Lecturer- Theatre & Dance Winter and Spring 27

University of California - Davis; Davis (CA); On-site; USD 76,000 - 86,000; Part time

Job summary

University of California, Davis, is seeking a lecturer in performing arts within the Department of Theatre and Dance to teach in the Winter and Spring quarters for the 2026-27 academic year. Courses include DRA 42A - Beginning Dance and DRA 42B - Intermediate Dance.

The position emphasizes a range of pedagogies including ballet at beginner and intermediate levels, and candidates with professional dance experience who can contribute to inclusive excellence are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

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

Skills

Professional dance experience

Experience teaching undergraduates

Education

Bachelor's degree in dance

Job description

Position overview

Salary range: $76,032-85,576

Position 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. To teach the following courses:

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

This position encompasses a range of pedagogies including ballet at the beginning and intermediate levels.

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

Qualifications

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

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

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
• Cover Letter
• Statement of Teaching
• Authorization to Release Information Form - This form is required for all applicants applying to academic recruitments. Please see the Employment Disclosure Requirements webpage for more information. Download, complete, sign, and upload the form.

Reference requirements

• 3 required (contact information only)

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Job location

Davis, CA