College Theater Arts Instructor - Lead Productions & Courses

San Mateo County Community College District; San Mateo (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 208,000; Part time

Job summary

San Mateo County Community College District seeks adjunct faculty to teach drama courses (acting, literature, directing, theater production) and to direct plays for public performances. Responsibilities include careful preparation of materials, effective teaching, and informed feedback to a diverse student body.

The position includes semester assignments as needed, with evening or Saturday classes possible.

Qualifications

• Master's or MFA in drama/theater arts or a related field.
• Demonstrated cultural competence and equity-minded practice.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and assist in growth and success of diverse students with prepared materials and feedback.
• Teach evening and/or Saturday assignments as part of the contract.
• Teach college transfer drama courses including acting, literature, directing, theater production.
• Direct plays for public performances.
• Participate in Drama Department curriculum development.
• Maintain office hours and participate in meetings; comply with policies.
• Perform duties timely with administrative responsibilities.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching experience

Directing experience

Curriculum development

Collaborative work

Student engagement

Education

Master's or MFA in drama/theater

Related field degree with equivalence

Job description

San Mateo County Community College District seeks adjunct faculty to teach drama courses (acting, literature, directing, theater production) and to direct plays for public performances. Responsibilities include careful preparation of materials, effective teaching, and informed feedback to a diverse student body.

The position includes semester assignments as needed, with evening or Saturday classes possible.