself from tenure-track applicants
Many assistant professor of instruction roles prioritize teaching load capacity and curriculum development over research output. Lead your cover letter with instructional experience and course design rather than publications, since search committees for these positions weight them differently than tenure-track searches.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant professor of instruction openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by course modality
Some departments specify hybrid or online delivery in their postings, which signals a different classroom management and LMS expectation. If you have documented experience with asynchronous course design or recorded lecture formats, flag that explicitly in your application materials.
Prepare a teaching demonstration that shows method
Most finalists for assistant professor of instruction positions deliver a sample class. Choose a concept that lets you show active learning or scaffolded instruction rather than a straight lecture, since committees want to see how you engage students, not just what you know.
Follow up with a specific, brief thank-you
After a campus or video interview, send a short note within 24 hours that references one specific exchange from your conversation. This signals genuine interest in that department rather than a form letter, which matters when a committee is deciding between closely matched finalists.
Assistant Professor of Instruction Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant professor of instructions?
The companies hiring the most assistant professor of instructions right now include University of South Florida, The University of Akron, and Texas State University, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Ohio, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Community colleges and large public university systems consistently post the highest volume of these non-tenure-track instructional roles.
How many assistant professor of instruction jobs are remote?
About 40% of assistant professor of instruction openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting strong demand for online course delivery. Sub-areas such as writing, business communication, and introductory computing tend to have the highest share of fully remote sections, while lab-based science and clinical instruction roles remain predominantly on-campus.
How do you become an assistant professor of instruction?
Start by completing a master's degree in your field, since most institutions require it at minimum and many prefer a doctorate for STEM or professional disciplines. Build a record of classroom teaching through adjunct positions, graduate teaching assistantships, or instructional roles at community colleges. Develop a teaching portfolio that includes a teaching statement, sample syllabi, and course materials, then apply to non-tenure-track instructional faculty openings at institutions that match your discipline and preferred course load.
Can you get hired as an assistant professor of instruction with little experience?
Yes, but you need to frame the experience you do have around instructional impact rather than research. Graduate teaching assistantships, tutoring center work, corporate training roles, and even guest lectures count when you describe them in terms of curriculum design and student outcomes. Community colleges and continuing education programs are more open to candidates with limited formal teaching records, especially in high-demand fields like nursing, information technology, and business.
What does the assistant professor of instruction interview process look like?
Most searches begin with a video screening interview focused on teaching philosophy, course load capacity, and fit with the department's student population. Finalists are typically invited for a campus visit that includes a teaching demonstration open to students and faculty, followed by one-on-one meetings with department leadership and sometimes a dean. The committee usually deliberates within a few weeks of campus visits before extending an offer, though timelines vary by institution size and the number of positions being filled simultaneously.
Where can I find and apply to assistant professor of instruction jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant professor of instruction jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from colleges, universities, and professional schools across the United States. Find roles that match your discipline, teaching background, and preferred modality, then apply directly to each listing from the page.
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