Part-Time Instructor of Dance

Texas A&M University; Gold Canyon (AZ); On-site; USD 17,047 - 24,280; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, vision insurance

Basic life insurance

Half-off tuition for employees and dependents

Paid leave programs

Job summary

Texas A&M University is looking for a Part-Time Instructor of Dance to teach and choreograph for a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance program. This position involves teaching courses in performance and education, supervising concerts, and assisting with program needs.

A Master's degree in Dance or related field and 18 hours of experience in dance education are required. The position offers a starting wage of $15 per hour with additional benefits.

Qualifications

• Must have at least 18 hours of experience in the content area of dance.
• Experience teaching theory courses online preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in performance and education areas of dance.
• Choreograph for faculty concerts and other campus events.
• Supervise student concerts and performances.
• Assist with program needs as required.

Skills

Teaching ballet

Teaching modern dance

Choreography

Improvisation

Education

Master's degree in Dance or related field

Job description

Job Title

Part-Time Instructor of Dance

Overview

The Part-Time Instructor of Dance will teach courses in support of a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Dance degree with both performing and education emphases, choreograph for faculty concerts, supervise student concerts, and assist with other program needs.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in performance and education areas of dance
• Choreograph for faculty concerts and other campus events
• Supervise student concerts and performances
• Assist with program needs as required

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Dance or a related field
• At least 18 hours of experience in the content area of dance
• Experience teaching ballet, modern dance, improvisation, and choreography

Preferred Qualifications

• MA in Dance or advanced training in dance education
• Experience teaching ballet, modern dance, improvisation, and choreography at the university level
• Experience teaching theory courses online
• Demonstrated ability to teach in additional areas such as dance history, teaching methods, partnering (ballet or contemporary), jazz, tap, musical theatre dance, and somatics (preferably with certification)

Benefits

• Minimum starting wage of $15 per hour
• Health, dental, vision, and long-term disability insurance
• Basic life insurance coverage
• Enrollment in the Texas Teacher Retirement System
• Half‑off tuition and fees for employees and their dependents
• Paid leave programs and 13‑15 paid holidays each year
• Optional retirement savings opportunities

Find out more at: https://wtamu.edu/benefits

Equal Opportunity Statement

Equal Opportunity / Veterans / Disability Employer.