Adjunct Teaching - Dance Department - Contemporary Modern Dance

Brigham Young University; Provo (UT); On-site; USD 24,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Brigham Young University invites applications for an Adjunct Teaching position in the Dance Department, Contemporary Modern Dance. The successful candidate will teach across beginning to advanced levels, contribute to creative process courses, and maintain office hours in line with the teaching load.

Qualifications include a BA or BFA by start date; MFA in Dance preferred. Two years teaching experience in a studio or college setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• BA or BFA degree in dance by start date.
• MFA in Dance preferred.
• Two years of teaching experience in a studio; college setting preferred.
• Ability to teach contemporary modern dance from beginning to advanced levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach contemporary modern dance across levels from beginner to advanced.
• Maintain office hours consistent with teaching load.
• Attend faculty meetings as required.

Skills

Dance instruction experience

Teaching in higher education

Education

BA or BFA in Dance

MFA in Dance preferred

Job description

Job Title: Adjunct Teaching - Dance Department - Contemporary Modern DancePosting End Date: October 28, 2026*NOTE: Last day to apply is Tuesday, October 27, at 11:59pm (MT)Position Start Date: January 4, 2027Required Degree:BA or BFA required; MFA in Dance preferred. The required degree must be completed by the start date.Experience:T wo 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 INSTRUCTIONSIf 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 REQUIREMENTSAll 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 OPPORTUNITYBrigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.