Department of GE and Interdisciplinary Studies; Dance Instructor

Sonoma State University’s beautiful 274-acre campus is located in Sonoma County wine country, an hour north of San Francisco. The campus offers the ideal setting for teaching and learning and access to a community of rich cultural, environmental, and recreational opportunities. Founded in 1960, SSU is one of the 22 campuses of the California State University System. As members of the largest public higher education system in the nation, we provide accessible, high-quality education.

The Department

General Education and Interdisciplinary Studies (GEIS) provides students with broad-based and interdisciplinary learning opportunities that complement their major fields of study. Through courses that span disciplines and areas of inquiry, GEIS supports the development of creative expression, critical thinking, communication, and engaged learning. GEIS currently houses courses in subjects such as dance, philosophy, theatre arts, and interdisciplinary studies. Dance courses within GEIS provide students from across the university with opportunities to explore movement, performance, and creative practice.

Current faculty teaching in GEIS can be found on the GEIS website .

Duties of the Position

This lecturer position is open for those interested in teaching introductory and/or GE courses in dance. Duties may include teaching undergraduate Dance (DANC) courses in a range of movement practices and dance forms and/or lower division general education dance courses focusing on holistic approaches to dance and embodied knowledge for non-dance majors. Current instructional needs include introductory Hip Hop or other dance styles, designed for students with varying levels of dance experience.

Teaching assignments are contingent on budget and enrollment needs.

Instructors are responsible for course preparation and instruction, fostering an inclusive and engaging learning environment, assessing student learning, and fulfilling other instructional responsibilities associated with the course, such as holding office hours. The position requires the successful candidate to be on campus and to teach in person.

Additionally, the most competitive applicants will have a record of inclusive pedagogy and of engaging students from diverse backgrounds, including groups historically underrepresented. These individuals should demonstrate sensitivity, knowledge, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, and social and cultural backgrounds and identities of the students we serve. Candidates who support those goals are encouraged to apply and to identify their relevant strengths and experiences, indicating these in the cover letter.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Dance or appropriate professional experience.

Preferred Qualifications

At least 2-3 years experience teaching dance at the undergraduate level is preferred. An advanced degree (MA, MFA, Ph.D) in Dance is preferred, particularly for lecture/discussion courses.

Rank and Salary

Full-time is a 15-unit workload per semester. Actual salary is dependent upon the number of units assigned, educational preparation, and availability of funds subject to any CSU system faculty contract salary increases.

• Salary commensurate with degree level and experience.
• Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month.
• The full-time (15 units per semester) monthly base salary range indicated above is prorated to the number of units worked and are paid in six monthly payments for each full semester.
• Selection as a candidate in the applicant pool, does not guarantee employment. Temporary Faculty appointments are made on a part-time, temporary basis and contingent upon department needs and…