Adjunct- Dance (8479)

Friends University; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 34,000 - 69,000; Part time

Job summary

Friends University in Wichita, KS seeks a Part-Time Dance Instructor to teach per schedule at the university campus. The role involves leading classes, demonstrating multiple dance styles, and coordinating with the dance program and guests.

The ideal candidate holds an undergraduate degree in dance or pedagogy (master's preferred) and has experience teaching at the college level. Choreography and event production duties are included, with opportunities to showcase student works.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in dance or pedagogy is required.
• Experience teaching dance at the college level preferred.
• Choreography for productions is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Teach all class meetings per the published schedule.
• Demonstrate and perform a variety of dance styles.
• Invite guest teachers/clinicians to the class as appropriate.
• Communicate regularly with supervisor, program colleagues, and students.
• Contribute original choreography for productions as needed.
• Prepare student numbers and direct the annual Dance Showcase.
• Explore attendance at dance conferences or community opportunities.

Skills

Dance teaching

Choreography

Public speaking

Education

Undergraduate degree in dance or dance pedagogy

Master's degree in dance or dance pedagogy

Job description

Job Details

Job Location: 2100 W University Ave - WICHITA, KS 67213
Position Type: Part Time

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach all class meetings per the published schedule.
• Ability to perform and demonstrate a variety of dance styles.
• Invite guest teachers/clinicians to the class as appropriate.
• Communicate regularly and effectively with relevant parties (i.e. supervisor, program colleagues, and students)

PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS

• Demonstrate excellence of technique and professionalism as a dancer.
• Communicate clear expectations for course objectives, and in collaboration with other instructors and students.
• Be able and willing to represent the university in the most positive manner with prospective, former and current students, clients, and the community we serve.

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

• Contribute original choreography for productions as needed.
• Prepare student numbers and direct the annual Dance Showcase.
• Work with the division chair on the possibility of attending dance conferences or securing performance opportunities in the community.

ABOUT FRIENDS UNIVERSITY

Friends University offers a complement of traditional undergraduate majors, non-traditional adult degree-completion programs, and professional graduate programs. Founded in 1898, the University is situated on a beautiful park-like campus in the heart of Wichita, Kansas. Wichita is a vibrant urban city with all the charms of a small town. Our great community offers something for everyone and is rich in arts, education, leisure, and commercial resources. Friends University seeks to hire faculty who can support our mission and celebrate our commitment to equipping students to honor God in their personal, professional, and spiritual lives by adhering to the University’s RISE Core Values (Respect, Inclusion, Service and Excellence).

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Qualifications

• Undergraduate degree in dance or dance pedagogy.
• Demonstrated experience relevant to the teaching demands of the position.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in dance or dance pedagogy.
• Ability to demonstrate artist-level performance in both traditional and popular dance styles.
• Prior experience teaching dance curricula at the college level.

Review of applications will begin July 25, 2026 and continue until a hire is made. Teaching for the fall semester begins August 17, 2026.