Adjunct Lecturer - Communications and Performing Arts; College Program

Adjunct Lecturer - Communications and Performing Arts (College Now Program)

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

The College Now Program at Kingsborough Community College seeks Adjunct Lecturers to teach courses the following courses in the College Now Program:

HUM 1:
Modern Humanities:
Arts and ideas (3 credit, 3 hour college level course open to junior and/or senior students)

Course explores literature, drama, art, and music in today's world. Attempts are made to place 20th century developments into a historicl context and illustrate the continuity of culture. This class is in addtion to the teacher's regular NYCPS work day. Teacher's are expected to attend professional development meetings, assessment of instruction and related events.

MCF 40:
Film:
The Creative Medium (3 credit, 3 hour college level course open to junior and/or senior students)

To recognize the film medium as a creative art, students are introduced to the key elements of cinematic form: narrative, mise-en-scene, cinematography, editing, sound, and acting. Key concepts are illustrated through the viewing and analysis of select short and feature-length films. This class is in addition to the teacher's regular NYCPS work day. Teacher's are expected to attend professional development meetings, assessment of instruction and related events.

MCM 30:
Mass Media (3 credit, 3 hour college level course open to junior and/or senior students)

Analysis of mass media to discover the way information is perceived and influences behavior. Extensive use is made of film and video resources to examine the message systems employed by individuals, groups, institutions and politics. Focus is on books, news, radio, film, television, advertising and social media. This class is in addtion to the teacher's regular NYCPS work day. Teacher's are expected to attend professional development meetings, assessment of instruction and related events.

THA 50:
Foundations of Theatre Arts (3 credit, 3 hour college level course open to junior and/or senior students)

This survey course is designed sf to provide students with a thorough understanding and greater appreciation of the theatrical form. Readings and lectures will focus on the relationship between theatrical theory and practice, the various creative/production roles essential to theatre, as well as major artists and movements throughout theatrical history. Students will analyze major works of dramatic literature to offer context for course content, as well as attend a live theatrical performance on campus.

This class is in addtion to the teacher's regular NYCPS work day. Teacher's are expected to attend professional development meetings, assessment of instruction and related events.

QUALIFICATIONS

HUM 1:
Modern Humanities:
Arts and Ideas

A baccalaureate or graduate degree (master's degree preferred) in Humanities (Art, English, History, Literature, Music, Speech and Theatre, etc.) A minimum of three years teaching experience is preferred.

MCF 40:
Film:
The Creative Medium _and_ MCM 30:
Mass Media

A baccalaureate or graduate degree (master's degree preferred) in Communication (Communications and Performing Arts, Mass Media, Speech and Theatre, etc.). A minimum of three years of teaching experience is preferred.

THA 50:
Foundations in Theatre Arts

A baccalaureate or graduate degree (master's degree preferred) in Theatre Arts or related field, and at least 3 years of teaching experience is preferred.

COMPENSATION

$91.67 - $98.40. Salary commensurate with experience and qualfifications.

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

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Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.

CLOSING DATE

June 8, 2026. Review of resumes to begin immediately; on-going to fill open positions.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job

30474

Location

Kingsborough Community College