Lecturer, Theatre & Performance Studies - Creative Teaching

The California State University; California (MO); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Part time

Job summary

California State University Channel Islands seeks a part-time Lecturer for Theatre and Performance Studies. You will teach course sections including THTR 181 and THTR 380, in-person or online, with a focus on engaging diverse student cohorts and applying inclusive teaching practices.

The position is a part-time, instructional faculty pool for the academic year; assignments are contingent on program needs and enrollment, with screening beginning Aug. 12, 2026.

Qualifications

• Experience in culturally-relevant, -responsive and -sustaining pedagogy and anti-racist practices.
• Ability to teach days/times and modalities indicated in the Schedule of Classes.
• Mentorship of a diverse student population to support academic success.

Responsibilities

• Teach one or more courses in Theatre and Performance Studies (face-to-face, synchronous online, and/or asynchronous online).
• Design syllabus and curriculum; communicate expectations and evaluate student learning.
• Update course materials and respond to student needs; leverage Canvas and guest speakers.

Skills

Culturally-responsive pedagogy

Mentorship

Student engagement

Communication skills

Education

M.A. in Theatre/Performance Studies/Film & Television/Voice & Speech

B.A. in Theatre/Performance Studies/Film & Television/Voice & Speech

Tools

Canvas

Job description

California State University Channel Islands seeks a part-time Lecturer for Theatre and Performance Studies. You will teach course sections including THTR 181 and THTR 380, in-person or online, with a focus on engaging diverse student cohorts and applying inclusive teaching practices.

The position is a part-time, instructional faculty pool for the academic year; assignments are contingent on program needs and enrollment, with screening beginning Aug. 12, 2026.