"Part-Time Adjunct - School of Theatre and Dance"

Description

The School of Theatre and Dance (https://creativeartsandmedia.wvu.edu/school-of-theatre-and-dance) at West Virginia University invites applications for part-time Adjunct positions to teach undergraduate, graduate, or non-credentialled courses.

The School currently offers the following programs:

Graduate Programs

• Acting MFA
• Costume Design and Technology MFA
• Lighting Design and Technology MFA
• Scenic Design and Technology MFA
• Technical Direction MFA

Undergraduate Programs

• Acting BFA
• Dance BA
• Musical Theatre BFA
• Theatre BA
• Theatre Design and Technology BFA

Descriptions for the undergraduate sequences are available online in the https://creativeartsandmedia.wvu.edu/school-of-theatre-and-dance/theatre-and-dance-undergraduate

Qualifications

Adjunct teaching positions prefer candidates that possess a terminal degree (master's or doctoral) in a closely related discipline, along with related professional experience. Candidates that possess a bachelor's degree in a related discipline along with substantial, highly specialized industry experience will also be considered.

Review of applications occurs on an as-needed basis. Qualified candidates may be contacted at any time when an opportunity in his/her expressed interest or professional area becomes available. Applications submitted through the online form will remain active for the calendar year in which they are submitted. Salary is established on a per-course basis. These positions are not anticipated to be benefits-eligible.

Required Application Materials:

To be considered for adjunct teaching opportunities, please complete the online application form and attach a single Word or PDF document that contains your 1) cover letter and 2) resume/CV with 3) contact information for two individuals who can provide letters of recommendation. In your cover letter, be sure to connect your professional experience and teaching strengths/experience as it relates to the courses you are applying to teach. The WVU School of Theatre and Dance instructors are engaging, dynamic, and leaders in their respective fields, so please tell us what you will bring into the online classroom to ensure a valuable, interactive learning experience for students.