Smith College Hiring for Assistant Director of Choral Activities and Lecturer at Northampton, MA Full Time

Assistant Director of Choral Activities and Lecturer

Location:
Northampton, MA
Open Date:
Dec 11, 2023
Description:

 The Department of Music at Smith College invites applications for the position of Assistant Director of Choral Activities (ADCA) and Lecturer in Music, to begin July 1, 2024. This is a full-time, benefits eligible, two-year position, with the possibility of renewal for a third and final year. A Master’s degree is required by the time of appointment. Candidates from groups underrepresented in choral directing are encouraged to apply.

In collaboration with the Director of Choral Activities, the successful candidate will conduct the Glee Club and Chamber Singers regularly in rehearsal and in concert. The ADCA will also teach Introduction to Singing–a class for students with little to no singing experience–and Fundamentals of Music, which covers Western notation and basic elements of music theory, including intervals, keys, rhythm and meter. Candidates with experience in both choral conducting and classroom teaching are encouraged to apply. The position also carries the expectation of administrative responsibilities, and the successful candidate will possess the ability to work effectively with colleagues and student leaders. Further duties may include teaching private voice lessons and other related curricular responsibilities, as assigned by the chair. For decades, the ADCA has been a unique opportunity for pre-doctoral conductors. Previous holders have gone on to significant careers in the field. The position provides an opportunity to learn how to run a high-achieving choral program with guidance from a senior mentor. 

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is the largest women’s college in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts.  A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. Smith College offers opportunities to foster faculty success at every career stage, such as those listed here.  The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst.  Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges. Details about the Department of Music may be found at http://www.smith.edu/music/.

As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty.  The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.

 

Application Instructions:

Submit application at http://apply.interfolio.com/137887 with a cover letter, curriculum vitae, diversity/inclusion statement (see link), on one document please include web links to rehearsal(s) and performance(s) totaling no more than 30 minutes, and three confidential letters of recommendation. Finalists may be asked for additional materials. Applications will be reviewed starting January 15, 2024. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Smith College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or veteran status in the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by all applicable laws and regulations. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.