Lecturer- Theatre & Dance Winter and Spring 27

University of California, Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

University of California, Davis Department of Theatre and Dance is seeking a lecturer in performing arts for the Winter and Spring quarters of the 2026-27 year. The role includes teaching ballet at beginning and intermediate levels and courses DRA 42A- Beginning Dance and DRA 42B- Intermediate Dance.

Successful candidates will demonstrate commitment to inclusive excellence through their creative work and teaching, and will bring professional dance experience to undergraduates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in dance required.
• Professional dance experience.
• Experience teaching undergraduates.

Responsibilities

• Teach DRA 42A- Beginning Dance and DRA 42B- Intermediate Dance.
• Contribute to Winter and Spring quarters for 2026-27.
• Support inclusive excellence in teaching and creative work.

Skills

Professional dance experience

Teaching undergraduates

Education

Bachelor's degree in dance

Job description

University of California, Davis Department of Theatre and Dance

POSITION

The Department of Theatre and Dance is searching for a lecturer in performing arts for the Winter and Spring quarters for the 2026-27 academic year. This position encompasses a range of pedagogies including ballet at the beginning and intermediate levels.

To teach the following courses:

• DRA 42A- Beginning Dance
• DRA 42B- Intermediate Dance

The search committee is particularly interested in candidates who, through their creative work, teaching, will contribute to the inclusive excellence of the academic community.

Minimum Qualifications:

• A bachelor's degree in dance, professional dance experience, and experience teaching undergraduates

A bachelor's degree in dance, professional dance experience, and experience teaching undergraduates