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Position Summary The Department of Music at the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John s University invites applications for a full-time, three-year appointment at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor in choral conducting and applied voice. We seek candidates who exemplify excellence in both choral and vocal pedagogy, a commitment to community building, and a strong interest in leading soprano-alto choral ensembles. An appreciation for the liberal arts learning environment is essential. Responsibilities RESPONSIBILITIES Primary teaching responsibilities include conducting the Women s Choir (an auditioned SA choir) and teaching applied voice. Depending on the candidate s areas of interest and expertise, other potential teaching responsibilities may include conducting the All-College Choir (a non-auditioned SATB choir), teaching Learning Foundations (an introductory writing-intensive course in the general education curriculum), or other topics to fulfill the needs of the department. The candidate will be responsible for teaching the equivalent of three 4-credit courses per semester plus contributing to departmental-level service and student advising. DEPARTMENT HIGHLIGHTS Accredited by the National Association of Schools of Music (NASM), the Music Department offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in music with concentrations in music education (instrumental and vocal) and a music minor. With over 450 students enrolled in applied lessons, ensembles, and music courses, the Department plays a vital role in the culture of our institutions. COLLEGE/UNIVERSITY HIGHLIGHTS The College of Saint Benedict (CSB), a liberal arts college for women, and Saint John's University (SJU), a liberal arts college for men, are located in the central lakes area of Minnesota, surrounded by more than 3,000 acres of pristine forests, prairies, and lakes. The campuses are minutes away from St. Cloud, an increasingly diverse regional center with a population of over 100,000, and 70 miles from Minneapolis and St. Paul. Some CSB/SJU faculty and staff choose to reside locally, while others commute from the Twin Cities. Both St. Cloud and the Twin Cities offer a wide range of fine arts, cultural, dining, recreational, and sporting opportunities. CSB and SJU are Catholic colleges in the Benedictine tradition enlivened by values of community, hospitality, stewardship, and justice. The schools are dedicated to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons. Students, staff and faculty from many diverse belief systems and backgrounds collectively bring a rich dimension to the academic, cultural, and religious experience at CSB and SJU. We welcome faculty who devote themselves with passion and integrity to their disciplines and to a transformative education of their students. Please view our brochure regarding Higher Education in the Catholic and Benedictine Tradition. With a total enrollment of approximately 2,900 students, faculty members develop relationships with students in small classroom settings and have opportunities to work closely with students on research projects, experiential learning experiences, and study abroad programs. Recent initiatives to create a dynamic general education curriculum and to develop plans for a new teaching and learning center demonstrate strong institutional support for faculty development. For additional information, see https://www.csbsju.edu/. Institutional Inclusion Visioning Statement The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John s University believe that an excellent liberal arts education requires an understanding and appreciation of cultural difference and that everyone deserves to feel safe and morally valued. To that end, we will challenge our own practices and systems. Our commitment to an inclusive environment will be incorporated into all decision-making processes. We dedicate ourselves to cultivating an equitable, inclusive community founded on respect for all persons. CSB and SJU ffer competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits program. For further information regarding CSB and SJU, visit http://www.csbsju.edu/about. To Apply Applications are accepted online by clicking on "Apply" above. Applicants are asked to provide the following materials: A letter of application which addresses how the applicant's education, teaching interests, and teaching and/or work experience meet the position qualifications. A statement of teaching philosophy, including how you will integrate diversity and support inclusion for all students in the classroom and use innovative/active-learning pedagogies. Curriculum vitae. Unofficial copies of transcripts; official copy required upon hire. Names and contact information of three references. Additional materials may be requested later in the search process, such as links to videos demonstrating conducting in ensemble rehearsal and performance, as well as videos demonstrating individual vocal performance and applied vocal lesson instruction. Review of applications will begin on November 15. The position will be open until filled. If you require an accommodation to participate in the College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University hiring process, please contact Human Resources at (320) 363-5500 or employment@csbsju.edu. It is the policy of CSB and SJU to conduct a pre-employment background check. An offer of employment is contingent upon a successful background check. The College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University are Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employers.