Dance Adjunct Instructor - Modern Technique & Improvisation

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

Job summary

Utah Valley University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to teach courses in Modern Technique and Theory, Composition, Improvisation, Dance As An Art Form, Dance Conditioning, or other somatic practices. This on-site role is based at the UVU Main Campus in Orem.

Responsibilities include planning and delivering approved courses, preparing instructional materials, evaluating student learning, maintaining a student-centered approach, and timely submission of grades and departmental materials.

Qualifications

• A high school diploma with teaching and/or professional experience in modern dance.
• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a BS, BA, and teaching experience, or an MFA and graduate teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Plans, prepares and follows an approved course of study with measurable objectives for each course taught.
• Prepares instructional materials, evaluates instruction and learning by means of written, oral, practical, and performance tests
• Maintains a student-oriented approach to teaching
• Submits student grades and all requested departmental materials in a timely manner.
• Attends mandatory adjunct meetings.

Skills

Choreography

Performance

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Education

BS/BA in relevant field

MFA and graduate teaching experience

Job description

Utah Valley University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to teach courses in Modern Technique and Theory, Composition, Improvisation, Dance As An Art Form, Dance Conditioning, or other somatic practices. This on-site role is based at the UVU Main Campus in Orem.

Responsibilities include planning and delivering approved courses, preparing instructional materials, evaluating student learning, maintaining a student-centered approach, and timely submission of grades and departmental materials.