Drama Instructor Tenure Track

Position Overview

Green River College welcomes faculty who have a commitment to teaching and the ability to utilize a variety of methods and modes of instruction to ensure student success. Given the diversity of our student population, we encourage applications from faculty who can adapt teaching methods to a wide range of student backgrounds and interests.

The Drama Department of the Fine Arts Division at Green River College is seeking an innovative and creative faculty member to teach a variety of drama courses and guide the direction and mission of the department.

About the College

Green River College's student body is made up of approximately 41% Academic Transfer students, 34% Professional-Technical students, 15% Adult Basic Education student, and 3% Applied Bachelor degrees. Green River College has four campuses, including the main campus in Auburn, Washington, with satellite campuses in Kent, downtown Auburn, and Enumclaw. Green River programs serve high school graduates, Running Start students (dual enrollment in local high schools and the college), those seeking retraining for the workforce, international students, students learning English, and Continuing Education students. Green River's service areas are increasingly ethnically diverse, comprising African Americans, African immigrants, Asian Americans, Asians, Latinx, Native Americans, Pacific Islanders, and Middle Eastern Americans, among other communities.

Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We commit to be an anti-racist institution where all students, faculty, and staff receive the access, resources, and services needed to achieve their educational, career, and personal goals. Green River College makes social and economic justice, equity, and inclusion our highest priorities. The Green River College definition of equity encompasses all identities, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, economic status, gender identity, sexual identity, disability, religion/spirituality, immigration status, age, and culture. We understand individual needs vary widely, and the effects of discrimination and historical oppression must be taken into account while aiming for equitable opportunities and outcomes for all.

Land Acknowledgement

We would like to acknowledge the Federally Recognized Muckleshoot Indian Tribe, the ancestral keepers of the land on which Green River College is located. We thank them for their immense contributions to our state and local history, culture, economy, and identity as Washingtonians.

Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be able to:

• Direct and produce a full-scale production each quarter (potentially including a musical once each school year)
• Teach acting, drama/theatre appreciation, and other drama/theatre related courses as developed by the new instructor
• Advise students, develop curriculum, actively participate in recruitment and other college, division, and department activities
• Participate in hiring and mentoring adjunct faculty in both Drama and Dance
• Participate in scheduling courses in both Drama and Dance

Minimum Qualifications

• MFA or MA in Drama or Theatre
• Experience teaching Drama or Theatre courses at the college level

Preferred Qualifications

• MFA with an emphasis on Directing or Acting
• Experience teaching Drama or Theatre courses at a two-year college
• Two years of experience teaching Drama or Theatre courses at the college level as the instructor of record
• Demonstrated success as a director of a variety of theatrical productions
• Demonstrated educational experience working with people of diverse racial, ethnic, age and socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as those with disabilities
• Ability to adapt teaching methods to meet the needs of students with diverse abilities
• Knowledge of the use of technology as it applies to this position
• Evidence of ongoing professional development through professional organizations or activities
• Demonstrated leadership abilities
• Demonstrated strong work ethic