Full Time Instructor

Victor Valley College; Victorville (CA); Presencial; USD 68.000 - 106.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health benefits

Life insurance

CalSTRS retirement

Descripción de la vacante

Victor Valley College seeks a 10-month tenure-track Theatre Arts faculty member to teach Introduction to Theatre Arts, Theatre History, and Technical Stage Production, and to serve as Technical Director for theatre productions.

The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty, participate in assessment of student learning outcomes, and contribute to program development and committee work while maintaining weekly office hours and supporting a diverse student body.

Formación

• Must have earned a Master’s or MFA in drama/theater arts/performance or a related combo with a Master’s in literature/english/communication.
• Must show ability to teach diverse student populations and maintain inclusive classrooms.

Responsabilidades

• Teach scheduled classes including Introduction to Theatre Arts, Theatre History, Technical Stage Production and related duties.
• Serve as Technical Director for Theatre Arts productions in collaboration with the Performing Arts Center.
• Collaborate with Theatre Arts Faculty to produce shows and participate in program planning and assessment.
• Participate in academic senate and shared governance activities to support instructional programs.
• Promote student success through diverse teaching modalities and weekly office hours.

Conocimientos

Teaching Theatre Arts

Curriculum development

Assessment skills

Communication

Educación

Master's or MFA in drama/theater arts/performance OR Bachelor's or BFA with Master's in related fields

Herramientas

Canvas LMS

Descripción del empleo

FIRST DATE OF REVIEW IS SCHEDULED FOR NOVEMBER 13, 2026

FAIR LABOR STANDARDS ACT (FLSA) POSITION STATUS: EXEMPT

10-Month Tenure Track Position

COMPENSATION:

Initial salary placement ranges from $67,886 to $106,308 based upon education and experience. The current faculty salary schedule includes five classes and twenty steps with a maximum annual salary of $142,425.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS

Comprehensive benefit package which includes:

• District paid medical, dental and vision insurance for the employee and dependents.
• District paid $50,000 life insurance policy for the employee.
• Participation in CalSTRS Teachers Retirement System.

CARING CAMPUS

Victor Valley College is a Caring Campus institution. We are committed to improving student retention and success through intentional, welcoming practices across our college community. Employees at Victor Valley College foster connection, belonging, and student-centered support from the first point of contact. This includes practicing behaviors such as the 10-foot rule, offering warm referrals, wearing nametags, and maintaining cross-department awareness to ensure students feel seen, supported, and valued. We cultivate a collaborative, culture-focused environment where every manager, faculty and staff member plays an active role in advancing student persistence and completion.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Teach scheduled classes including Introduction to Theatre Arts, Theatre History, Technical Stage Production and technical Theatre classes which may include, Lights/Sound, Stagecraft, Costume, Design Principles for the Theatre, and/or Makeup and perform related duties as assigned, including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities.
• In collaboration with the Performing Arts Center, serve as Technical Director for Theatre Arts Productions.
• Collaborate with Theatre Arts Faculty to produce shows.
• Serve on area and college-wide committees as necessary to support and enrich the Theater Arts program Collaborate with other related departments including Music and Dance.
• Participate in assessment, evaluation, and planning of Student Learning Outcomes and Program Learning Outcomes, Program Review, Curriculum Development
• Create a learning environment that fosters student success, using different teaching modalities.
• Ability to communicate effectively and work cooperatively with a diverse faculty, staff, and student population.
• Teach in accordance with departmental course outlines and design instructional activities to promote student success.
• Collaborate with colleagues in program and curriculum development and participate in other departmental meetings and projects.
• Teach scheduled classes on-campus and in-person and perform related duties as assigned.
• Serve on academic senate and shared governance committees as necessary to support and enrich instructional programs.
• Promote the success of a diverse student population through careful preparation of course materials and effective teaching methodologies.
• Comply with district policies and procedures in the performance of all duties by timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities including holding weekly office hours and being available to assist students as required.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Master's or Master of Fine Arts in drama/theater arts/performance OR Bachelor's or Bachelor of Fine Arts in drama/theater arts/performance AND Master's in comparative literature, English, communication studies, speech, literature or humanities OR the equivalent.

Must have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) years of experience teaching theater arts in a community college.
• Experience designing, building, or technical directing a variety of theatrical productions including musical theatre.
• Experience with current theatre technology including sound and lighting consoles.

We will be using the guidelines set out by the Academic Affairs Division of the Chancellor's Office, California Community Colleges. See their website: California Community Colleges for the most current minimum qualifications for faculty in California Community Colleges. The Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges handbook can be viewed at: Minimum Qualifications | California Community Colleges Chancellor's Office (cccco.edu)

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of Live Theatre Productions
• Knowledge of working on productions in an educational setting
• Knowledge of professional/ theatrical educational associations
• Knowledge of developing course syllabi
• Knowledge of fostering inclusive environments for student learning
• Knowledge of integrating accessible practices into course design and teaching strategies
• Knowledge and ability to teach and support students across multiple modalities including, online, hybrid, remote, HyFlex, and correspondence while maintaining engagement and accessibility.
• Knowledge and ability to maintain compliance with all third-party accrediting bodies by keeping required credentials, certifications, and regulatory standards current when applicable

ABILITIES

• Ability to teach Theatre Arts at a college/university level
• Ability to teach introduction to Theatre Arts
• Ability to teach Theatre History
• Ability to teach Technical Theatre classes
• Ability to train technicians for productions in an educational setting
• Ability to work effectively in person through clear communication, collaboration, and adaptability in diverse professional settings.
• Demonstrated ability to remain current in one's discipline through ongoing professional development, research, and engagement with emerging trends and best practices.
• Ability to use advanced technology in the classroom
• Ability to use Canvas or other LMS platforms
• Ability to interact with others (faculty, staff, students, administration)

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Office, classroom, lab and/or on-line environment. Position requires ability to communicate and exchange information. The assignment may include day, weekend, and/or evening classes on campus and/or at off campus locations. Position requires ability and schedule flexibility to accommodate active participation in College and Department Outreach Events such as College and Career Fairs and College and Community Presentations.