Entry Level Professor of Music Jobs
New grad professor of music jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with limited experience, where a strong teaching portfolio or graduate assistantship work can matter more than years on a resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Education, Science & Research, and Government & Public Sector, with employers like Florida State University, North Carolina State University, and University of Mary Hardin-Baylor hiring at this level now.
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GENERAL OBJECTIVES:
The Assistant Professor will serve as the Head of the Music Education Division and the Program Director for the online master's degree.
Screening of applications will begin in November and will continue until the position is filled.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The candidate should hold the minimum of a doctoral degree in music or music education and have experience teaching in K-12 school environments. Preference will be for candidates with collegiate-level teaching experience in music education or other areas in music and those who have choral education experience. As a Christian university, DBU expects that full-time faculty are committed Christians and a member of a church. All DBU faculty members are expected to sign the University Commitment of Faith.
Applicants should also include the following when completing the employment application:
- Letter of interest
- Resume
- Three references and their contact information
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities will include managing and/or teaching courses in the music education degree program – courses may include but are not limited to, Elementary Methods I, Elementary Methods II, Secondary Methods, and various online master's courses. Depending on the candidate's credentials and experience, other coursework may also be included. Additional responsibilities include recruiting and advising students, and various aspects of service to the department and to the university.
WORK SCHEDULE:
This is a full-time, 12-Month faculty position.
WORK LOCATION:
This position will work on the main campus, located at 3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211.
- Must be a committed follower of Jesus Christ who remains in compliance with the University Commitment of Faith (Click Here to Read), including, but not limited to, believing in the DBU Core Convictions, being an active member of a local church that adheres to the DBU Core Convictions, conducting their lives in accordance with the Christian Code of Conduct, respecting and honoring DBU's Baptist Heritage, and upholding their lives and teaching in accordance with DBU's Statement of Human Sexuality.
- Must comply with all applicable University policies, procedures, rules, and standards of conduct as amended from time to time.
- Doctoral degree in music or music education
- Experience teaching in K-12 school environments
GENERAL OBJECTIVES:
The Assistant Professor will serve as the Head of the Music Education Division and the Program Director for the online master's degree.
Screening of applications will begin in November and will continue until the position is filled.
QUALIFICATIONS:
The candidate should hold the minimum of a doctoral degree in music or music education and have experience teaching in K-12 school environments. Preference will be for candidates with collegiate-level teaching experience in music education or other areas in music and those who have choral education experience. As a Christian university, DBU expects that full-time faculty are committed Christians and a member of a church. All DBU faculty members are expected to sign the University Commitment of Faith.
Applicants should also include the following when completing the employment application:
- Letter of interest
- Resume
- Three references and their contact information
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Responsibilities will include managing and/or teaching courses in the music education degree program – courses may include but are not limited to, Elementary Methods I, Elementary Methods II, Secondary Methods, and various online master's courses. Depending on the candidate's credentials and experience, other coursework may also be included. Additional responsibilities include recruiting and advising students, and various aspects of service to the department and to the university.
WORK SCHEDULE:
This is a full-time, 12-Month faculty position.
WORK LOCATION:
This position will work on the main campus, located at 3000 Mountain Creek Parkway, Dallas, TX 75211.
- Must be a committed follower of Jesus Christ who remains in compliance with the University Commitment of Faith (Click Here to Read), including, but not limited to, believing in the DBU Core Convictions, being an active member of a local church that adheres to the DBU Core Convictions, conducting their lives in accordance with the Christian Code of Conduct, respecting and honoring DBU's Baptist Heritage, and upholding their lives and teaching in accordance with DBU's Statement of Human Sexuality.
- Must comply with all applicable University policies, procedures, rules, and standards of conduct as amended from time to time.
- Doctoral degree in music or music education
- Experience teaching in K-12 school environments
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Entry Level Professor of Music Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level professor of music job?
Start by completing a graduate degree in music or music education, since most college-level positions require at least a master's degree, and many prefer a doctorate. Adjunct and visiting instructor roles are the most common entry points, so apply broadly to community colleges and smaller four-year institutions. A teaching demonstration portfolio, strong letters of recommendation, and evidence of performance or scholarly work give candidates a clear edge at this stage.
Which companies hire entry level professor of musics?
Companies hiring entry level professor of musics right now include Florida State University, North Carolina State University, and University of Mary Hardin-Baylor, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At the entry level, hiring tends to come from community colleges, conservatories, liberal arts colleges, and university music departments filling adjunct, lecturer, or visiting faculty positions.
Are there remote entry level professor of music jobs?
Yes, though most professor of music roles remain on-site given the hands-on nature of studio instruction and ensemble direction. About 8% of entry level professor of music openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with online music theory, music history, and ear-training courses being the most common remote-eligible options for new instructors.
Are these new grad professor of music jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior faculty roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of formal teaching experience, accepts graduate assistantships or private studio work in place of full teaching history, or invites candidates with a strong performance or academic portfolio rather than a lengthy credential record.
Which industries hire the most entry level professor of musics?
Entry Level professor of music roles concentrate in Education, Science & Research, and Government & Public Sector, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they maintain active music programs, frequently rely on adjunct instructors to cover specialized courses, and often seek new graduates who bring current pedagogical training and contemporary performance experience.