Theatre - Assistant Professor of Theatre

Position Information

• Position Title: Theatre - Assistant Professor of Theatre
• Classification Title: Faculty Full Time (.75-1.0 FTE)
• Benefits Eligibility: Benefits Eligibility
• Department: Theatre

Job Description

The Hope College Department of Theatre invites applications for a tenure-track position as Assistant Professor of Theatre, beginning Fall 2027.

We seek an experienced teacher and artist to teach performance courses and direct productions within a vibrant B.A. program that embraces “art that makes a difference.”

As lead acting teacher, the successful candidate will oversee the acting curriculum and teach multiple levels of acting and musical theatre in our NAST-accredited program. Teaching responsibilities will include Acting for Non-Majors or Introduction to Theatre as needed.

Successful applicants will demonstrate a commitment to all aspects of Hope’s mission as a liberal arts college. We are grounded in robust ecumenical Christian aspirations and daily strive for inclusive excellence. As part of the application, we ask all candidates to describe how they will engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their commitment to the Christian faith, the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors.

Is this a visiting faculty position?

No

Rank

Assistant

Qualifications

Candidates must hold a minimum of an MFA in related field. A terminal degree is required. Previous college-level teaching experience and a strong background directing in both academic and professional theatre in desired.

Hope College may at its discretion decide to sponsor immigration petitions for this position.

Physical Demands

This position requires remaining in a stationary position for frequent periods of time; uses office machinery such as a computers, printers, copy machines; Occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require(s) accommodation(s), reasonable accommodation(s) may be requested.

Pre-employment Screenings

“All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.”

Posting Detail Information

• Posting Number: 2026-013FR
• Job Posting Open Date: 11/05/2026
• Job Posting Close Date: 12/17/2026
• Open Until Filled: No
• Is this position available for sponsorship: No

Special Instructions to Applicants

Candidates should upload the following documents as part of their application:

1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. A statement describing how they will engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their commitment to the Christian faith, the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors. It may be helpful to review not only the Hope College Mission Statement but also Hope’s Christian Aspirations.
4. Teaching Philosophy Statement
5. A representative sample of relevant theatrical work. Website or other.
6. Unofficial Transcripts.

Application review will begin on December 4, 2026.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

Documents Needed to Apply

Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Unofficial Transcripts
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Teaching Philosophy
5. Research Sample
6. Mission Response

Optional Documents

1. Research Statement