14 Theatre & Dance jobs

Job no: 498975 Work type: Part-time Location: Cedar Valley Work Schedule: Varies (No more than 19.5 hours per week) Job Title Code FAA Salary Level Salary Range (Full-Time) Hourly Rate (Part-Time) $48.42 per hour Business Travel FLSA Exempt Position Type Faculty Position Summary Teaches students effectively in assigned classes and maintains office hours for student consultation. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with students of varying diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated skills in successfully working with diverse populations through experiences such as formal training and past work experiences. The ability to provide quality customer service. Physical Requirements May be required to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Minimum Knowledge and Experience (Campus HR adds degrees and/or certification by choosing from the following or as instructed by president or dean of division: For credit classes transferable towards a higher degree: Master’s degree or higher and at least 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline for credit courses. Master's of Arts or MFA degree in Drama or a Master's degree or higher with 18 graduate Hours in drama.  ***Official transcripts will be required at time of interview. ***Will be subject to a criminal background check.  Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.*** Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides students with a written course syllabus. Participates in the evaluation of the instructional process and uses innovative strategies to continually improve learning. Participates in development and support of their discipline by recommending books and materials, revising curricula, and recommending teaching assignments when appropriate. Maintains accurate and complete course records. Performs professional activities and assumes professional responsibilities as agreed upon with the division dean, and works with colleagues to achieve shared goals and visions. Values the collaborative process. Uses knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles and has the ability to incorporate diversity of delivery of such learning styles in instruction. Participates in student advising and registration. Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others. Meets professional assignments in accordance with the System’s calendar and contractual obligations. Complies with Districts board policy, state and federal policy, and the student code of conduct as appropriate. Commits to college mission and goals through participating in planning division objectives and budget requests. Serves on and attends college committees as assigned. Participates in campus commencement exercise(s) as required and attends other required college meetings and activities. Participates in his/her own performance appraisal. Demonstrates ability to work effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds. May work with student clubs and/or organizations. Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills to support and enhance effective interaction between Districts and other organizations, businesses and community groups as well as faculty, staff and students from diverse backgrounds. Promotes the college in the community by participating in a variety of marketing activities. Participates in professional development activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Advertised: 21 Oct 2019 Central Daylight Time Applications close: 31 Dec 2019 11:55 PM Central Standard Time

Job no: 498948 Work type: Part-time Location: Cedar Valley Work Schedule: Varies (No more than 19.5 hours per week) Job Title Code FAA Salary Level Salary Range (Full-Time) Hourly Rate (Part-Time) $48.42 per hour Business Travel FLSA Exempt Position Type Faculty Position Summary Teaches students effectively in assigned classes and maintains office hours for student consultation. Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with students of varying diverse backgrounds. Demonstrated skills in successfully working with diverse populations through experiences such as formal training and past work experiences. The ability to provide quality customer service. Physical Requirements May be required to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds. Minimum Knowledge and Experience Master's degree or higher in Dance or a Master's degree or higher or MFA with 18 graduate hours in Dance.  ***Official transcripts will be required at time of interview. ***Will be subject to a criminal background check.  Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check.*** Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides students with a written course syllabus. Participates in the evaluation of the instructional process and uses innovative strategies to continually improve learning. Participates in development and support of their discipline by recommending books and materials, revising curricula, and recommending teaching assignments when appropriate. Maintains accurate and complete course records. Performs professional activities and assumes professional responsibilities as agreed upon with the division dean, and works with colleagues to achieve shared goals and visions. Values the collaborative process. Uses knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles and has the ability to incorporate diversity of delivery of such learning styles in instruction. Participates in student advising and registration. Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others. Meets professional assignments in accordance with the System’s calendar and contractual obligations. Complies with Districts board policy, state and federal policy, and the student code of conduct as appropriate. Commits to college mission and goals through participating in planning division objectives and budget requests. Serves on and attends college committees as assigned. Participates in campus commencement exercise(s) as required and attends other required college meetings and activities. Participates in his/her own performance appraisal. Demonstrates ability to work effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds. May work with student clubs and/or organizations. Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills to support and enhance effective interaction between Districts and other organizations, businesses and community groups as well as faculty, staff and students from diverse backgrounds. Promotes the college in the community by participating in a variety of marketing activities. Participates in professional development activities. Performs other duties as assigned. Advertised: 21 Oct 2019 Central Daylight Time Applications close: 31 Dec 2019 11:55 PM Central Standard Time

