Adjunct Instructor (Dance)

Texas A&M University System; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 4,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University seeks an adjunct instructor in Dance to teach undergraduate courses and contribute to performances within the Department of Music & Drama. The role emphasizes collaboration, mentorship, and student development in a rigorous undergraduate setting.

The candidate will support ensembles, maintain office hours, and participate in departmental productions while meeting the program’s standards for artistic excellence.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Dance Education, Fine Arts, or related field.
• 1-2 years experience in applicable field.
• Demonstrated experience in dance performance, choreography, and/or instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate Dance courses (Folk, Ballroom, Tap, Body Mechanics, etc.).
• Support rehearsals, performances, and department productions.
• Collaborate with faculty on curricular initiatives and student success.
• Keep records, post grades, attendances.
• Mentor students in technical, artistic, and professional skills.
• Post and maintain regular office hours.
• Perform other duties as assigned by department head.

Skills

Excellent verbal and written comms

Undergraduate teaching

Collaborative teamwork

Diversity inclusion

Education

Master’s degree in Dance Education or related field

Job description

Job Title

Adjunct Instructor (Dance)

Agency

Prairie View A&M University

Department

Department Of Music & Drama

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Prairie View, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

Important Immigration information:

A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.

In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visastatus this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.

The Department of Performing Arts at Prairie View A&M University invites applications for adjunct faculty positions in Dance. We seek a skilled and experienced dance educator and artist who is collaborative, team-oriented, and committed to excellence in undergraduate education, artistic development, and ensemble performance.

Responsibilities

• Teach each undergraduate Dance courses, which may include Folk and Ballroom Dance, Tap Dance, Body Mechanics and Rhythmic Activities, and other courses according to departmental needs and the candidate’s qualifications.
• Support rehearsals, performances, and activities of the Classic Dance Ensemble and other departmental dance productions.
• Collaborate with Dance and Performing Arts faculty in support of performances, curricular initiatives, and student success.
• Keep records, post grades (mid-term & final), submit attendance.
• Mentor and support students in developing their technical, artistic, performance, and professional skills.
• Post and maintain regular office hours.
• Performs other duties assigned by department head.

Required Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Dance Education, Fine Arts, or a closely related field; or an appropriate combination of professional experience and credentials in the discipline.
• One to two years experience in applicable field.
• Demonstrated experience in dance performance, choreography, and/or instruction.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and student development.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Ability to work effectively with students from a variety of backgrounds and levels of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience at the collegiate or advanced pre-professional level.
• Professional performance, choreography, or dance education experience.
• Experience working with dance ensembles and productions.
• Ability to teach multiple dance forms and movement-based courses.
• Experience mentoring and developing undergraduate dancers.

Job Posting Close Date

• 09/28/2026

Required Attachments

Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either “Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter” on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the “Resume/CV” or Resume/Cover Letter” attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter

Application Submission Guidelines

All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites such as Indeed, HigherEdJobs, etc. will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Careers site.

The required documents listed in the above “Required Attachments” section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or [e-mail] should you need assistance with the online application process.

Background Check Requirements

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Veterans/Disability Employer.