Adjunct Instructor, Master of Arts in Theatre Directing
Listed on 2026-08-05
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Education / Teaching
Academic, University Professor, College Lecturer
Adjunct Instructor, Master of Arts in Theatre Directing
The Chicago College of Performing Arts/Roosevelt University is seeking a part-time instructor of directing to teach a brief summer class to graduate students in our Master of Arts in Theatre Directing program. This is a 1.5 credit hour module that is part of a broader sequence of classes in directing and will consist of nine class sessions delivered to approximately 18 students.
This class should address issues, strategies and practical techniques for the early-career director in rehearsing and staging Contemporary Plays. The instructor will be supported in crafting an effective lesson plan for this unique program.
Dates:
June 22, 23 & 25 June 29, 30 & July 2 July 6, 7 & 9
Class meeting times:
Mondays and Tuesdays from 3:45 to 5:45 p.m. and Thursdays from 8:30 to 10:45 a.m.
The salary for these nine class sessions: $1,991.00
Job Duties:
- Online delivery of course material, including creating assignments and evaluation of students' work.
- Clear and timely communication.
- Timely submission of all grades.
- Consistent usage of Roosevelt University email address (to be assigned upon onboarding).
- Submission of a syllabus (university-mandated template will be provided) documenting all class policies, expectations, procedures, and grading criteria.
Knowledge,
Skills and Abilities
Required - MFA in Directing or Acting or equivalent professional experience.
Years of Experience Required - 1-2
Required Education
- Masters Degree
Priority Application Instructions:
Please submit all applications through the Roosevelt jobs portal, including a Letter of Interest, a Resume or Curriculum Vitae and three professional references with contact information. Note that a college transcript will be required prior to hiring but not at the time of application submission. Applicants are encouraged to submit as soon as possible as applications will be reviewed as received.
Departmental Contact Information
- Jim Iorio Co-Chair of the Interdisciplinary Conservatory Program Director of the Master of Arts in Directing Program [jiorio
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