Adjunct Instructor, Technical Theatre or Design

Utah Valley University; Orem (UT); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Utah Valley University is seeking adjunct instructors in Technical Theatre or Design to teach courses in technical theatre, stagecraft, makeup, and related design areas. Candidates should plan curricula, prepare syllabi, and manage student labs, while evaluating learning outcomes in collaboration with full-time faculty.

Applicants should hold a bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience, with preferred theatre-specific credentials.

Qualifications

• Baccalaureate degree or equivalent professional experience.
• Preferred: Baccalaureate degree in Theatre or a related field.
• Experience teaching or industry experience in technical theatre fields is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Teaches courses in the field of technical theatre or theatrical design.
• Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study with measurable objectives.
• Prepares instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, etc.).
• Instructs, manages, and supervises students in classrooms and computer labs as applicable.
• Evaluates instruction and learning using appropriate testing methods in consultation with full-time faculty.
• Maintains a student-oriented approach to education.
• Keeps currency in courses taught by reading industry materials, researching, and attending courses.

Skills

Canvas knowledge

Grading rubrics

Student potential

Teamwork

Education

Baccalaureate degree

Theatre degree preferred

Job description

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Adjunct/Overload Teaching

Job Number

FY2706697

VP Academic Affairs

Department

Theatre Arts

10/09/2026

Closing Date

11/1/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Optional Documents

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.**

The Department of Theatrical Arts at UVU seeks industry professionals to teach various courses in technical theatre, stagecraft, makeup, costume construction, drafting, rendering, scenic painting, sound design, and/or projection design. Candidates with education, training, and/or industry experience in these topics are encouraged to apply.

Adjunct faculty at Utah Valley University must be able to live and work in the State of Utah. Adjunct applications are reviewed only as needed; therefore, applicants should be aware they may not hear back about the status of their particular application. Adjunct faculty are hired on an as-needed basis for a semester-only appointment. Any offer of employment will be contingent upon the results of a background check, which includes a criminal records check. A criminal conviction is not necessarily a bar to employment.

Summary of Responsibilities

• Teaches courses in the field of technical theatre or theatrical design.
• Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught.
• Prepares instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, etc) as necessary. Instructs, manages, and supervises students in classrooms and computer labs as applicable.
• Evaluates instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods and in consultation with full-time faculty.
• Maintains a student-oriented approach to education
• Improves professionally and maintains currency in the courses taught by: Reading and utilizing materials found in trade, technical, and professional publications; Surveying and researching industrial and business establishments; Obtaining and maintaining certification and degrees as required; Attending professional and specialty courses; Keeping abreast of new development trends, and techniques.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Baccalaureate degree or equivalent professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Baccalaureate degree in Theatre or a related field.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Basic understanding of Canvas or other curriculum delivery software.
• Ability to apply grading rubrics and/or other evaluative tools to student work for grading.
• Ability to identify skills and potential in students related to subject matter and encourage future growth.
• Ability to work effectively with other 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.