Theatre Arts Production & Design- Stagecraft Instructor Pool-Part-Time

North Orange County Community College District; Anaheim (CA); On-site; USD 2,166,510 - 2,377,530; Part time

Job summary

A reputable community college in California seeks a Part-Time Stagecraft Instructor to teach Stagecraft classes while fostering an inclusive learning environment. Qualified candidates must possess a Bachelor's degree or an equivalent professional experience, with demonstrated ability to adapt to diverse educational backgrounds. This role includes collaborative efforts with fellow faculty to support underrepresented students. The position offers a competitive rate of $1572.67 to $1725.85 per lecture unit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required or equivalent professional experience.
• Commitment to diversity and equity-minded practices.
• Ability to teach technical theatre courses.

Responsibilities

• Teach Stagecraft classes based on course schedule.
• Demonstrate safety and technical aspects of stage production.
• Collaborate with faculty and community leaders.

Skills

Experience with diverse backgrounds

Instructional methods adaptation

Theatrical Safety

Understanding of scenic design

Dynamic lecture/laboratory instruction

Innovative teaching practices

Education

Bachelor's degree in any discipline

Associate degree in any discipline

California teaching credential

Tools

LMS experience/training (Canvas)

Job description

Theatre Arts Production & Design- Stagecraft Instructor Pool-Part-Time

North Orange County Community College District

Position Number: 2016597FT
Location: Fullerton College
Department: FC Fine Arts
Percentage of Employment: Part-Time
Months of Employment:
Work Schedule: Varies

Job Description

COURSE and SCHEDULE THEA 143 Stagecraft Classes are held Mondays and Wednesdays from 10:25 AM- 1:35 PM in the Spring and Fall semester. This course has 3 lecture and 3 lab units.

Primary Purpose

Duties and responsibilities as presented are intended to be representative and not restrictive. The District reserves the right to modify the assignment and allocation of duties in accordance with operational needs.

Working Relationships

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Special Requirements

The award of all degrees must be verifiable on a legible transcript. If degree award date is not posted on transcript your application will be deemed incomplete and removed from consideration.
Grade cards will not be accepted in lieu of transcripts.
All degrees and course work used to satisfy the required minimum qualifications must be submitted and from accredited postsecondary institutions. See our website here regarding accredited postsecondary institutions.
Evaluations of foreign degrees and/or course work are required. See our website here for information regarding evaluation of foreign degrees.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in any discipline AND two years of professional experience
OR
Associate degree in any discipline AND six years of professional experience
OR
Possess a valid California teaching credential authorizing service in a community college in the appropriate subject matter area.
OR
The equivalent. Equivalent qualifications may include related education, training, employment and professional experience that would be equal to the required degree(s) and experience in this field as determined by the District Equivalency Committee.
Commitment to diversity. All applicants must have demonstrated sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and staff. The applicant must be able to demonstrate how these factors relate to the need for equity minded practices within the classroom.

Desirable Qualifications

Ability to collaborate with and teach students from diverse backgrounds, fostering an inclusive learning environment while imparting the principles of theatre arts with a focus on Production and Design – Stagecraft. Skilled at adapting instructional methods to meet varying skill levels and learning styles.

Demonstrated expertise in both the theoretical and practical application of traditional and contemporary stagecraft principles. Employ and teach a dynamic lecture/laboratory format integrated with project-based learning to deliver comprehensive instruction across a wide range of scenic design and construction disciplines, including:

• Theatrical Safety
• Theatre Architecture
• Hardware and Fastening Systems
• Scenic Materials
• Scenery Construction: Flats, Platforms, and Step Units
• Scenery Movement: Decks, Wagons, Turntables, and Slipstages
• Structural Design and Building Codes
• Rigging Systems: Static and Dynamic
• Rope Work: Knots and Splicing Techniques
• Scenic Finishes and Surface Treatments

Understanding of CTE program objectives with a robust background in theatrical video and projections work at a theme park or entertainment venue.
LMS experience/training (Canvas).

Detailed experience teaching technical theatre courses, especially introductory classes, with innovative teaching practices supporting success and retention of women, students of color and students with disabilities.

Experience collaborating with faculty, staff, and/or community leaders in programs and initiatives that are specifically designed to assist historically underrepresented students achieve their educational goals.

Working Conditions

Salary Range

$1572.67 - $1725.85 per lecture unit rate, $1572.67 - $1725.85 per lab parity unit rate, $1258.16 - $1380.60 per lab unit rate

Open Date: 01/05/2026
Close Date: 01/04/2027

Special Instructions Summary

This recruitment will remain active for a period of one year, from the position opening date. If there is no longer a need to fill, the position may be closed sooner, and applicants will be notified.

This is a continuous recruitment to fill part-time, and temporary faculty assignments on an as-needed basis. When the need to fill arises, the department will refer to this pool of part-time faculty.

Due to the high volume of applications received, we ask that you do not contact the department directly. They will review the information provided and contact you if you are selected for an interview. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview.

Also note that you must upload your resume and transcripts. Applications submitted without all of the required documents will not be considered.

Evidence of degree conferred/awarded must be printed on a legible transcript.

The minimum required number of references for this position is one (1).

The candidate selected for employment will be required to provide the following: official transcripts and verification of experience prior to the first duty day, identification and employment eligibility as outlined in the Immigration Reform and Control Act, fingerprints and required medical certification pursuant to statue. NOCCCD will not sponsor any visa applications.

Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities may be requested by calling [phone] at least three business days in advance of the scheduled examination/interview date.

To apply, visit: here

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