"Part-Time Faculty - Theater Arts (Stage Makeup)"

Job Description

Definition

The Coast Community College District is a multi-college district that includes Coastline Community College, Golden West College, and Orange Coast College. The three colleges offer programs in transfer, general education, occupational/technical education, community services and student support services. Coastline, Golden West and Orange Coast enroll more than 60,000 students each year in more than 300 degree and certificate programs.

Part-time/temporary faculty positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of adult students in achieving their educational goals. As one of the largest community college districts in southern California, we offer a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, vocational and occupational programs. These part-time positions are as needed and applicants should live within commuting distance to Orange County.

Performance Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction in accordance with established curriculum and course outlines.
• Create and maintain an environment which emphasizes teaching and learning and encourages free discussion of ideas, interests and issues.
• Maintain appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics.
• Maintain current knowledge in the subject matter areas.
• Fulfill professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member.
• Teach all scheduled classes.
• Maintain accurate records.
• Assignments may include day, evening, weekend, on-line and/or off-campus classes.

Emphasis is placed upon the introduction and development of skills and talents required for an understanding and application of stage make-up in a theater environment. Topics include but are not limited to practical introduction to the techniques of applying theatrical make-up including:
a. basic two dimensional art techniques,
b. color theory,
c. chiaroscuro,
d. anatomy of the head,
e. corrective make-up techniques,
f. character make-up techniques,
g. creating fantasy make-ups,
h. designing make-up,
i. make-up materials and sources,
j. procedures for make-up crew and techniques,
k. introduction to prosthetic make-up devices.

Written assignments for students may include the creation of character charts for each assignment, detailed character descriptions, theatrical production reviews and written exams demonstrating the various procedures of make-up techniques.

Instructor might be requested to provide costume and/or make-up design services on a show-by-show basis as an independent contractor.

Assignment may include day and evening and weekend classes.

Qualifications and Physical Demands

Minimum Qualifications

1. Must meet one of the following qualifications under (a) through (d):
   a. Valid California Community College instructor credential, appropriate to the subject, per Education Code 87355 (issued prior to July 1, 1990);
   b. Master's degree or Master of Fine Arts from an accredited institution in drama/theater arts/performance.
   c. Bachelor's degree or Bachelor of Fine Arts in drama/theater/performance AND a Master's degree in comparative literature, English, communication studies, speech, literature, or humanities from an accredited institution.
   d. Or, possess a combination of education and experience that is at least the equivalent to the above. Candidates making an application on the basis of equivalency must submit an Application for Equivalency in addition to all other required materials.
2. Evidence of a sensitivity to, understanding of, and the ability to manage the classroom environment AND effectively provide instruction to community college students of diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds.

Desirable Qualifications

1. Recent community college or lower division teaching experience.
2. Expertise and professional experience in field of course(s) to be taught.
3. Successful course work in theater arts with an emphasis in make-up design/technical theater
4. Practical experience in theater arts with an emphasis in make-up design/technical theater particularly at the professional or college level
5. Documented significant experience teaching appropriate college level theater courses with a preferred emphasis in make-up design/technical theater
6. Exposure to, and involvement with, the professional theater and/or dance community
7. Strong commitment to quality teaching, motivation of students, student success and academic excellence
8. Broad knowledge of academic or occupational area, including ability to design curriculum to address a wide range of learning levels
9. Ability to work with diverse population of students and staff
10. Understanding of current and emerging instructional delivery technologies and the ability to integrate those technologies into the learning process as applicable
11. A person who is innovative, ethical, enthusiastic, and collaborative

Conditions of Employment

Employment is on a part-time, temporary basis... This is a CONTINUOUS recruitment for an applicant POOL to fill part-time, temporary, hourly assignments on an as-needed basis...

Salary

Based on LHE (Lecture Hour Equivalent) in accordance with the current Part-Time Faculty Salary Schedule.

Application Requirements

To be considered for employment you must submit a complete application packet... 1. A complete Coast Community College District Online Employment Application. 2. A current resume or curriculum vitae... etc.