Adjunct Faculty, Theatre, Music, Dance AY25-26

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; University Park (IL); On-site; USD 5,580 - 41,850; Part time

Job summary

A public university in Illinois is seeking qualified Adjunct Faculty to teach in the Theatre and Performance Studies program. This role involves teaching undergraduate courses with opportunities for graduate-level instruction available depending on qualifications and experience. Candidates must possess a Master's degree in a relevant field. The position requires related teaching experience, with knowledge in Dance and Music education being a plus. Successful candidates will complete a faculty profile and provide a cover letter, CV, transcripts, and references.

Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Theatre, Performance Studies, Dance, Music, or a related discipline is required.
• Experience teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses, especially online, is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Theatre and Performance Studies program.
• Provide instruction in areas including Dance and Music.

Skills

Teaching experience

Knowledge of Theatre and Performance Studies

Understanding of Dance and Music education

Education

Master’s degree in Theatre, Performance Studies, Dance, Music, or related discipline

Job description

Adjuncts are hired on a course basis each term. Salary Range for Adjuncts teaching in this academic area is $500.00 - $3,750.00 per course.

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.

For more information about the program and courses offered, please visit the Division of Arts and Letters.

Areas of Instruction

• 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.

Supplemental Information

• Cover letter
• CV or Resume
• Transcripts
• List of three professional references with current contact information.