a B.A. degree in Theatre, and Minors in Dance and Theatre. The program seeks highly qualified individuals who will support the continued advancement of the program.
Located in Conway, South Carolina, just 9 miles from the Atlantic coastal resort city of Myrtle Beach, this highly collaborative department maintains an ambitious production season, in addition to new works and staged readings to connect students with working professionals. Department faculty maintain professional careers in their respective disciplines. Senior B.F.A. performance students participate in a New York Showcase for industry professionals, senior B.F.A. design/production showcase their portfolios at national conferences, and students in our department can study abroad in collaboration with our conservatory partner, Theatre Academy London.
The Department of Theatre seeks applications for a pool of qualified adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate theatre courses on a semester-by-semester basis, contingent upon departmental needs. Successful candidates may be assigned one or more courses in areas including, but not limited to, theatre appreciation, acting, musical theatre, theatre history, dramatic literature, design and production, performance studies, and other specialized areas consistent with the candidate’s training and professional experience.
Adjunct faculty are expected to provide high-quality instruction, maintain regular communication with students, hold appropriate office hours or student consultation opportunities, assess student learning, and participate in departmental activities as appropriate. Opportunities may also exist to mentor student projects, support productions, or contribute to recruitment and outreach efforts, based on departmental needs and the faculty member’s expertise.
To be qualified for this position, applicants must have completed at least 18 graduate credit hours in the Theatre discipline. Possessing a master’s degree, MFA, or other appropriate graduate degree in Theatre or a closely related field is preferred. Preference also will be given to candidates with successful college-level teaching experience and/or substantial professional experience in the theatre industry.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue throughout the academic year as instructional needs arise. Interested candidates should submit their application materials electronically at https://jobs.coastal.edu/postings/121774. A complete application should include an online application, cover letter, curriculum vitae or professional résumé, unofficial transcripts, and contact information for three professional references. References may be contacted if a teaching opportunity becomes available. Compensation is competitive and based on qualifications and assigned teaching load.