Theatre Arts (Artists) Adjunct Assistant Professor

Los-Rios-Community-College-District; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 124,000; Part time

Job summary

Los Rios Community College District seeks qualified candidates for a part-time Adjunct faculty position in theatre. The adjunct will teach assigned courses under the supervision of the area dean, help students maximize their mastery of course content, and assess learning outcomes.

The role requires ongoing professional development and using current technology in teaching. Additional duties include contributing to articulation and curriculum development, serving on college committees, and

Qualifications

• Master’s or MFA in drama/theater arts/performance OR Bachelor’s or BA in drama/theater arts/performance AND Master’s in comparative literature, English, communication studies, speech, literature or humanities

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned classes under supervision of the area dean and support students in mastering course content
• Assess student learning outcomes and maintain up-to-date knowledge in the teaching field
• Participate in articulation and curriculum development and review, serve on college committees and engage in governance

Job description

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position.

Applications will be reviewed when posting closes.

The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member.

Position Salary Information

Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupation al experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1). For more information on the step placement process, please click here.

Instructional Assignment Courses

• TA 300 Introduction to the Theatre
• TA 305 Script Analysis
• TA 306 Diversity in American Drama
• TA 344 Improvisation & Theatre Games
• TA 340 Beginning Acting

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage for the specific campus.

• ARC Programs and Majors
• CRC Programs and Majors
• FLC Programs and Majors
• SCC Programs and Majors

Minimum Qualification Requirements

1. 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. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment. See the Equivalency Determination Process webpage for details.
   • Example: If a master's in Psychology is required but your transcript lists Counseling Psychology, and that title is not listed in the Minimum Qualifications, an Equivalency Determination Request Form must be submitted.
2. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.