Part-Time Faculty: DRA Advanced Voice​/Verse - Accents & Dialects

Job Title Part-Time Faculty: DRA 321.2 Advanced Voice/Verse
- Accents & Dialects (Spring 2027)

Location

Campus

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

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.

FLSA Status

FLSA Status Exempt

Hours

Spring Semester 2027

MoWe 11:40AM-1:30PM | Archbold BLK BOX |01/11/2027 – 04/26/2027

Office hours are required.

Job Type

Job Type Part-time

Rank

Rank PTI/Adjunct

Unionized Position Code UA

Job Description

The Department of Drama within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks a Part-Time Instructor to teach DRA 321:
Advanced Voice Verse:
Accents and Dialects, a three-credit hour course, during the Spring semester 2027.

The Department of Drama seeks an instructor to design and teach a course in Dialects, focusing on accent acquisition and the practical application of dialect work within acting. The successful candidate will bring both technical expertise in phonetics/accent training and a strong grounding in dramatic literature, curating course materials that reflect a diverse group of artists and traditions.

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. To learn more about the college, our distinguished faculty, and our program, please visit our websites at www.syr.edu

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www.vpa.syr.edu .

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree and five plus years’ experience teaching accents and dialects to drama students.

• Demonstrated expertise in accent/dialect acquisition and instruction (e.g., training in IPA , Knight-Thompson Speech work, or comparable methodology)
• Professional or academic experience teaching dialects for actors
• Strong knowledge of dramatic literature across diverse cultural and linguistic traditions
• MFA or equivalent professional experience in acting, voice, or a related discipline preferred
• Excellent communication and mentorship skills in a studio/classroom setting

• Design and deliver course curriculum covering accent acquisition techniques and dialect work as applied to acting
• Select and incorporate dramatic materials representing a diverse range of artists and voices
• Provide individualized coaching and feedback to student actors on dialect technique
• Assess student progress in both technical accuracy and dramatic application of dialects
• Collaborate with Drama faculty to ensure alignment with broader acting curriculum and program goals.
• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
• Preparation…