Forums — Job Vacancies
Assistant Professor of Saxophone, Ithaca College

Position: Situated in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of NY, The Ithaca College School of Music, Theatre, and Dance (MTD) invites applications for a full-time tenure-track Assistant Professor of Saxophone position to begin on August 16, 2024. Ithaca is a classic college town, quite simply a wonderful place to make music, teach, live, and work.  

Performance faculty are expected to perform at a high professional level on their instrument. Faculty are collegial and collaborative and do a significant amount of performing internationally, nationally, in the Central New York region and in nearby cities such as Syracuse, Rochester, Binghamton, and New York City. 

The saxophone professor will teach students in a range of degrees, including Bachelor of Music programs in Music Performance, Music Education, Music Education and Performance, Sound Recording Technology, Jazz Studies, Composition, Music in Combination with an Outside Field, as well as the B.A. in Music and the Minor in Music. While MTD offers a wide range of esteemed degree programs, the unique culture of the school promotes a sense of unity and purpose that fosters collaborative music-making among all students regardless of their major. 

Ithaca College faculty have a passion for collegiate teaching. The saxophone professor will teach undergraduate classes in areas such as weekly private lessons, studio performance classes, saxophone methods, chamber music, and other areas based on the candidate’s experience and the needs of the school. Faculty are expected to participate in departmental, school, and college-wide service, such as recruiting for their studio, Center for Music auditions, grading juries and recitals, assisting with ensemble placement auditions, and student advising, among other areas. The saxophone professor will also assist with the management of the school’s inventory of saxophones and related equipment. 

Qualifications: A master's degree is required. We prefer candidates who have a significant amount of professional performance experience, a record of successful college teaching, and who share our commitment to professional preparation within the context of an interdisciplinary and immersive liberal arts education.  

Application Instructions:  To apply, please attach (1) a current C.V. that includes names, affiliation and contact information for three references, and (2) a cover letter of no more than two pages that highlights your experience as a saxophone teacher and performer and presents your philosophy on teaching, outlining your contributions to creating an inclusive and equitable academic environment like our own. Do not submit any demo/performance recordings at the current time; demos may be requested later. For full consideration, please apply by October 10, 2023.

Ithaca College continually strives to build an inclusive and welcoming community of individuals, with diverse talents and skills from a multitude of backgrounds, who are committed to civility, mutual respect, social justice, and the free and open exchange of ideas. 

Ithaca College is building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the College is appreciated.

Questions about the online application may be directed to (607) 274-8000 or humanresources@ithaca.edu.

Visa sponsorship will be considered for this position. 

Hiring Range:  $60,100 - $79,950, dependent on discipline, qualifications and experience.

At Ithaca College, a comprehensive residential campus community of 6,500 students, we strive to be at the forefront of the higher education landscape. We offer a distinct integrative learning experience that makes students ready for the personal, professional, and global challenges of our age.

We seek candidates who embrace integrative learning and want to be a part of this exciting time in Ithaca College history. We encourage creative collaboration and innovation in our faculty and staff, providing support and resources for them to grow in their fields and lead students to their own innovative ideas and achievements.

We welcome different ways of thinking and look for candidates with unique points of view and life experiences. We are inclusive of individuals with a wide range of cultural, personal, and professional backgrounds, talents, and skills. Our campus is a vibrant and rewarding community where diverse minds can learn, succeed, and excel.

When reviewing candidates, we are looking for indicators of a number of core competencies. Prospective candidates must be adaptable, collaborative, inclusive, respectful, responsive, results driven, and sustainable. They must communicate effectively, demonstrate leadership, exhibit professional integrity and ethics, take initiative, value personal and professional development, and show that they will engage in the college.

Nestled in the heart of New York State’s scenic Finger Lakes region, Ithaca College sits atop South Hill overlooking picturesque Cayuga Lake and is just minutes away from the city center. Combining small town warmth and charm with the vibrancy of a college community, the thriving and culturally diverse city of Ithaca has been rated by Kiplinger’s as one of the top 10 places to live in the United States.

To learn more about Ithaca College, visit us at http://ithaca.edu