Adjunct Stagecraft Instructor

Antelope Valley College invites applications for our adjunct (Temporary, part‑time) faculty applicant pool for the following Stagecraft Instructor.

• Instruct students in the assigned discipline, such as Stagecraft, Fundamentals of Lighting, and/or Technical Theatre Production.
• Instruction may include teaching courses during the day, evening, online, and/or off‑campus sites.

• Any bachelor’s degree or higher with two years of professional experience, or an associate degree with six years of professional experience (or equivalent).
• Equivalency not needed per faculty division.
• A sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students (tit. 5 53024.1).

• Practical and collegiate instruction experience in stagecraft, lighting, and technical production courses.
• Teach students to work as stage technicians and identify qualified students to serve as crew for productions.
• Instruct students during crew work on productions and during the strike of the production.
• Act as the Technical Director for the Theatre Arts Theatrical Production(s) during the semester of employment.
• Consult with faculty and staff in all areas relevant to the technical elements of the Theatre Arts program, including budgeting and purchasing of equipment and materials.
• Attend all production meetings, rehearsals, and perform as the faculty representative of the technical side of the production.
• Work as a team member with Producer, Director, Designers, and AVC Performing Arts Theatre staff and crew.
• Coordinate with the AVC Performing Arts Theatre Technical Director for use of all Performing Arts spaces, including the Scene Shop and Stage areas.
• Provide technical oversight, guidance, and training to student theatrical crew members in the proper use of tools and theater equipment.

Applicants must submit the following documents through NEOGOV by the deadline date:

• Completed application form
• Current resume
• Letter of intent addressing minimum and desirable qualifications
• Copies of transcripts of all degrees and supplemental coursework (out‑of‑country transcripts must be evaluated prior to submission; acceptable services include NACES).
  • All out‑of‑country transcripts must be evaluated before submission.
  • Any evaluation service member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Service (NACES) http://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). is acceptable.
• Two (2) current letters of professional reference signed and dated within the last year

Applications missing any requested documents will not be considered.

AVC does not sponsor visas.

Antelope Valley College is committed to employing administrators, faculty, and staff who are dedicated to student success. AVC recognizes that diversity in the academic environment fosters cultural awareness, promotes mutual understanding and respect, and provides suitable role models for all students. AVC is committed to hiring processes that support equal opportunity, diversity, and provide equitable consideration for all candidates as required in federal and state law.

If you require accommodations for the application process in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the People, Culture and Talent (H.R.) Office at (661) 722‑6311.