Dance - Adjunct

University of Central Oklahoma; Edmond, Northern (OK, KY); Hybrid; USD 15,000 - 21,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Central Oklahoma's Department of Dance seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Ballet to provide quality instruction for students across levels, reporting to a dean or chair. This is a part-time, pool-based posting for the current academic year.

The ideal candidate holds a master's degree (preferably with a BFA) and demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills, with university or studio teaching experience in ballet techniques.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in ballet or related field required.
• Experience teaching ballet at university or studio level.
• Skills in Pointe Technique, Variations, or children’s ballet.

Responsibilities

• Provide ballet instruction for approved course sections.
• Collaborate with department and chair as needed to support curriculum.
• Maintain high-quality learning experiences and adhere to department policies.

Skills

Teaching ballet

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Master’s degree in ballet or related field

BFA or higher with ballet expertise

Job description

# Dance - AdjunctEdmond, OK 73034## OverviewPosition TypeAdjunctCategoryOTRS Ineligible## Description**Position Overview:**Note: Adjunct positions at UCO are part-time teaching positions. This posting is to create a pool of interested applicants from which the Department may draw as sections become open at any point in the current academic year. This posting may or may not result in the hiring of adjuncts. Adjunct Faculty - provides a quality learning experience for students on a semester basis. Adjunct faculty reports to a dean or chair and performs instruction-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies and procedures of the college. The relationship of the adjunct faculty member to the student is one of teacher and facilitator of learning.**Department Specific Essential Job Functions:**The Department of Dance at the University of Central Oklahoma is seeking a highly qualified applicant for the position of Adjunct Instructor in Ballet.**Experience Required:**Possesses at least a master's degree in the field specified in the position announcement (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval). Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.**Experience Preferred:**The candidate must have a BFA or higher with expertise in ballet technique. Successful applicants will have previous teaching experience in university and/or studio settings plus special attention to those who have certification in recognized ballet programs.**Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:**Applicant should have teaching experience with Beginners through Advanced students and also experience teaching in one or more of the following areas including Pointe Technique, Classical Variations and/or Ballet for children.**Physical Demands:**Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.