Adjunct Faculty: Theatre

Brenau University; Gainesville (GA); On-site; USD 17,000 - 39,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits dependent on status

Job summary

Brenau University in Gainesville, Georgia seeks qualified adjunct faculty to teach Theatre courses on a per-course basis. Salary is commensurate with education, experience, and discipline. Opportunities may arise as program needs change each semester.

The department invites applicants with terminal degrees and proven higher-education teaching experience. Please include two letters of recommendation, CV, website, and a cover letter that notes preferred courses.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in a field related to the course.
• Experience teaching in higher education
• Professional experience
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills
• Looking for adjuncts to teach Theatre: Script Analysis, Voice & Speech (particularly voice over acting), Scene Study, Movement (Alexander Technique), Directing, Acting, and New Works. Musical Theatre: Applied Voice lessons (a one-on-one vocal lesson), the applicant will need to be able to play the piano.
• Provide two letters of recommendation in your application, CV, website, and the cover letter should mention the courses you are particularly interested in.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses based on experience and as assigned by the Chair. Use the BU required syllabus template and Canvas.
• Mentor undergraduate students. No advising for courses.
• Serve the Department of Theatre as needed. No committees. Can attend department meetings if you would like. Must support the Gainesville Theatre Alliance mission.

Skills

Theatre instruction

Voice & Speech

Movement (Alexander Technique)

Directing

Acting

New Works

Piano (Musical Theatre)

Recommendation letters

Education

Terminal degree in field related to course

Job description

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY:

Brenau University is an equal opportunity employer and educator. The university does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, citizenship, genetic information, or any other category protected by applicable federal or state laws in its employment practices or educational programs.

HIRING PROCESS:

All submitted application materials are forwarded to the appropriate department for review. Hiring recommendations are made at the departmental level.

DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE:

Brenau University is a drug-free workplace as certified by the Georgia Workers Compensation Board.

ELIGIBILITY :

Successful applicants must be eligible to work in the United States on or before the confirmed start date. This includes being a U.S. citizen, a lawful permanent resident, or a foreign national with work authorization that doesn't require employer sponsorship. Individuals must maintain this eligibility throughout employment.

Position Summary:

Brenau University is looking for qualified adjunct faculty to enhance its academic programs. These appointments are on a course-by-course basis. Salary is commensurate with education, experience, and discipline. These postings are continuous in order to develop a qualified pool of interested candidates. If your academic area of interest/expertise meets the programmatic needs of Brenau University at any time, you will be contacted to discuss proposed teaching opportunities. These needs change from semester to semester. A terminal degree is preferred.

Minimum Qualifications :

• Terminal degree in a field related to the course.
• Experience teaching in higher education
• Professional experience
• Well-developed written and oral communication skills
• Looking for adjuncts to teach Theatre: Script Analysis, Voice & Speech (particularly voice over acting), Scene Study, Movement (particularly Alexander Technique), Directing, Acting, and New Works. Musical Theatre: Applied Voice lessons (a one-on-one vocal lesson), the applicant will need to be able to play the piano. This is not a comprehensive list, but it does show the current need.
• Provide two letters of recommendation in your application, CV, website, and the cover letter should mention the courses you are particularly interested in.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

• Teach courses based on experience and as assigned by the Chair. Use the BU required syllabus template and Canvas.
• Mentor undergraduate students. No advising for courses.
• Serve the Department of Theatre as needed. No committees. Can attend department meetings if you would like. Must support the Gainesville Theatre Alliance mission.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

No supervisory responsibilities required.

Environmental and Working Conditions/ Physical Demands and Aptitudes:

Mostly Sedentary work. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment related to teaching. Prolonged periods sitting and standing. worker is required to have close visual acuity to grade papers, viewing a computer terminal; extensive reading. Must have the ability to travel short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials. Exerting up to 15 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Some repetitive motion.

Title IX Implications:

Responsible employeeAny employee who is not a confidential employee. Brenau University requires that all Responsible Employees MUST report any possible sexual harassment or discrimination based on sex to the Title IX Coordinator when the employee has information about conduct that reasonably may constitute sex discrimination or sex-based harassment under Title IX or this part. Employees are encouraged to report these concerns in writing via email. When an employee or a student (or a person who has a legal right to act on behalf of a student) informs any employee (including both Responsible and Confidential employees) of the employee's or student's pregnancy or related conditions, that employee must promptly provide that person with the Title IX Coordinator's contact information and inform that person that the Title IX Coordinator can coordinate specific actions to prevent sex discrimination and ensure the employee's or student's equal access to the Recipient's education program or activity.

Payroll Status:

Salary- Exempt (paid bi-weekly)

Campus Designation:

This is an on-site position based at the Historic Gainesville Campus located in Gainesville, Georgia.

Remote Work Available:

No

Travel Requirements :

Minimal local travel and operation of a university vehicle and/or one's own vehicle required. Must be at least 21 years of age, possess a valid Georgia driver's license, and good driving record.

Benefits:

Dependent upon employment status, years of service and worker category. Explore all that Brenau offers for Your Health, Your Mind, Your Finances, & O