Job Description
Department: Department Of Music & Drama
Proposed Minimum Salary: Commensurate
Job Location: Prairie View, Texas
Job Type: Faculty
Important Immigration information:
A Presidential proclamation issued on September 19, 2025, imposes a $100,000 fee on new H-1B petitions filed after September 21, 2025. Please be advised that Texas A&M University will NOT pay this fee. Therefore, if you need immigration sponsorship for your employment, we recommend that you consult with your private immigration counsel at your own expense to ascertain whether your current immigration status would make a potential offer of employment from Texas A&M University subject to this fee.
In addition, on January 27, 2026, Texas Governor Abbot issued a moratorium on the filing of any new H-1B unless approved by the Texas Workforce Commission. Accordingly, if you will now or in the future require sponsorship for employment visa status this moratorium may affect our ability to employ you should you be selected as the final candidate.
The salary is determined in accordance with the University's compensation structure and will be commensurate with the candidates' education and experience, within the assigned salary range for this position.
The Department of Performing Arts at Prairie View A&M University invites applications for adjunct faculty positions in Theatre. We seek skilled and experienced educators and theatre professionals who are collaborative, team-oriented, and committed to excellence in undergraduate education, artistic development, and ensemble production.
Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate Theatre courses, which may include Introduction to Acting, Theatre Practicum, Stage Movement, and other courses according to departmental needs and the candidate's qualifications.
- Support rehearsals, performances, and productions of the Charles Gilpin Players and other departmental theatrical activities.
- Collaborate with Theatre and Performing Arts faculty in support of productions, curricular initiatives, and student success.
- Keep records, post grades (mid-term & final), submit attendance.
- Mentor and support students in developing their artistic, performance, and professional skills.
- Post and maintain regular office hours.
- Performs other duties assigned by department head.
Required Education & Experience:
- Master's degree in Theater or related field.
- One to two years experience in applicable field.
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to multitask and work cooperatively with others.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Previous teaching experience at the collegiate or advanced pre-professional level.
- Professional experience in acting, directing, movement, production, or related areas of theatre.
- Experience working with theatrical productions and student ensembles.
- Ability to teach in multiple areas of the Theatre curriculum.
- Experience mentoring and developing undergraduate performers.
Job Posting Close Date:
- 10/28/2026
Required Attachments:
Please attach all required documents listed below in the attachment box labeled as either "Resume/CV or Resume/Cover Letter" on the application. Multiple attachments may be included in the "Resume/CV" or Resume/Cover Letter" attachment box. Any additional attachments provided outside of the required documents listed below are considered optional.
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
Application Submission Guidelines:
All applicants are required to apply via our Career Site on or before the closing date indicated on the job posting. Applicant inquiries received via email and websites will not be considered unless the individual has applied to the available position via the PVAMU Career site.
The required documents listed in the above "Required Attachments" section must be attached to the application prior to the job closing date indicated to ensure full consideration for the application submitted. Please contact the Office of Human Resource on or before the closing date indicated above at 936-261-1730 or jobs@pvamu.edu should you need assistance with the online application process.
Background Check Requirements:
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
To apply, visit https://tamus.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/PVAMU_External/job/Prairie-View-TX/Adjunct-Instructor--Theatre-_R-097382-2
About Us
For more than 140 years, Prairie View A&M University (PVAMU) has been igniting passion in its students. With an established reputation for producing engineers, nurses and educators, PVAMU offers baccalaureate degrees, master's degrees and doctoral degree programs through nine colleges and schools. The University has an enrollment of more than 8,500 students. Designated an institution of “the first class” in the Texas Constitution, PVAMU is the second-oldest public institution of higher education in the state and a member of The Texas A&M University System. The University is dedicated to fulfilling its land-grant mission of achieving excellence in teaching, research and service.
PVAMU is conveniently located near the rapidly growing residential and commercial area known as the Northwest Houston Corridor. The developing Northwest Houston Corridor offers newly developed suburban communities, a variety of shopping and dining near the Houston Premium Outlets and is a short, 35-minute commute into downtown Houston. For more information, visit www.pvamu.edu. Your career opportunities with a “University of the first class” begins here!