Dance Instructor - Teach Intro & GE Dance Courses (In-Person)

The California State University; Sonoma (CA); On-site; USD 61,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Sonoma State University seeks a Dance Instructor within the GEIS department to teach introductory and/or GE dance courses on campus, focusing on movement practices and embodied knowledge for non‑dance majors. Current needs include introductory Hip Hop or other styles.

Instructors prepare and deliver courses, foster inclusive, engaging learning environments, and hold office hours. This full‑time appointment supports a 15-unit workload and a salary range of $5,507 to $6,677 per month, with

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Dance or appropriate professional experience.
• 2–3 years experience teaching dance at the undergraduate level preferred.
• Advanced degree in Dance (MA/MFA/PhD) preferred, especially for lecture/discussion courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate DANC courses and GE dance offerings on campus.
• Prepare and deliver course instruction; hold office hours; assess student learning.
• Foster inclusive, engaging learning environments and support diverse student backgrounds.

Skills

Dance teaching

Inclusive pedagogy

Course preparation

Education

Bachelors in Dance

Advanced degree in Dance (MA/MFA/PhD)

Job description

Sonoma State University seeks a Dance Instructor within the GEIS department to teach introductory and/or GE dance courses on campus, focusing on movement practices and embodied knowledge for non‑dance majors. Current needs include introductory Hip Hop or other styles.

Instructors prepare and deliver courses, foster inclusive, engaging learning environments, and hold office hours. This full‑time appointment supports a 15-unit workload and a salary range of $5,507 to $6,677 per month, with