Theatre Instructor - Acting​/Directing​/Performance Emphasis - Non-Tenure - Spokane Falls Communi

Overview

The Theatre Instructor - Acting/Directing/Performance Emphasis - Non-Tenure - Spokane Falls Community College role includes teaching theatre courses, contributing to program development, recruitment/outreach, and department/college collaboration while upholding SFCC’s commitment to equity and diversity.

• Demonstrate commitment to serving a socially and culturally diverse student population, promoting equity, and preparing students to live responsibly in an increasingly global civilization.
• Prepare for and instruct courses in theatre (DRAMA) through in-person, hybrid, flex, and online modalities, as appropriate to program needs. Courses may include (but not limited to):
  • Introduction to Theatre
  • Theatre Production (directing 1-2 live theatre productions / year)
  • Including collaboration w/ Digital Filmmaking and Music programs in alternating years for drama program productions.
  • Basics of Acting 1 and 2
  • Acting for Film and Television
  • Directing for Stage and Screen
  • Other theatre course as appropriate
  • Introduction to Humanities
• Lead recruitment and outreach efforts to strengthen enrollment and public recognition of SFCC’s theatre program.
• Participate actively in the annual season selection committee.
• Train and assist in the academic advising of theatre program students.
• Assist the Director of Drama in program development efforts.
• Utilize equity-minded practices in the development of course syllabi, assessments, and materials supporting the instructional process.
• Evaluate student progress and provide clear, timely feedback.
• Provide availability and accessibility to students for the purpose of academic advising/consulting and support, through a combination of scheduled office hours, email accessibility or other effective means of responsive communication.
• Work collaboratively with diverse colleagues and community members.
• Participate in program, department, division, and college councils or committees; participate in meetings and professional development activities.
• Demonstrate an understanding of the community college mission and values and how SFCC advances them.
• Comply with state and federal law applicable to professional duties and responsibilities, and follow established procedures in administrative processes.
• In addition, faculty may:
  • Advise student clubs or associations.
  • Train for and teach First Year Experience classes (FYE 105).
  • Participate in events promoting intercultural awareness, diversity, and equity.
  • Instruct courses in related disciplines based upon qualifications.
  • Advocate for Drama and Theatre and/or CAML on campus and in the community.

• An earned Master’s degree in Theatre, Drama or a closely aligned field from an accredited institution.
• Previous experience teaching live theatre performance techniques equivalent to one academic year.
• Background or experience with live theatre production.
• Demonstrated teaching experience with various modalities (online, on ground, hybrid/flex).
• Commitment to fostering a teaching, learning, and working environment that honors diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Ability to work effectively as a member of a team.
• Commitment to promoting the welfare and best interests of students.
• Ability to articulate the community college mission and values and how SFCC advances them.
• Ability to perform duties in compliance with laws, regulations, and institutional goals.

The following competencies are not necessary for application, but evidence of one or more could increase a candidate’s success:

• An earned MFA or Ph.D in Theatre from an accredited institution by the beginning of the initial contract.
• Experience teaching acting, directing live theatre productions, and/or acting and directing for stage or screen.
• 2+ years’ experience as actor/director in professional or community theatre.
• Training related to theatre from non-dominant/non-western perspectives.
• Curriculum design and development that is innovative, equity-minded, and engaging using instructional technology.
• Two or more years of college-level instruction in Theatre or related fields.
• Experience working with historically underrepresented populations within theatre.
• Professional…