Instructor, Choral Music/Director, Choral Activities Job at Morehead State University, Morehead, KY

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  • Morehead State University
  • Morehead, KY

Job Description

Posting Number: F00382P

Type of Appointment: FTF; Full-Time Fixed

CIP Code: 50.09 Music

Anticipated Employment Start Date for Position: 08/10/2026

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The department of Music & Theatre at Morehead State University is accepting applications for a full-time position as an Instructor, Choral Music/Director, Choral Activities. The anticipated start date is August 10, 2026.

Morehead State University is located in Morehead, KY, a designated Kentucky Trail Town, nestled in the Daniel Boone National Forest, in close proximity to Cave Run Lake. This location provides opportunities for a wide range of outdoor recreation activities. Morehead State University is recognized as one of the top public universities in the South by U.S. News & World Report. Additionally, Morehead State University is relatively close to a number of larger cities including Lexington, KY, Louisville, KY, and Cincinnati, OH. Morehead State University delivers a strong and affordable education for friendly, ambitious students who thrive in a student-focused learning environment defined by small class sizes and faculty committed to teaching and student success.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Teaches 30 credit hours per academic year, including 6 credit hours of organization and supervision of choral activities, in Choral Music, Vocal Music, Music Education general education, and other undergraduate courses in the assigned discipline or related field, as assigned by chair.

REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in music.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Evidence of experience in and potential for success in administration of choral events. Demonstrated excellence in teaching in higher education, particularly with first-generation college students; willingness to support high-impact learning. Evidence of scholarly, artistic, or professional achievements beyond the minimum qualifications for this rank.

SPONSORSHIP: This position is not budgeted for Visa Sponsorship.

Morehead State University is a comprehensive, regionally focused university providing high quality instruction at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The University has an enrollment of over 9,000 students. To apply, visit: and complete the MSU Application for Employment along with a Cover Letter, Curriculum Vita, Transcripts (Unofficial), Statement of Teaching Philosophy, two (2) Videos of Work Sample, three (3) Letter of Reference, and the name and contact information for three references. Review of applications will begin after the close date and continue until the position is filled. For preferred consideration, apply by January 31, 2026. Contact the Office of Human Resources at (606) 783-2097 should you have questions about our online application. Please contact Michele Paise, the search committee chair, at m.paise@moreheadstate.edu for questions regarding this position. MSU is an Equal Opportunity employer. Minorities, women, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

Organizational Relationships

An instructor reports to a department chair.

Working Conditions

The instructor will teach in typical classroom and internet-based environments. Travel to a regional campus or off-site location and some evening and/or weekend commitments may be required.

Accept References: No

Minimum Requests: 0

Job Tags

Full time, Work at office, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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