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Position Information
Position Title
Instructors of Theatre and Dance
About this Opportunity
The Department of Theatre and Dance welcomes applications for part-time semester instructor opportunities.
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- Tuition Remission (For eligible employees, their dependents, and spouse)
- Paid Parental Leave
- Professional Development
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Appointment Type
Other
Length of Appointment
PT Semester
Description
The Department of Theatre and Dance invites applications for instructors in theatre and dance. Teaching responsibilities may include:
Introduction to Theatre
Introduction to Dance
Acting I
Stagecraft
Introduction to Singing Actor
Auditions
Cabaret
Introduction to Ballet I
Introduction to Modern I
Design Awareness, and Introduction to Jazz among others.
Successful candidates will be committed to teaching a variety of courses in a collaborative teaching environment within a rigorous training program. Additional opportunities may exist as an artist within our production season. All faculty in the College of Fine Arts are expected to be productive scholars, or as appropriate to the position, artists, and to engage in public service activities as well as teaching and scholarship or artistic and creative endeavors.
Introduction to Theatre
Introduction to Dance
Acting I
Stagecraft
Introduction to Singing Actor
Auditions
Cabaret
Introduction to Ballet I
Introduction to Modern I
Design Awareness, and Introduction to Jazz among others.
Successful candidates will be committed to teaching a variety of courses in a collaborative teaching environment within a rigorous training program. Additional opportunities may exist as an artist within our production season. All faculty in the College of Fine Arts are expected to be productive scholars, or as appropriate to the position, artists, and to engage in public service activities as well as teaching and scholarship or artistic and creative endeavors.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Theatre or Dance from an accredited institution completed by the date of employment.
Significant professional experience within chosen discipline.
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Significant professional experience within chosen discipline.
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the United States without employer sponsorship.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
Master’s degree in Theatre or Dance from an accredited institution completed by date of employment.
At least one year of university or college teaching experience.
At least one year of university or college teaching experience.
Required Certifications/Licensures
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None.
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Department
Theatre & Dance:600050
College/Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
285-8740
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
202200933F
Desired Start Date
01/09/2023
Position End Date
12/09/2022
Posting Date
07/15/2022
Applications Accepted Through Date
01/31/2023
Open Until Filled
No
Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here. (Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.)
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
You have the option to provide an inclusive excellence statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service. Please include examples of your contributions when possible. Word limit 500. Applicants selected for interview will be required to provide this statement.
Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information
For inquiries regarding the vacancy contact:
Bill Jenkins
wjenkins@bsu.edu
765-285-8740
Bill Jenkins
wjenkins@bsu.edu
765-285-8740
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