Adjunct ProfessorofTheatre and Performance; Stage Combat & Pool

Adjunct Professor of Theatre and Performance (Stage Combat & Open Pool)

Job Description

Summary:

The Department of Theatre and Performance at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, is recruiting a pool of qualified individuals for possible part‑time adjunct teaching appointments. For the current academic year the department anticipates instructional needs in Stage Combat. This pool will remain open to address additional teaching needs that may arise throughout the year.

• Teach assigned undergraduate and/or graduate courses depending on unit need.
• Prepare syllabi and course materials.
• Deliver instruction and assess student learning.
• Hold office hours.
• Fulfill other instructional duties consistent with departmental needs.

Within the College of Arts & Sciences, adjunct faculty may be responsible for the above tasks. Your application will remain active as long as the pool position is available, but no longer than one year. After one year, if you are still interested, you must reapply to the most current adjunct advertisement.

• Master's degree in Theatre or a closely related field, or equivalent experience and qualifications.
• Certification in Stage Combat through the Society of American Fight Directors or equivalent experience (required only if applying to teach Stage Combat).

• Previous academic teaching experience.

• Position is not eligible for work visa sponsorship.
• Part‑time position restricted to the term to which it is assigned and hired, and not eligible for benefits.
• Position may require additional hours beyond the typical work week, including occasional evenings, weekends, or overnight work as needed.
• As part‑time exempt employees, adjuncts are subject to the limitations of the Virginia Manpower Control Program. Total hours worked may not exceed an average of 29 hours per week over a twelve‑month period beginning May 1 each year.
• Within Arts & Sciences, adjunct instructional workload limits apply. Total adjunct work hours for part‑time employment from May 1 through April 30 may not exceed 1,500 hours, generally equating to up to 14 credit hours for fall/spring and up to 6 for summer, not to exceed 18 credit hours for the year.
• Adjuncts must maintain an in‑person presence for the duration of their appointment. Remote teaching opportunities are rare and subject to approval.

• Summer Session 1:
  May 26 – June 26 (terms may vary).
• Summer Session 2:
  June 29 – July 31 (expected contract effective date: June 25).
• Summer Session 3:
  May 26 – July 31 (terms may vary).
• Fall:
  August 10 – January 9.
• Spring:
  January 10 – May 24.

• Curriculum vitae.
• Cover letter.
• A statement of teaching interests that describes the courses you are qualified and interested in teaching, as well as your approach to teaching and mentoring and how your past scholarly work informs your approach.
• A reference page with contact information (including names, email addresses, and phone numbers) for three references.

Applicants are encouraged to reflect on teaching and mentoring practices that advance academic excellence and success for all learners/scholars in Theatre & Performance in any of the aforementioned required documents.

EEO is the Law. Applicants can learn more about William & Mary’s status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the “Know Your Rights” poster published by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission c.gov/know-your-rights-workplace-discrimination-illegal.

Background Check:
William & Mary conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment, including reference checks, a criminal history record check, and, when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Remote Work Disclaimer:
Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of success in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor’s ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility.