Dance Instructor for Undergraduate Programs

Texas A&M Engineering Experiment Station; Prairie View (TX); On-site; USD 35,000 - 52,000; Part time

Job summary

Prairie View A&M University in Prairie View, Texas seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Dance to teach undergraduate Dance courses, including Folk and Ballroom styles, and to contribute to departmental productions. You will support rehearsals and performances, mentor students, maintain office hours, and collaborate with the Music & Drama faculty to advance curricular initiatives and student success.

A Master’s degree is required along with 1–2 years of experience in dance, performance, or instruction;

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Dance Education, Fine Arts, or a closely related field; or an appropriate combination of professional experience and credentials in the discipline.
• One to two years experience in applicable field.
• Demonstrated experience in dance performance, choreography, and/or instruction.

Responsibilities

• Teach each undergraduate Dance courses, which may include Folk and Ballroom Dance, Tap Dance, Body Mechanics and Rhythmic Activities, and other courses according to departmental needs and the candidate’s qualifications.
• Support rehearsals, performances, and activities of the Classic Dance Ensemble and other departmental dance productions.
• Collaborate with Dance and Performing Arts faculty in support of performances, curricular initiatives, and student success.
• Keep records, post grades (mid-term & final), submit attendance.
• Mentor and support students in developing their technical, artistic, performance, and professional skills.
• Post and maintain regular office hours.
• Performs other duties assigned by department head.

Skills

Communication skills

Teaching commitment

Collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Master’s degree in Dance Education, Fine Arts, or a closely related field

Job description

Prairie View A&M University in Prairie View, Texas seeks an Adjunct Instructor in Dance to teach undergraduate Dance courses, including Folk and Ballroom styles, and to contribute to departmental productions. You will support rehearsals and performances, mentor students, maintain office hours, and collaborate with the Music & Drama faculty to advance curricular initiatives and student success.

A Master’s degree is required along with 1–2 years of experience in dance, performance, or instruction;