Adjunct Instructor, Master of Arts in Theatre Directing

Roosevelt University; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 20,219 - 24,219; Part time

Job summary

Roosevelt University, Chicago College of Performing Arts, invites applications for a part-time Adjunct Instructor in the Master of Arts in Theatre Directing program. The role covers a 1.5 credit hour module with nine sessions for about 18 graduate students this summer.

Courses focus on directing strategies and practical techniques for early-career directors, with faculty support for lesson planning. Dates: June 29, 30 & July 2; July 6, 7 & 9; class times Mondays and Tuesdays 3:45–5:45 p.m.

Qualifications

• Knowledge, skills, and abilities required for directing instruction.
• Ability to deliver online course content and evaluate student work.
• Experience or potential in university-level teaching.

Responsibilities

• Deliver online course material and create assignments.
• Communicate clearly and in a timely fashion.
• Submit grades on time and maintain Roosevelt University email usage.
• Develop and submit a syllabus using the university template.

Skills

Online delivery

Clear communication

Education

MFA in Directing or Acting

Job description

Adjunct Instructor, Master of Arts in Theatre Directing

Position Title Adjunct Instructor, Master of Arts in Theatre Directing

Category

Category Adjunct

Posting Number

Posting Number T000171

Location

Location Chicago

Open Date

Open Date 02/23/2026

Close Date

Open Until Filled? Yes

Job Type

Job Type Part-Time

Working Hours

Position Summary

Reflecting the ideals of its founders in 1945, Roosevelt University is a private, nonsectarian community of educators, scholars and learners committed to academic, creative and service excellence, who value differences in personal experiences and perspectives; ask difficult questions; and promote mutual understanding, inclusion, social consciousness and action toward social justice. Recognizing that difference broadens perspectives, Roosevelt University seeks and serves a diverse, promising student body from metropolitan Chicago and around the world. We invite you to contribute your talents to our community

The Chicago College of Performing Arts/Roosevelt University is seeking a part-time instructor of directing to teach a brief summer class to graduate students in our Master of Arts in Theatre Directing program. This is a 1.5 credit hour module that is part of a broader sequence of classes in directing and will consist of nine class sessions delivered to approximately 18 students. This class should address issues, strategies and practical techniques for the early-career director in rehearsing and staging Contemporary Plays. The instructor will be supported in crafting an effective lesson plan for this unique program.

Dates:

June 29, 30 & July 2

July 6, 7 & 9

Class meeting times: Mondays and Tuesdays from 3:45 to 5:45 p.m. and Thursdays from 8:30 to 10:45 a.m.

The salary for these nine class sessions: $1,991.00

Job Duties:

• Online delivery of course material, including creating assignments and evaluation of students’ work.
• Clear and timely communication.
• Timely submission of all grades.
• Consistent usage of Roosevelt University email address (to be assigned upon onboarding).
• Submission of a syllabus (university-mandated template will be provided) documenting all class policies, expectations, procedures, and grading criteria.

Title IX Contact Information: Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX regulations. At Roosevelt University, the Title IX Coordinator is Natasha Robinson. Her office is located in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, AUD 476B. She can be reached at 312-281-3245 or [e-mail]. Do not contact this email address for inquiries about your job application; if you have questions, you may email [e-mail].

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required

MFA in Directing or Acting or equivalent professional experience.

Years of Experience Required

Years of Experience Required 1-2

Required Education

Required Education Masters Degree

Certification/Licensure Required

Minimum Qualifications

Please see knowledge, skills, and abilities required section.

Preferred Qualifications

• Substantial professional or university directing experience.
• University or college level teaching experience.
• Excellent interpersonal skills.

Equipment Operated

Working Conditions

Normal climate-controlled office environment is provided. Job is largely sedentary, but there is a need to move about the office and buildings frequently. Occasional bending, stooping, lifting, pushing and/or pulling is required (typically less than 10 pounds).

Departmental Contact Information

Co-Chair of the Interdisciplinary Conservatory

Program Director of the Master of Arts in Directing Program [e-mail]

[phone]

Posting Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you have University or college level teaching experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• Do you have an earned MFA in Directing or Acting or equivalent professional experience?
  • Yes
  • No