The Department of Theatre at Auburn University in Auburn, Alabama invites applications for a tenure-track position in theatre at the rank of Assistant/Associate Professor, beginning fall semester 2020. The successful candidate will teach: a progressive four-semester acting sequence in the BFA Performance Program; Musical Theatre Acting; and, Voice and Movement Fundamentals. This individual provides leadership in the musical theatre area, coordinates acting/singing critiques in Music Theatre Rep class, and directs productions in rotation with other Theatre faculty. Requirements include a terminal degree in theatre performance by the start date, a demonstrated record of significant professional acting experience, and at least three years of university teaching. Secondary area of expertise in movement (circus skills, combat, tai chi, contact improvisation, etc.) is highly desirable. Ability to work with and collaborate as a member of a well-established artistic team is essential. Competitive salary, commensurate with experience and qualifications. Starting date will be August 16, 2020. Review of applications will begin January 15th, 2020. Search will remain open until position is filled.

Full time, non-tenure track, one-year appointment with the possibility of renewal for a second year. The Theatre school seeks a candidate who can bring a critical perspective on multiracial identities to teaching courses such as dramaturgy, theatre history, dramatic literature, and theory/criticism as well as in courses that draw on their particular artistic or research expertise. We seek a candidate, whose pedagogy reflects contemporary theory and scholarship regarding race, ethnicity, diaspora, or indigeneity, including how it intersects with gender, sexuality, disability, global and/or class considerations. Exact workload will be negotiated with the Dean based on candidate’s area(s) of expertise, interests and needs of the school.

POSITION TITLE: FACULTY, THEATRE STATUS: Full time Tenure Track DEPARTMENT: Fine Arts UNION: Faculty MINIMUM PAY RATE : Qualifications include education and related work experience. Adapt to new and changing situations and demonstrate a positive attitude. Demonstrate respect for students; understand learning styles and apply understanding to institution-related activities; demonstrate integrity and promote diversity and open communication. Fifteen credit hours a semester constitute a standard load. Course assignments may be late afternoon, evening, Saturday, and at branch campuses or satellite centers. Position is subject to all terms and provisions of the Joliet Junior College faculty contract. The assignment includes teaching multiple sections of Theatre 101 (Introduction to Theatre). May teach Principles of Directing, Stage Makeup, Costumes, Theatre Practicum, and/or Play Analysis. Direct 1-2 main stage productions per academic year. ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Fifteen (15) contact hours per semester; thirty (30) contact hours per year of assigned classes including multiple sections of Theatre 101 (Introduction to Theatre). May teach Principles of Directing, Acting I, Theatre Practicum, and/or Play Analysis; five (5) office hours per week is required. 2. Direct 1-2 main stage productions per academic year. 3. Work closely with other instructors and special programs and services within the college to determine placements, curriculum, and academic support. 4. Participate in course development, assessment, accreditation, and planning activities. 5. Participate in appropriate departmental meetings and recruitment activities; serve on committees. 6. Assist students with academic advising. 7. Demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and learning. 8. Demonstrate strong understanding and commitment to the community college mission. 9. Teach at other campus sites as needed. 10. Maintain a thorough knowledge of the subject matter necessary to teach the assigned course load and keep informed of developments in related areas. 11. Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and community needs. 12. Meet other contractual obligations as spelled out in the Joliet Junior College faculty contract. PHYSICAL DEMANDS 1. Normal classroom physical demands. WORKING CONDITIONS 1. Duties are performed indoors in the usual classroom and computer lab environment.

Florida State University seeks an experienced and accomplished Assistant Professor of Lighting Design for 9 month tenure track position beginning 2020-2021 academic year. The successful candidate’s primary responsibilities will include- Work with faculty to develop new Integrated Design Program(s). Recruit Graduate students annually. Teach Graduate lighting design/technology and projection design. (additional subjects possible) Possibly design lighting and projections for FSU School of Theatre productions. Serve on FSU School of Theatre committees as assigned. Continue to work on professional development with outside activities. Please see our website at http://theatre.fsu.edu for further information on our program and current faculty expertise. By valuing, celebrating and leveraging the differences and similarities within our community, we create a fertile environment for problem-solving – one that is more inventive and compassionate. All are encouraged to apply.

