Part-Time Faculty: DRA 126.1 Intro to Acting II Majors - Acting (Spring 2027)

pay ranges are for 8.5 months' salary unless otherwise specified. FLSA Status: Exempt Hours: Spring Semester 2027 MoTuWe 8:30AM-11:20AM | Archbold Theater 251 | 01/11/2027 - 04/26/2027 Office hours are required. Job Type: Part Time Rank: PTI/Adjunct Campus: Syracuse, NY Unionized Position Code: UA Job Description: The Department of Drama within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks a part-time instructor to teach DRA 126 Introduction to Acting II Majors, a three-credit hour course, in the Spring semester 2027. Seeking a Part-Time Instructor to teach Introduction to Acting II for first-year Acting and Musical Theatre majors. The course is a continuation of acting techniques from DRA 125 with an emphasis on vocal, physical, and emotional relaxation; concentration; and dramatic action. The course includes work on consent and draws heavily upon an inclusive range of work from diverse artists. About The College of Visual and Performing Arts The College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University is committed to the education of cultural leaders who will engage and inspire audiences through performance, visual art, design, scholarship, and commentary. We provide the tools for self-discovery and risk-taking in an environment that thrives on critical thought and action. To learn more about the college, our distinguished faculty, and our program, please visit our websites at www.syr.edu , www.vpa.syr.edu Qualifications: Bachelors' degree and 5 plus years teaching acting at the college level. Advanced or terminal degree (or equivalent professional experience) desirable. Job Specific Qualifications: Responsibilities: Teach 90-minute sessions three times per week to five different First-Year cohorts over the full semester. In addition: Developing and/or updating a class syllabus. Preparation of lectures, projects or other student assignments. 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