Summary:
Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts (VCUarts) Department of Theatre and Dance is recruiting a pool of applicants on an ongoing basis for possible adjunct teaching positions for their theatre programs. The Department of Theatre and Dance will consult the adjunct applicant pool and contact qualified applicants whose credentials match our specific teaching needs on an as-needed basis. This pool will only be assessed when an adjunct opportunity arises.
Possible adjunct opportunities could include teaching a course(s) in any of the areas of study offered by the Department of Theatre and Dance. A link to course descriptions from VCU’s Undergraduate Bulletin can be found at https://bulletin.vcu.edu/undergraduate/arts/theatre-and-dance/ . If an opportunity becomes available, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Adjunct faculty are expected to be enthusiastic ambassadors for the Department of Theatre and Dance and have a desire to work with a student population from all backgrounds and experiences in a collaborative and learning-centered community of other adjunct instructors, students, faculty and staff.
Required Qualifications
- Appropriate teaching experience and/or strong oral presentation and communication skills.
-Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from various backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU. - Terminal degree (MFA) in a related field or a BFA with equivalent professional experience and training that equates to a terminal degree in the field.
Preferred Qualifications
- Demonstrated skills and experience in one or more areas of expertise in performance, or technical theatre and design.
Application materials should include the following:
- Current CV
- List of three current references including names, phone numbers, and email addresses (references will not be contacted prior to applicant’s approval).
