Part-Time Faculty: DRA Jazz ; Fall
Job in
Syracuse, Onondaga County, New York, 13201, USA
Listed on 2026-06-21
Listing for:
Syracuse University
Part Time
position Listed on 2026-06-21
Job specializations:
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Education / Teaching
University Professor, Faculty, Performing Arts Roles/ Dance Instructor, Academic -
Creative Arts/Media
Performing Arts Roles/ Dance Instructor
Job Description & How to Apply Below
The Department of Drama within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks a Part-Time Instructor to teach DRA 135 Jazz 1, a two credit hour course, during the Fall semester, 2026.
Part-time instructor needed for introduction jazz dance course for Musical Theater majors. Course consists of the progressive studio study of the technique and theory of jazz 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. To learn more about the college, our distinguished faculty, and our program, please visit our websites .edu,
www.vpa.syr.edu.
This position is part of a bargaining unit and is represented by the union SEIU, Local 200
United.
Qualifications
* Bachelors' degree.
* 5+ years teaching jazz at the college or professional level.
Job Specific Qualifications
* Demonstrated teaching effectiveness.
Responsibilities
* Teaching class twice per week for 80 minutes.
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.
Physical Requirements
Not Applicable
Tools/Equipment
Not Applicable
Application Instructions
In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume/curriculum vitae and cover letter.
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