Becoming a Theory teacher

[kclee6337]

I absolutely love music theory. Any bit of spare time I have is spent on reading theory books and doing practice test. I would like to eventually one day become a Music Theory teacher at a college or university. Only problem is, I don't know how to get there.  I used to have a teacher who got a masters degree specifically in music theory and now thats what she teachers at a college. my question is, is there a special degree i have to have. or just get a regular music degree and apply and hope for the best? Also will I have to pay my dues and teach at a elementary level or high school level before I can teach at an upper level?

[scherzo123]

All I've heard is that you need to have some Bach in your repertoire to become a Ph.D. in piano...

[beethovenopus2no3movt2]

Yes, you will have to start out as a teacher K-12. Plus, you will need a teacher licence. That is about 29 extra credits in music, not including what it takes for a bachalors degree. Mastering music theory is very difficult. Good luck with that!