Adjunct Instructor - Dance/Production and Lighting

Utah Valley University; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 18,000 - 30,000; Part time

Job summary

Utah Valley University seeks adjunct applicants to teach Dance/Production and Lighting. The successful candidate will design and teach courses, prepare course materials, and supervise students in classrooms and laboratories, applying effective teaching methods and clear communication with staff and colleagues.

Qualifications include MFA in Dance or higher, university-level teaching experience or relevant professional work, and knowledge of lighting, stage management, and directing a dance

Qualifications

• MFA in Dance or higher required.
• Experience teaching Dance Production and Lighting at university level or equivalent professional experience.
• Knowledge of dance production, including lighting, stage managing, and directing a full dance concert.
• Ability to organize course materials clearly and maintain communication with students and faculty.
• Ability to teach Laban/Bartenieff movement studies as applied to dance.

Responsibilities

• Design and teach courses in Dance/Production and Lighting.
• Plan and follow an approved course of study with measurable objectives.
• Prepare instructional materials (syllabi, exams, visual aids).
• Instruct, manage, and supervise students in classrooms and labs using effective teaching methods.
• Evaluate instruction and learning with appropriate testing methods.
• Maintain student-oriented approach to education and support graduation.

Skills

Public speaking

Communication

Student management

Curriculum development

Instructional strategies

Education

MFA in Dance or higher

Certificate in Laban/Bartenieff Movement Analysis

Job description

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Adjunct/Overload Teaching

Job Number

FY2706748

VP Academic Affairs

Department

Dance

10/20/2026

Closing Date

10/20/2027 11:59 PM Mountain

Resume

1-855-524-5627

**This position is posted on a continuous recruitment basis. This means that applications are accepted even though there may not be a position currently available.**

Utah Valley University seeks adjunct applicants to teach Dance/Production and Lighting!

Summary of Responsibilities

The successful candidate will perform some or all of the following duties:

• Design and teach courses in Dance/Production and Lighting.
• Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught.
• Prepares instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, mock-ups, visual aids, and instruction sheets) as necessary.
• Instructs, manages, and supervises individual and groups in classrooms and laboratories through using appropriate teaching methods.
• Evaluates instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods.
• Maintains a student-oriented approach to education.
• Recommends students for advancement and graduation.
• Maintains and submits accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up.
• Coordinates cooperative work experience programs and students as assigned.
• Assists counselors, department chairperson and or program coordinator, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
• Thoroughly familiar with the academic freedom and professional responsibility statement and adheres to these policies.
• Maintains desirable and safe laboratory and classroom conditions.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• MFA in Dance or higher
• Experience teaching Dance Production and Lighting at the university level; or practical professional experience
• Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of dance production, including lighting, stage managing, and directing a fully realized dance concert
  
• Organize course materials in a clear and cohesive way and maintain clear communication with students and faculty
• Ability to teach Laban/Bartenieff movement studies as it applies to the study of dance
• Certificate in Laban/Bartenieff Movement Analysis

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught, instructional strategies and techniques.
• Extensive knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation.
• Extensive knowledge of evaluation of instruction, curriculum development, program development and evaluation.
• Thorough knowledge of the appropriate field of study.
• Thorough knowledge of counseling and advising techniques.
• Effective human relations skills and communication techniques.
• Skill in public speaking and report writing.
• Ability to apply effectively general principles to specific conditions.
• Ability to follow written and oral procedures and instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with people.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.