Mid Level Music Specialist Jobs

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.