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We are a K-8 School of high expectations that creates the right learning culture for city students to thrive through our innovative use of time, personalized focus on each scholar and strong partnerships with scholar's families and the community. These leaders will have the unique opportunity to mold the next chapter of Emerald Academy by embracing the student-centered learning environment that every child will be college-bound and career ready.

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Music Teacher THE OPPORTUNITY: Emerald Academy is looking for an innovative, highly-motivated, and values-aligned leader to help grow scholars into leaders in urban Knoxville. EA is seeking individuals who are goal orientated and dedicated to the school's mission, vision, and values. These leaders will have the unique opportunity to mold the next chapter of Emerald Academy by embracing the student-centered learning environment that every child will be college-bound and career ready. Emerald Academy believes that it is possible to change the trajectory for our city's young people and that it can be done at scale. Faculty endeavor to work each day to help accomplish the school's three goals. Every scholar will read at or above grade level, every scholar will be well prepared to attend a four-year college, and EA will be ranked in the top 5% of all schools in the state of Tennessee. BENEFITS <ul><li>Medical, Dental, & Life Insurance </li><li>Short Term & Long Term Disability </li></ul><ul><li>Voluntary Vision Insurance </li></ul><ul><li>PTO </li></ul><ul><li>Paid Sick Leave </li></ul><ul><li>13 paid Holidays </li></ul><ul><li>School Holidays & Staff Development Days </li></ul><ul><li>Retirement - competitive Co. Contribution </li></ul>REPORTS TO: Director of Scholar Culture START DATE: 2026/2027 Academic Year TEACHER STARTING SALARY: $50,000 JOB GOALS<ul><li>Design and implement rigorous lessons and classroom instruction with a focus on student achievement determined by demonstration of mastery. </li><li>Create a classroom climate of high expectations that is focused and rewards perseverance through academically challenging materials. Holds all students accountable to themselves and collaboratively to classmates, while enthusiastically encouraging natural exploration and a love of learning. </li><li>Communicate and build strong partnerships with families through phone calls, conferences and home visits when appropriate. </li><li>Use current student data to drive instruction, planning and decision-making. </li><li>Work collaboratively utilizing all Emerald Academy team members to ensure students achieve at high levels. </li><li>Develop processes that encourage student self-assessment and self-monitoring. </li><li>Document, analyze, and summarize student progress based on both formal and informal assessment measures, in order to communicate with students, parents and other stakeholders. </li><li>Utilize technology to maintain student data and enhance student learning. </li></ul>QUALIFICATIONS<ul><li>Must hold a Tennessee Teacher License </li><li>Must meet highly qualified status for area(s) will be teaching. </li><li>Must posses a passion for the work itself </li><li>Must thrive in an innovative environment. </li><li>Must work collaboratively to form creative solutions </li><li>Must have record of demonstrated expertise in their domain -grade-level, and in teaching literacy </li><li>Must demonstrate a growth mindset-Flexibility to learn new methods and present ideas to improve learning and the school. </li><li>Must believe all kids can learn and achieve at high academic levels. </li><li>Must commit to being an active part of a staff that will never tire in its efforts to have all our scholars succeed academically. </li></ul> THE ORGANIZATION: Emerald Academy is Knoxville's first college preparatory charter school. We are committed to the singular focus of growing all our scholars into leaders. We are a K-8 School of high expectations that creates the right learning culture for city students to thrive through our innovative use of time, personalized focus on each scholar and strong partnerships with scholar's families and the community. We believe that all students should read at or above grade level by third grade. We are committed to have our students perform in the top 5% of the state within our first decade of existence. We will develop in our scholars the skills, habits and values for them to graduate from high school, enroll in college and succeed in life. Emerald Academy values its staff for their professional knowledge and abilities to foster student achievement. We will create an environment where teachers are empowered to make instructional decisions using the most current student evidence (data) and the team's instructional expertise. Emerald Academy is an equal opportunity employer.

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Planning and teaching classes, private lessons to music majors and non-majors alike as assigned and as outlined in the course descriptions and course syllabi. Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed.