The School of Theatre at Florida State seeks a full time nine-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Costume Technology within the MFA in Costume Design program.  The successful candidate will teach three courses per semester, which may include costume construction, patterning and draping, and costume crafts. Other responsibilities include: overseeing the patterning of costumes by students built for productions and occasional patterning of costumes. The successful candidate will be someone who can communicate effectively with costume graduate and undergraduate students and collaborate successfully with designers, faculty and staff. This position begins in August 2020. The applicant must possess advanced expertise in patterning and draping techniques, solid knowledge of historical period shaping and fitting, experience with a wide variety of materials, and a proven record of professional costume construction methods. Experience in millinery construction, fabric modification, and costume crafts is preferred. Some knowledge of wig styling and maintenance is an added bonus.

Description -  The University of Nebraska at Omaha Theatre program seeks a tenure-track Assistant Professor with primary emphasis in scene design and a secondary emphasis in either sound, projections, or lighting. The ideal candidate will be a proven artist-teacher, an effective collaborator, able to expand the department’s artistic and teaching profile and be responsive to the needs of a diverse metropolitan university’s student population while maintaining substantial creative accomplishments in their professional discipline and making service contribution at and beyond the university.   Responsibilities -  Design scenery (and possibly other elements) for mainstage productions and, depending on design load, teach 2 to 3 classes per year. Possible courses include: Collaborative Design Studies, Challenges in Design, Drawing for the Theatre, Stagecraft and other courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. In addition, this position will serve as a mentor for students in the Theatre Program. Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. Desired start date is August 17, 2020.

Position Information   Position Type Adjunct Classification Title Adjunct Faculty Position's Functional Title AY19-20 Adjunct Faculty - Theatre, Music, Dance Position Start Date   Position End Date (if temporary)   Position Summary Governors State University’s College of Arts and Sciences seeks to create an available pool of Adjunct Faculty candidates to teach courses in our Theatre and Performance Studies program. Courses taught by adjunct faculty in the above program are primarily for undergraduates. Depending on qualifications and experience, graduate teaching opportunities may be available. Please visit http://www.govst.edu/cas/cmp for more information about the program and courses offered. We are particularly interested in adjunct faculty to teach courses in a variety of areas: In Dance, classes in Hip Hop, World Dance, African Dance, and Dance Therapy. In Music, classes in music history and theory such as African American Music, History of Jazz, 20th Century Music. In Theatre and Performance Studies, classes such as introductory theatre, storytelling, acting, directing, voice, movement, stagecraft, makeup design, sound design, scene design, costume design, lighting design, and stage management. Interested individuals are invited to complete a faculty profile, attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and a list of references for consideration. At Governors State University, adjunct faculty are hired as temporary faculty with teaching responsibilities for a specific course in a semester or summer session. Adjuncts are not part of the faculty bargaining unit and are not included in membership of the Faculty Senate. Minimum Qualifications A Master’s degree in Theatre, Performance Studies, Dance, Music, or a related discipline. Preferred Qualifications The ideal candidate will have experience teaching undergraduate, graduate, and/or online courses. Professional experience is also highly desired. Posting Date 07/01/2019 Closing Date 07/31/2020 Open Until Filled Yes Posting Number FA0262P Type of Search External Quicklink for Posting http://employment.govst.edu/postings/4547 Employee ID   Department   Special Instructions to Applicants    

The University of Tennessee Department of Theatre seeks a dynamic teacher of acting with experience in graduate and undergraduate instruction, and a record of professional accomplishment.  This position’s duties include teaching, mentoring and advising students in the acting concentrations of the BA and MFA programs. Additional expertise in teaching voice and speech for the actor is desirable. As a member of the Clarence Brown Theatre Company, this colleague will act or direct in one to two productions a year for the theatre. Other expectations include a continuing record of scholarly research and/or external creative activity and service to the university.    The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status.

The University of Tennessee Department of Theatre seeks a dynamic Voice Specialist for the actor, with expertise in graduate and undergraduate instruction and professional coaching.  This colleague would focus on the fundamentals of vocal production, text, speech and dialect for graduate (MFA) and undergraduate (BA) students; coach voice/text/speech in annual production assignments with the Clarence Brown Theatre (LORT and University productions); and possibly perform or direct.  Other expectations include a continuing record of scholarly research and/or external creative activity and service to the university.   The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment and admission without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, pregnancy, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, veteran status, and parental status.

Musical Theatre Director for Spring Musical (Rehearsal and Performance)