Part-Time Faculty: DRA 140.2 Ballet I (Fall 2026

Part-Time Faculty: DRA 140.2 Ballet I (Fall 2026)

Job Title Part-Time Faculty: DRA 140.2 Ballet I (Fall 2026)

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Commitment to On-Campus Experience

Syracuse University is committed to delivering an exceptional student experience through vibrant, engaged campus communities. This position is based at the above campus location and requires regular in-person presence to support our students, collaborate with colleagues, and contribute to our thriving academic environment. Syracuse University values the collaboration, mentorship, and spontaneous connections that happen when our community works together on campus.

Remote work arrangements are limited in accordance with University policy.

Pay Range $1,483.20 - $1,751 per credit hour

Salary offers at Syracuse University will be based on education, experience, and relevant skills, as well as the academic or professional discipline of the position in the context of the home department, school, or college. Salary offers may also be influenced by prior relevant work or industry experience, where applicable. Faculty pay ranges are for 8.5 months’ salary unless otherwise specified.

Exempt

Fall Semester 2026
MoWe 2:00PM-3:20PM | Archbold Theater 143 | 08/24/2026 – 12/07/2026

Office hours are required.

Part-time

PTI/Adjunct

Unionized Position Code UA

The Department of Drama within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks a Part-Time Instructor to teach DRA 140 Ballet I, a two credit hour course, during the Fall semester, 2026.

Part-time instructor needed for introductory level Ballet dance course for Musical Theater majors. Course consists of the progressive studio study of the technique and theory of classical theatrical dance.

About The College of Visual and Performing Arts

The College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University is committed to the education of cultural leaders who will engage and inspire audiences through performance, visual art, design, scholarship, and commentary. We provide the tools for self-discovery and risk-taking in an environment that thrives on critical thought and action.

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This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by the union SEIU , Local 200

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• 5+ years teaching ballet at the college or professional level.

• Demonstrated teaching effectiveness.

Teaching class twice per week for 80 minutes. Create or adapt a current syllabus.

In addition:

• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
• Preparation of lectures, projects or other student assignments.
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours.
• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
• Meeting all designated class periods.
• If you are unable to meet your class due to illness or emergency, you should exercise your best effort to reschedule the class or to obtain a substitute.
• You must also notify the department chair of your absence and of your plan to cover the class.
• Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
• Grading student assignments and exams in timely manner.
• Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
• Building a positive rapport with students and other faculty.

Not Applicable

Not Applicable

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