Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Theatre & Dance​/Theatre Program; AY

Overview

Part-Time Lecturer Pool - Theatre & Dance/Theatre Program (AY 25/26)

Job No: 546534
Work Type:
Instructional Faculty - Temporary/Lecturer

Location:

Central California:
San Luis Obispo
Categories:
Bargaining Unit:
Unit 3 - CFA - California Faculty Association, Job Search Category/Discipline:
Faculty - Fine/Performing Arts, Appointment Type:
Temporary, Time Basis:
Part Time

Appointments from the part-time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants must be available on very short notice. The Theatre and Dance Department invites applications for a pool of part-time lecturers in Theatre for the  academic year. Positions are available as determined by need and funding during the Fall, Winter, and/or Spring quarters, which begin September 11, 2025.

Teaching assignments are contingent upon budget and enrollments. Assignments may include teaching courses such as:
Introduction to Theatre, Theatre History, Improvised Narratives, American Theatre and/or Topics in Diversity on the American Stage, World Drama, Rehearsal and Performance, Music Direction and Vocal Coaching, Stage Management, Production Management, Sound Design and Engineering, and Technologies in Design and Technical Production.

Initial rank and salary for lecturer faculty are based on professional experience and educational background and are determined by the hiring department. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. As of July 2024, the classification salary ranges for the respective ranks are:

• Lecturer A: $5,507-$6,677
• Lecturer B: $6,221-$13,224
• Lecturer C: $6,825-$14,523
• Lecturer D: $8,593-$15,221

Equal Opportunity and Excellence in Education and Employment

This position is open and available to all regardless of race, sex, color, ethnicity or national origin. Cal Poly provides equal opportunity in education and employment without unlawful discrimination or preferential treatment based on protected characteristics. Cal Poly complies with applicable civil rights laws and CSU's nondiscrimination policy. We prohibit discriminatory treatment, harassment, and retaliation in all university programs, policies, and practices.

Cal Poly is a diverse community committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful environment. We prioritize inclusive curriculum development, faculty and staff training, student mentorship, and comprehensive support programs to empower individuals to reach their potential.

Due to CSU policies, the person hired must reside in California at the time of hire and for the duration of the appointment.

Theatre Arts related Bachelor's degree and/or professional equivalent experience is a minimum requirement for teaching activity or lab sections. For lecture classes, candidates must have at least a Master's degree in theatre-related studies (e.g., MA, MFA) and/or lifetime equivalent experience.

Preference will be given to those with university-level teaching experience. Ph.D. in Theatre Arts or Performance Studies is preferred for lecture and seminar sections.

All CSU employees are designated as mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act. A background check is required after a conditional offer. Sensitive positions require heightened scrutiny. CSU Out-of-State Employment policies apply. Cal Poly is smoke & tobacco-free.

The Theatre and Dance Department is part of the College of Liberal Arts and serves majors in Theatre and minors in Dance, along with students from other disciplines.

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Review begin date:
May 9, 2025 and continues throughout the 25-26 academic year. For questions, contact the Theatre and Dance Department by phone at  or by email at thtrdanc.

To Apply:

All applicants must apply online at: (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./546534

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