Lecturer- Theatre & Dance Winter

Salary range: $76,

University of California, Davis Department of Theatre and Dance

POSITION:
The Department of Theatre and Dance is searching for a lecturer in performing arts for the Winter and Spring quarters for the 2026-27 academic year. To teach the following courses:

• DRA 42A
  - Beginning Dance
• DRA 42B
  - Intermediate Dance

This position encompasses a range of pedagogies including ballet at the beginning and intermediate levels.

The search committee is particularly interested in candidates who, through their creative work, teaching, will contribute to the inclusive excellence of the academic community.

A bachelor's degree in dance, professional dance experience, and experience teaching undergraduates

Basic qualifications (required at time of application)

A bachelor's degree in dance, professional dance experience, and experience teaching undergraduates

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