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Assistant/Associate Professor of Piano & Music History

Assistant/Associate Professor of Piano & Music History

The University of Valley Forge seeks a full-time professor in the area of applied piano and music history to commence in August 2025.

Essential Responsibilities

  • Demonstrate teaching competence in applied piano, class piano, music history, piano pedagogy, piano literature, and Fine Arts Appreciation.
  • Demonstrate teaching competence in contemporary worship styles, including playing by ear and improvisation using chord charts.
  • Serve as accompanist for students in general department recitals, junior recitals, and senior recitals.
  • Teach approximately 12-17 credit hours per semester.
  • Advise students in academic program and career objectives.
  • Engage in student recruitment, retention, and program development.
  • Perform tasks related to assessment of student learning.
  • Actively support and participate in department events and initiatives.
  • Serve on departmental and institutional committees.
  • Assist the Department Chair with selected administrative duties.
  • Be a collegial member of a dynamic, interactive faculty.
  • Demonstrate a personal commitment to Jesus Christ and actively participate in a local church. Faculty are expected to uphold the UVF lifestyle standards and serve as spiritual role models by living in accordance with Christian values.
  • Courses to be taught:
    • Music History I (Antiquity through Baroque)
    • Music History II (Classical through Modern)
    • Music History III (World music, Folk Music, and Jazz)
    • Applied Piano (Including improvisation & chord charts in contemporary worship)
    • Class Piano I & II
    • Piano Pedagogy
    • Piano Literature
    • Fine Arts Appreciation
    • Other courses as needed based on qualifications
  • Demonstrate commitment to the university mission of preparing individuals for a life of service and leadership in the church and in the world.

Spiritual Requirements

All employees must be openly committed followers of Christ and sign the UVF Community Covenant.

    • Evidence of a desire to grow in grace and in the knowledge of Christ.

    • An identifiable salvation experience.

    • A pattern of spiritual development characterized by prayer, Bible study, and regular attendance at a local church or involvement in church ministry.

    • A commitment to ministry and encouragement of others toward the same.

Qualifications

  • Master’s degree required, Ph. D. preferred.
  • Preference given to candidates with teaching experience on the university level.
  • Preference given to candidates who can teach piano improvisation and playing by ear in the context of contemporary worship styles (chord charts).
  • Experience in church music & worship desired.
  • Skills in music technology desired.

The University

The University of Valley Forge (UVF) is an accredited Christian university of the Arts, Sciences, and Professions located on a beautiful 100+ acre campus in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania. With 52 undergraduate majors, eight graduate programs, and dozens of credentialed and dedicated professors, UVF is committed to the mission to prepare individuals for a life of service and leadership in the church and the world.

The University hereby affirms its commitment to equal employment opportunity for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, gender, disability, age, genetic information, or status as a disabled veteran.

To be considered for this position, please email your resume to

University of Valley Forge

Academic Affairs
Email: AcademicAffairs@valleyforge.edu

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