Limited Term Instructor-Theatre-POOL

Job Title:

Limited Term Instructor-Theatre-POOL

Location:

UWG Recruiting Location

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Job

Our campus is located at 1601 Maple Street, Carrollton, GA 30118.

Faculty and staff members are expected to be physically present on campus as needed to support the in‑person educational experience and the on‑campus vitality at the University of West Georgia. Depending upon teaching assignments and student demand, this could include the Carrollton or Newnan campuses.

University of West Georgia Theatre and the School of Visual and Performing Arts seeks applications from qualified candidates to fill a Limited Term Instructor in Theatre. UWG Theatre is an accredited member of the National Association of Schools of Theatre, and we offer a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Theatre as a Generalist or within Acting and/or Design & Technology Concentrations.

The LTI Position plays a critical role in student mentorship and development for our undergraduate majors and will be responsible for teaching a 4/4 teaching load with limited requirements for service and professional development on a semesterly calendar. The LTI’s teaching responsibilities may include the instruction of discipline‑specific theatre courses (Intro to upper level) as well as Theatre’s associated core classes as part of general education (Theatre Appreciation and/or Self Staging, which is a Theatre‑based oral communication course).

Additionally, the LTI position will also be expected to provide professional‑teaching contributions for at least one of the UWG theatre companies’ annual productions.

• A full‑time faculty position with full benefits
• Teach 4 courses each semester; usually will consist of two theatre major courses within the candidate’s specialized area and two courses within Theatre’s associated university core classes (Theatre Appreciation and/or Self Staging, which is a Theatre‑based oral communications courses in general education).
• Requires limited service and professional activities/development.
• Provide professional‑teaching contributions to facilitate at least one of our productions per season.
• Assists in the development and mentorship of our theatre majors.
• MFA in Theatre at the time of appointment is preferred; however, applicants with an MA in Theatre and/or a minimum of at least 18 hours of graduate coursework within the specified discipline are also encouraged to apply.

• Letter of interest
• Current CV
• Portfolio of works (if applicable)
• Contact list for three professional references

The University of West Georgia offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support faculty and staff across multiple dimensions; health, wellness, financial security, and professional growth. Employees working at least 30 hours per week gain access to a range of health plans, including medical, dental, and vision, wellness programs, and robust retirement options through Georgia Teachers Retirement System (TRS), Optional Retirement Program, and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) plans.

Employees are granted 13 paid holidays and paid time off accruals and are eligible to participate in the University System of Georgia’s Tuition Assistance Program. Fringe benefits include a variety of resources focused on employee physical, mental, financial, and social well‑being through Acentra Employee Assistance Program in addition to personal financial advising with Captrust. UWG also offers exclusive discounts and special offers on entertainment, travel, and other products and services through the Perks at Work program, free access to the university recreation facility, discounted campus dining options, and more!

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of West Georgia as determined by the University of West Georgia in its sole discretion; confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials, reference checks; and, if applicable, a satisfactory…