Instructor – Dance
Texas Tech University
University, MO
Job description
Lubbock
32217BR
Department of Theatre and Dance
Position Description
Contributes to the university’s mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit.
Major/Essential Functions
The Texas Tech University School of Theatre & Dance within the J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts is accepting applications for an Instructor of Dance position. This position is for a nationally or internationally prominent educator of dance, with a commitment to helping to guide the theatre, dance, music, and art programs to national distinction and nurturing the next generation of dance educators/scholars enrolled in our MA graduate program. The successful candidate will begin service in this part-time position at the beginning of the 2023 summer semester.
- Teach online dance theory courses related to their expertise
- Embrace new forms of critically engaged disciplinary practice/scholarship in the evolving fields of dance and anatomy/somatics in relation to issues of diversity, equity, inclusion, and social justice, and participate in community engagement
Required Qualifications
Terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in Dance or related discipline. Ability to teach effectively. This position will be classified as Security Sensitive and requires a criminal background check if selected for employment.
- Prior experience in the professional dance industry
- At least one year of prior postsecondary teaching experience
- Prior experience mentoring students and/or interns
Required Qualifications: Graduate degree (Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, or PhD) in Dance or related field, or a combination of the two.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior experience in the professional dance industry
- At least one year of prior postsecondary teaching experience
- Prior experience mentoring students and/or interns
Required Qualifications: Graduate degree (Master of Arts, Master of Fine Arts, or PhD) in Dance or related field, or a combination of the two.
How to apply
To apply, visit workattexastech.com
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information or status as a protected veteran.
Texas Tech University prides itself on being a major comprehensive research university that retains the sense of a smaller liberal arts institution. Although enrollment is over 30,000, Texas Tech students boast of one-on-one interaction with top faculty and an environment that stresses student accomplishment above all else.