Dance Associate; Instructor - Middle Eastern Dance - Fall

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Assignment Category:
Temporary Assignment

The college is accepting applications for an instructor to teach the following class: DNCE 130, 131, 230 - MIDDLE EASTERN DANCE I, II, III. Fall Semester 2021 (late-start class Sept - Dec). Mondays, 6:00 pm - 7:20 pm. Oceanside Campus.

This combined course provides a concentrated study of Middle Eastern dance within its cultural context. Students learn dance techniques, correct alignment, body isolations, arm movements, and rhythmic coordination necessary to perform Middle Eastern dances. Topics include Raqs al Baladi, Raqs Sharqi, Taqsim and basic drum solo patterns. The course includes basic Middle Eastern rhythms and covers both traditional and contemporary influences.

The more advanced courses include learning dance choreographies, more complex drum solos, playing finger cymbal patterns, and veil work.

Compensation is based on education. To view the current Associate (part-time) Faculty Salary Schedule, please select 'Salary Schedules' to the left on the navigation bar or go to https://(Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). Employees must make arrangements for the direct deposit of paychecks into the financial institution of their choice via electronic fund transfer.

Applications will be reviewed by the department as they are received. In order to be considered for this position, you must submit the following:

• An application.
• A cover letter discussing methods, theories, or technologies especially relevant to your teaching style and describing any qualifications not evident in your resume or CV.
• A résumé/CV summarizing your educational background and experience.
• Transcripts.
• Transcripts of ALL college degrees/coursework needed to qualify for this position; unofficial or legible copies are acceptable but must indicate that the degree(s) has been conferred, if applicable.

If you do not possess the EXACT degree major(s) listed in the Minimum Qualifications section, you will need to submit an equivalency narrative and supporting documentation if and when the department decides to hire you. At that point, Human Resources will work with you to submit the request. If you would like to submit a brief statement outlining how you are equivalent at the time of application, please feel free to do so, but the full request and supporting documents are not required for application purposes.

(View the instructions for equivalency requests at https://) All degrees and units used to satisfy the minimum qualifications must be from postsecondary institutions accredited by an accreditation agency recognized by either the U.S. Department of Education or the Council on Postsecondary Accreditation. If your degree/coursework is from a college or university anywhere outside of the United States, you must submit a detailed evaluation from a professional evaluation agency.

A partial list of agencies can be found at  Transcripts or translations in English still require the evaluation to show the U.S. equivalence of your degree.

• If needed to meet the minimum qualifications, a copy (front and back) of your fully satisfied, lifetime California Community College credential authorizing service in the appropriate discipline.

Applicants will not be contacted unless selected for interview. Offer of employment to the person selected for this position is contingent upon:
1) submission of a current TB test clearance,
2) proof of eligibility to work in the United States,
3) fingerprint clearance, and
4) submission of official transcripts indicating appropriate degree(s) awarded or submission of a valid appropriate California Community College credential.

• Master’s degree in dance, physical education with a dance emphasis, or theater with dance emphasis;
• OR master’s degree in Theatre and Dance (Dance Theatre) – an approved comparable degree at Mira Costa College;
• OR bachelor’s degree in any of the above AND master’s degree in physical education, any life science, physiology, theater arts, kinesiology, humanities, performing arts, or music;
• OR a valid appropriate California Community College Credential in the discipline area;
• OR the equivalent*.

AND have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

Basic Function:

Under direction, plan, organize and teach assigned courses in an instructional field or discipline in accordance with approved course outlines, education code requirements and faculty contract provisions; provide feedback and guidance to students and evaluate student performance; and perform related duties as assigned.

• Plan, organize and develop instructional materials including presentations, lectures,…