Instructor of Movement and Dance

Requisition Number: F00514P

Job Description

Instructor of Theatre, Movement/Dance Weber State University seeks applicants for the position of Instructor of Theatre, specializing in Movement, Dance, and Choreography for the Theatre Program in the School of Performing Arts. We seek a candidate who demonstrates a strong commitment to undergraduate education and the needs of a varied student body in the context of a dual-mission public university.

The Theatre Program at Weber State University is committed to building an innovative and dynamic educational space that celebrates cultivating a culture of belonging and respect; and fostering creative artists and critical thinkers. With a curriculum catered to each individual, students develop professional skills that prepare them for careers in the ever-changing world of live performance. We are dedicated to furthering accessibility within our program and the university community as a whole. Current program-wide practices include: theatrical intimacy training, accessibility through ASL interpretation, and teaching/implementing sustainability practices in class, shop, and production work. We look forward to expanding these efforts and are excited to welcome new people, ideas and experiences into our spaces.

The start date is July 1, 2026, and classes begin in late August.

NOTE: Instructor positions are temporary appointments, renewable by separate contract at the sole discretion of the University.

Job Duties

JOB DUTIES: Responsibilities include teaching Movement, Dance, Dance for Musical Theatre, general education courses in theatre, and other courses based on special skills or interests. The candidate is responsible for 12 credit hours per semester, consisting of a combination of coursework, and movement coaching or choreography for main-stage productions as needed. Additional responsibilities will include:

• Contributing to the advancement and growth of the Acting/Directing and Musical Theatre majors.
• Assisting in student recruitment.
• Advising in the selection of the production season.

Predicted Courses Taught

General Education Courses

• CA Introduction to Film
• CA Introduction to Theatre

Courses for Theatre Majors

• Voice & Movement (required for all performance majors)
• Dance for Musical Theatre 1 & 2
• Choreography for Musical Theatre
• Dance classes in the Dance area
• Choreographing 1-2 main stage productions per year

Required Qualifications

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• MA or MFA Degree in Theatre, Dance or related field (must be completed by July 1, 2026)

OR

• BS/BA/BFA in Theatre or Dance, plus 10 years or more of professional work in theatre or dance performance/choreography.

AND

• Evidence of successful teaching experience
• Experience as a movement coach and/or choreographer

Preferred Qualifications

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Evidence of successful teaching at the university level
• Experience in a Nationally certified movement technique (such as Alexander, Laban, Suzuki, or Chekov)
• Experience choreographing plays and musicals
• Experience in dance techniques such as ballet, jazz, tap, etc.

Background Check? Yes

Benefits Summary: WSU offers a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, long-term disability, life insurance, retirement, a wellness program with release time and paid incentives, tuition benefits, free tickets to athletic and performing arts events, and paid holidays. benefits package.

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Open Date: 02/05/2026

Open Until Filled: Yes

Notes to Applicants

If you are passionate about what you could offer and accomplish here at WSU, we would love to hear from you.

To apply, please complete the online application and attach a cover letter, current CV, and the names and contact information for three professional references. Application materials should address the required and preferred qualifications.

Screening of applications will begin March 8, 2026. Position will remain open until filled.

Criminal background check required as a condition of employment.

The Theatre Program has approximately 160 majors with concentrations in acting/directing, musical theatre, design/tech/management, theatre teaching, and generalist studies. We center student leadership opportunities, high-impact learning experiences, and making space for new voices and new work. Our state-of-the-art facilities house three production venues. Students frequently present and perform at the American College Theatre Festival and have been recognized at both the regional and national levels.

Weber State University is a comprehensive institution with an enrollment of over 32,000 students. Founded in 1889, the University is located in Ogden, Utah, 30 miles north of Salt Lake City on the western slopes of the Wasatch Mountains. The area offers a wide variety of cultural, educational, and year-round outdoor recreation experiences. Additional information about Weber State University is available at www.weber.edu.

Physical Activity of this position: Expressing or exchanging ideas. Those activities in which they must convey detailed or important instructions to other workers accurately or quickly. Ability to receive detailed information with or without assistance.

Physical Requirements of this position: Light work. Exerting up to 20 lbs of force occasionally and/or up to 10 lbs of force frequently and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to move objects. Use of arm and/or leg controls exerting forces greater than that for sedentary work.

Visual Acuity Requirements including color, depth perception and field of vision: Required to perform activities such as preparing and analyzing data and figures; transcribing; using a computer terminal; extensive reading.

The conditions the worker will be subject to in this position: None. The worker is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as in typical office or administrative work).

To apply, visit https://jobs.weber.edu/postings/27585