Adjunct Faculty, Movement/Expression

Lynn University; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 30,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co is seeking an Adjunct Professor of Movement to introduce students to techniques in physical movement and expression. Responsibilities include teaching courses, assessing student performance, and engaging with a network of professional colleagues.

The ideal candidate should have an MFA in a relevant field or equivalent experience, along with proficiency in technology for instructional delivery.

Qualifications

• Must have proficiency in using technology for instructional delivery, such as Canvas and PowerPoint.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Appreciation of different learning styles for instructional delivery.

Responsibilities

• Serve as undergraduate faculty in teaching Movement.
• Participate in assessment of student performance.
• Provide timely responses to student queries and submit reports.

Skills

Proficient with learning management systems

Excellent written and verbal communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

MFA in Drama, Theatre, Acting, Musical Theatre, Directing, Dance

Job description

Summary

Lynn is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Professor of Movement. The course introduces students to the techniques involved in physical movement and expression. Through practical application students study how to use their body effectively in performance.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Serve as undergraduate faculty in the College of Arts and Sciences teaching Movement.
• Participate in the college’s assessment program of student performance.
• Timely response to student questions and concerns.
• Timely submission of university reports and requirements, such as attendance, grades, and student progress reports.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Candidates must be proficient with using technology for instructional delivery, such as learning management systems (e.g., Canvas) and presentation software (e.g., PowerPoint).
• Candidates must have an appreciation of different learning styles to incorporate into their instructional delivery.
• Candidates must have excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• MFA in Drama, Theatre, Acting, Musical Theatre, Directing, Dance, or other theatrical performance arts equivalent. If candidate does not hold an MFA, candidate may provide equivalent professional experience as justification.
• Professional experience as an actor, director, singer, and/or dancer.
• Preferably, network of professional colleagues and connections.
• Preferably, candidate is still actively working in the industry.
• All degrees must have been completed at a regionally accredited institution.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, pregnancy, parenting status, veteran status or retirement status in its activities and programs. In accordance with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Lynn University does not discriminate on the basis of sex. For inquiries concerning the application of the non‑discrimination policy, contact the Lynn University Compliance Officer/Title IX Coordinator at 3601 N. Military Trail, Boca Raton, FL 33431, [e-mail], or +1 561‑237‑7727; or to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.