Adjunct Faculty -Theatre
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Job Description Summary
Part-time adjunct faculty pool in Theatre to fill opportunities on a course-by-course basis as need arises.
JOB TITLE
Adjunct Faculty
-Theatre
LOCATION
Worcester
DEPARTMENT NAME
Humanities & Arts - JM
DIVISION NAME
Worcester Polytechnic Institute - WPI
Job Description Summary
Part-time adjunct faculty pool in Theatre to fill opportunities on a course-by-course basis as need arises.
Job Description
The Humanities and Arts Department at Worcester Polytechnic Institute is regularly seeking part-time adjunct faculty to teach
Theatre courses and addition to participating in department productions, theatrefaculty teach introductory courses,intermediate thematic seminars, andpracticums.
WPI’s theatre program produces at least four productions a year and offers instruction in dramatic literature, playwrighting, acting, directing, dramaturgy, technical theatre, and theatrical design.
The ideal candidate is a practicing scholar/artist who has professional and collegiate directing, acting, design, or technical credits and has strong connections to current scholarship and artistic trends in theater and live performance. A successful candidate mustalsodemonstrate teaching excellence and versatility as well as an abilityto jumpintoanexisting curriculum with creative and critical pedagogical approaches. A successful candidate should hold a terminal in theatre or a related field.
Submitting an application through this part-time posting will place you in an applicant pool to fill Theatre adjunct faculty positions on an as needed basis. Specific topics and start dates will vary over the academic year.
Qualified applicants from this applicant pool will be contacted as opportunities arise. Your application will remain in the pool until the posting closes. If you wish to be considered for positions beyond that date, then you must reapply.
Applicants Should Submit The Following
- cover letter that addresses relevant expertise and experience
- current c.v. that includes the names and contact information for three references
- evidence of teaching experience (syllabi, teaching portfolio, etc.)
United States of America (Exempt)
WPI is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability. It seeks individuals from all backgrounds and experiences who will contribute to a culture of creativity, collaboration, inclusion, problem solving, innovation, high performance, and change making. It is committed to maintaining a campus environment free of harassment and discrimination.Seniority
level
- Seniority level
Entry level
- Employment type
Part-time
- Job function
Education and Training - Industries Higher Education
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