Adjunct Teaching - Dance Department - Contemporary Modern Dance

Brigham Young University; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham Young University is seeking an adjunct dancer-teacher to join the Dance Department and teach contemporary modern dance across multiple levels. The role requires at least a BA/BFA with an MFA preferred, and two years of teaching experience in a studio setting, ideally with college-level teaching.

Applicants must relocate to Utah and provide essential documents with their application. Responsibilities include maintaining regular office hours, attending faculty meetings, and delivering

Qualifications

• Two years of teaching in a studio; college or university setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach contemporary modern dance across beginner-to-advanced levels.
• Instruct technique and/or creative process courses.
• Maintain office hours commensurate with teaching load.
• Attend faculty meetings as called and teach multiple classes weekly.

Skills

Teaching experience

Contemporary dance

Curriculum development

Education

BA/BFA required

MFA in Dance preferred

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Teaching - Dance Department - Contemporary Modern Dance

**Posting End Date:** October 28, 2026

*NOTE: Last day to apply is Tuesday, October 27, at 11:59pm (MT)

Position Start Date: January 4, 2027

Required Degree:

BA or BFA required; MFA in Dance preferred. The required degree must be completed by the start date.

Experience:

Two years of teaching in a studio; college or university setting is preferred.

Duties/Expectations:

Responsibilities include teaching contemporary modern dance, including beginning-to-advanced levels of technique and/or creative process courses. Must maintain office hours commensurate with teaching load. Attend faculty meetings as called. Instruct multiple classes per week.

Documents Required at the Time of Application: Please attach your updated curriculum vitae, cover letter, and Mission Alignment Statement (instructions below) to the faculty application.

Note: Failure to attach the required documents may result in your application not being considered.

_ This position requires the successful candidate to relocate and/or reside in Utah for the duration of their employment. _

MISSION ALIGNMENT STATEMENT INSTRUCTIONS

If you are a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

BYU is committed to hiring faculty members who enthusiastically embrace and energetically advance its unique mission. To this end, please include a one-page mission alignment statement as part of your application that addresses how you might, as a BYU faculty member: (1) live a life of loyalty to Jesus Christ and His restored Church and align yourself with doctrine and teachings declared by living prophets, seers, and revelators; (2) demonstrate intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of His restored gospel among students and others in the BYU community; and (3) teach your subject matter with the Spirit of God and strive to keep it “bathed in the light and color of the restored gospel” (Spencer W. Kimball).

If you are not a member of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints:

Applicants who are not members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints include a one-page mission alignment statement that describes understanding of and commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the AIMS of a BYU Education.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All employees are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrines of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.