Music Educator Vacancies in Faith-Based K–12 Schools in the United States: 2013–2014

The purpose of this study was to analyze and summarize characteristics of music educator vacancies in faith-based K–12 schools in the United States for the 2013–2014 academic year. Data extracted from placement notices and supplemental sources included demographic information, job responsibilities,...

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Published in:Update : applications of research in music education 2015-11, Vol.34 (1), p.60-65
Main Author: Hash, Phillip M.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Christianity
Elementary and Secondary Education
Elementary Secondary Education
Employment Opportunities
Employment Patterns
Employment Qualifications
Employment Statistics
Faculty Mobility
Judaism
Music Education
Music Teachers
Parochial Schools
Private Schools
Religion
School Demography
Teacher Education
Teacher Recruitment
Teacher Shortage
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Summary:The purpose of this study was to analyze and summarize characteristics of music educator vacancies in faith-based K–12 schools in the United States for the 2013–2014 academic year. Data extracted from placement notices and supplemental sources included demographic information, job responsibilities, and employment requirements for 153 listings in 41 states and the District of Columbia. The majority of openings sought music teachers capable of articulating a personal faith and working with multiple grade levels (elementary, middle school, high school) and content areas (general, choral, instrumental). Additional findings related to full-time equivalent status, nonmusic duties, and required/preferred applicant certification, experience, and faith/denominational membership. This research will help specify requirements and expectations for music teachers in faith-based schools to (a) identify qualified candidates, (b) aid potential applicants in the job search process, and (c) inform music teacher educators how best to advise and prepare students for these educational settings.
ISSN:8755-1233
1945-0109
2377-231X
DOI:10.1177/8755123314548048