Instructor in Drama​/Theater Arts, Focus: Costume​/Makeup Design; Part-Time Pool

Pool to fill part‑time instructor positions

Ventura College is seeking a part‑time instructor for the Summer 2026, Fall 2026 and Spring 2027 semesters. Applicants who have previously applied for a pool in this discipline must apply again to remain eligible.

The Department of Performing Arts needs an experienced costume/makeup designer and educator who can provide comprehensive classroom instruction to students from diverse backgrounds. The role requires strong leadership, recruiting and mentoring skills and a portfolio that demonstrates professional credentials in stage, film, and television.

• Provide academic instruction in lecture, lab or design courses and develop students’ cognitive, communication and higher‑order thinking skills through assignments, projects, discussions and examinations.
• Advise and instruct students on study skills, programs of study, other higher‑education institutions and perform referrals to support services and resources.
• Observe and evaluate student performance, provide timely feedback, and respond to student inquiries in class, online or during office hours.
• Plan and organize instruction according to approved course outlines and learning outcomes to maximize student learning in alignment with faculty, college and district goals.
• Maintain current, accurate records of enrollment, attendance, academic progress, curriculum and learning outcomes; prepare and submit related reports in a timely manner.
• Evaluate and select instructional materials such as textbooks, manuals, software and tools in collaboration with faculty; order materials following campus bookstore procedures.
• Revise and update course content and instructional materials based on new theory, application and industry developments.
• Update syllabi and collaborate with faculty to refine measurable student performance indicators for each course.
• Participate in curriculum and program development and contribute to the development of student learning outcomes.
• Attend and participate on committees, meetings, and related professional activities.
• Provide work direction to others as needed.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

• Master’s or Master of Fine Arts in drama/theater arts/performance.
• OR Bachelor’s or Bachelor of Fine Arts in drama/theater arts/performance combined with a Master’s in comparative literature, English, communication studies, speech, literature or humanities.
• OR an equivalent combination of education, experience and other accomplishments.
• All coursework must be from a recognized accredited college or university.
• Possession of an appropriate California Community College Credential is also acceptable.

Instructors are employed under the Education Code sections 87482.5 and may be hired up to 67% of a full‑time assignment.

The Ventura County Community College District does not engage in any employment practice that discriminates on the basis of race, color, language, ancestry, national origin, political beliefs, age, gender, sex, religion, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or any disability.