Posting Details
Position Information
Job Title
Instructor, Drama/Theatre Program - Adjunct
Full Time/Part Time
Part-time
Job Description
At Guilford Technical Community College ( GTCC ), we are dedicated
to transforming lives through education and creating a lasting
impact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative
educators to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a
fulfilling work-life balance and competitive benefits, including a
robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well-maintained campuses
provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning,
within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence. At GTCC,
you’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture
committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly
amazing place to work and thrive.
Teaching faculty at Guilford Technical Community College are
responsible for supporting student success by creating an optimum
learning environment, responding to student needs, managing
effective instructional activities, developing curriculum courses,
modeling employability skills, demonstrating professionalism,
developing cooperative work relationships with other faculty and
staff, supporting college administrative requirements, and
maintaining competency in their instructional field. He/she will be
responsible for quality instruction and for effective participation
and interest in the total affairs of the college.
The Division of Business, Creative & Performing Arts at
Guilford Technical Community College seeks an energetic,
enthusiastic, and collaborative theatre professional to join our
team. Under general supervision, this individual will prepare and
teach Drama/Theatre courses in our Associate in Fine Arts in
Theatre program. Courses may include but are not limited to Theater
Appreciation; Theater History; Acting; Directing; Stagecraft; and
Play Production. The successful candidate should be prepared to
integrate technology skills into the classroom, be available to
teach at times and locations that meet the needs of students, and
be committed to working constructively with all facets of our
program within a community college setting.
Duties/Functions
Teaching
Prepare & teach departmental courses to include:
- developing learner centered lesson plans
- employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for
different learning styles
incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology
in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments
creating and modeling a quality learning environment that
supports a diverse student population
preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support
materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials,
instructional media and other devices as appropriate
developing, conducting and documenting appropriate assessment
of student learning outcomes in courses and programs/general
education as appropriate
Professional Development
Maintain a professional status that supports the instructional
mission by:
- participating in professional development activities to
maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or
licensures as required by program or accreditation
- participating in professional development opportunities to
advance teaching skills and strategies
Administration
Provide daily & ongoing oversight of facilities, equipment and
student records to include:
- maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of
assigned equipment
- providing for the security of facilities, equipment and
instructional materials and maintaining safe working
conditions
- maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in
accordance with established deadlines using a variety of
technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, WebAdvisor,
Canvas)
- complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules
and regulations
Student Support
Provide an environment conducive to student success to include:
- addressing student concerns in a timely manner
- promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to
develop strategies for success
- referring students to campus and community resources when
appropriate
- Demonstrate and model the College’s employability skills:
adaptability, communication, information processing, problem
solving, responsibility and teamwork.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
- Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.
Difficult Challenges
Contacts
Education Required
- Master’s degree or Master of Fine Arts degree in Drama/Theater
Arts from an institutionally accredited college/university
Education Preferred
- Doctoral degree in Drama or Theater Arts from a regionally
accredited college or university
Experience Required
- One year of post-secondary teaching experience in drama,
theater arts, or a related field of study or industry training
experience
Experience Preferred
- More than one year of post-secondary teaching experience in
drama, theater arts, or a related field of study or industry
training experience
- Experience in Stagecraft, Lighting Design and Operation, or
Sound Design and Operation
- Experience directing or coordinating theater productions
KSA Required
The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to
the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its
“open door” policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and
professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The
Instructor must be able to:
1. Multi-task
2. Support the Vision and Mission of the College
3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.
4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment
5. Communicate effectively
6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technology
solutions
KSA Preferred
Department/Job Specific Requirements
- May include teaching day and evening and/or weekend hours.
The following (compliance) training is required and must be
completed within the first 30 days of hire with annual refresher
training thereafter: (additional training may be added as
needed)
Reporting Requirements
- Anti-Discrimination/Harassment & Title IX
- Safety/Shooter on Campus
- Personal Information Protection Training ( PIP )
- Ethics and Social Responsibility
- eLearning Level One (before the first day of the first semester
teaching)
Physical Demands
- Physical Activity: Significant climbing and or crawling
- Environmental Hazard(s): 30-70%
- Lifting: =>50lbs.
- Criminal history checks with acceptable results, are
required.
- May include teaching day and evening and/or weekend hours
- Physical Requirements
a. Standing extensive period of time.
b. Hear and see.
Posting Type
Adjunct Faculty
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
2026-068-TEMP-P
Open Date
08/13/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Please indicate your teaching availability
- On Campus Only
- Online Only
- Both On Campus and Online
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
- Transcripts
Optional Documents
- Resume
- Curriculum Vitae
- Portfolio
- Other