Title: Adjunct Instructor – Music (Piano)Required Documents Needed to Upload at Time of Application: • Resume • Unofficial TranscriptsPosition Summary: To provide quality instruction for student learning and to maintain a positive learning environment in the classroom. The major emphasis will be placed on teaching and evaluating students in the classroom and laboratories.Department: Language Fine ArtsDuties and Responsibilities: 1. Planning and teaching classes, private lessons to music majors and non-majors alike as assigned and as outlined in the course descriptions and course syllabi. 2. Supervising the study and learning activities of students assigned. 3. Submitting requests through the department head, program coordinator, or lead teacher for equipment, supplies, textbooks, and other instructional aids. 4. Evaluating the academic progress of students. 5. Demonstrating knowledge of services, regulations, and procedures as defined in the Adjunct Faculty Handbook. 6. Submitting course grades and performing other administrative duties as required. 7. Scheduling two office hours. For extenuating circumstances in which office hours cannot be scheduled, the adjunct faculty member must submit a written plan to the Dean describing how students can access the instructor. Office hours are not paid during the summer session.Required Qualifications: Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college/university with at least 18 graduate semester hours in the Music teaching fieldAvailability/Closing Date: This posting is not a guarantee of an open position. Applications for adjunct faculty positions are accepted continuously and reviewed by the department if openings are available. Adjuncts are hired on an as-needed basis. Future teaching assignments are on a term-by-term basis, which may include fall, spring, and summer. Postings close yearly on January 31; to maintain your application within the system, you will need to re-apply each year.Special Instructions to Applicants: To be considered for a position at Pellissippi State, you must create an on-line application. Your skills, abilities, qualifications, and years of experience will be evaluated using only what is recorded on your application. Please note: attaching a resume does not substitute for completion of the application form. Part-time work experience is calculated at 50% of full-time experience. Please note: to scan, upload, or attach documents, a computer and scanner are available at the Hardin Valley Campus Educational Resources Center, if needed.Pellissippi State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, disability, age (40+), status as a protected veteran, genetic information, or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by Tennessee Board of Regents policies concerning all employment and education programs and activities. View the nondiscrimination policy. For questions or concerns, please contact George Underwood at gtunderwood@pstcc.edu or 865-539-7354.The College reserves the right to assign every employee work that fulfills the strategic priorities and mission of the CollegeIf you have any problems or questions, please contact Pellissippi State Community College’s Human Resource Office at 865-694-6607 or by email at recruiting@pstcc.edu.If you are interested in this position, click on the link to the top left to apply. #mrp

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The successful candidate will cultivate strong relationships with area musicians, high schools, and churches, recruit and retain students, prepare ensembles for university and community performances, and collaborate in worship-related initiatives, including assisting with small worship-leading ensembles. Primary responsibilities include directing an expanding range of choral ensembles that serve both the academic and worship life of the university with a particular emphasis on ensembles performing highly skilled classical choral repertoire and contemporary Christian worship music.

Carson-Newman University is a Christian liberal arts-based University built upon the Lordship of Jesus Christ as evidenced historically and revealed in the Scriptures.Our mission as Christian educators is to help our students reach their full potential as educated citizens and worldwide servant leaders.Job Title: Assistant Professor of Music
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Department: School of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences
Music DepartmentReports To: Chair of the Dept of Music, Dr. Chris HeadleyLocation: On-site
FLSA Status: Exempt
Annual duration: 9-month
Expected hours per week: Full-time, including some nights and weekend work. (Part-time hours if applicable)Summary DescriptionThis full-time tenure-track position will begin August 2026. Primary responsibilities include directing an expanding range of choral ensembles that serve both the academic and worship life of the university with a particular emphasis on ensembles performing highly skilled classical choral repertoire and contemporary Christian worship music. The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to lead choirs with artistic excellence, musical depth, and theological awareness across both traditions.Additional responsibilities may include teaching courses in conducting, diction, choral literature, vocal pedagogy, or other areas based on the candidates expertise and departmental needs. Choral faculty may also participate in Summer Music Camps and Honor Choir events for high school students.Ideal CandidateThe ideal candidate will show a deep appreciation for the full breadth of choral music in both the church and the academy and will be committed to mentoring students as musicians, worship leaders, and servant-leaders. The successful candidate will cultivate strong relationships with area musicians, high schools, and churches, recruit and retain students, prepare ensembles for university and community performances, and collaborate in worship-related initiatives, including assisting with small worship-leading ensembles.Faculty ResponsibilitiesFaculty are expected to engage in academic advising, committee service, and other responsibilities consistent with a tenure-track appointment.Essential FunctionsAs an intentionally Christian academic community, hiring Christian educators, all employees will be expected to advance the mission, vision, and identity of Carson-Newman University as defined in university policy and expressed in our strategic plan, and are expected to work as cooperative and collegial members of the University.The University expects all employees to conduct themselves in a manner that is appropriate for a Christian institution and to be worthy examples in moral conduct and behavior for the students of the University and fellow employees both on and off campus.Regular attendance during scheduled work hours reflects a commitment to our shared mission and the campus community. If applicable, all work must be performed in alignment with the terms of the signed contract.As Christian educators, all employees of the University should regularly attend and actively participate in a local church.Additional Essential FunctionsThis description is designed to describe the general nature of the job and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, and duties. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned and included in assessments and reviews.EducationDMA or PhD. in Music preferred. ABD and masters degree candidates will be considered.ExperienceFive years of experience in collegiate choral faculty preferredRequired SkillsChoral ConductorPhysical DemandsThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at a time. Must be able to access and navigate campus facilities.

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