Sessional - Faculty - (02050.10840)

Thompson Rivers University; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Thompson Rivers University is seeking a sessional instructor to teach Acting Appreciation in Summer 2025 within the Faculty of Arts. This role requires an M.F.A. in Theatre/Performance and focuses on instilling appreciation for acting techniques and stage performance. The anticipated start date is May 5, 2025, with a closing date for applications on March 7, 2025.

Qualifications

• Candidates should have a strong background in Theatre/Performance.
• Must be able to provide a current CV with referees.

Responsibilities

• Teach 1 section of Acting Appreciation (THTR 1110).
• Examine basic aspects of acting including stage movement, improvisation, and character development.

Education

M.F.A. (Theatre/Performance)

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Application Restrictions

Open to both Internal and external

Job Type

Faculty (Sessional)

Posting In effect from

24/2/2025

Closing Application Date

7/3/2025

Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled.

Instructional Type

Academic/Career(max 24 credits)

Anticipated Start Date

5/5/2025

Position End Date (If Applicable)

20/6/2025

DUTIES

The department of Literatures, Languages, and Performing Arts at Thompson Rivers University requires a sessional instructor to teach 1 section of Acting Appreciation (THTR 1110) in Summer 2025 (session 1)

Instruction in THTR 1110 includes an examination of some basic aspects of acting including: stage movement, improvisation, and character development. This course is designed to develop the actor’s inner resources so they can begin to appreciate that acting, like other traditional art forms, demands a methodical approach for the development of a techniques that can then be applied in the presentation of a finished product.

QUALIFICATIONS

M.F.A.(Theatre/ Performance) Required.

All candidates should submit a current CV including names of 3 referees along with contact information.

Pay Band

$2,575.50 - $2,575.50 ( Sessional Faculty - Academic (per credit) )

Location

# of Hires Needed

1

Organizational Unit

Thompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Arts -> Literatures, Languages & Performing Arts

Diversity and Inclusion Commitment:

Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.

NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit ourCareers website . External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.