Part-time Instructor (Pool) - Theater & Dance
Austin Peay State University
Clarksville, TN
Full-time
Education
Posted on April 21, 2024
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number
2012596Faculty
Working Title
Part-time Instructor (Pool) - Theater & Dance
Pay Rate
Salary based on course load.
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
If temporary, list duration
Type of Appointment
Temporary
Contract Period
Employment Category
Adjunct Position?
Yes
Position Summary Information
Position Summary
Austin Peay State University, Department of Theatre and Dance is seeking temporary, part-time adjunct faculty in the areas of Theatre, Musical Theatre, Design, and Dance.
The department of Theatre and Dance is housed in the Trahern Building and the Memorial Health Building. We produce six shows per season, two plays, two musicals, and two dance concerts. The Trahern building houses the Margaret Fort Trahern Laboratory Theatre and the Trahern Theatre (Proscenium) as well as a large acting studio and dance studio. The Memorial Health building houses two large dance studios.
The Department of Theatre and Dance is an integral member of the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts (CECA – see www.apsu.edu/creativearts). A long-established state-funded initiative, CECA is designed to enhance the cultural environment of the university, community and region through a diverse range of imaginative arts experiences.
Review of Applications begins after May 1st.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Teach courses pending department need including but not limited to:
- Practical Theory 1 and 2 (Music)
- Private Voice Instruction (1/2hour and 1 hour)
- Introduction to Dance (Lecture Course)
- Fundamentals of Dance (studio course)
- All levels of Modern, Ballet/pointe, Jazz and Tap Dance technique
- African, West African, Afro-Caribbean, World Dance
- Hip-Hop Dance
- Fitness for Dancers (Pilates, Yoga)
- Dance for Musical Theatre
- Introduction to Theatre
- Acting I
- Makeup (as in makeup application and design)
- Others as needed (Courses may include Fundamentals of Sewing, Script Analysis, Somatics, or other similar needs of the department).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
.
Physical Requirements
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Required Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree or documented extensive, professional career or professional certification.
- Demonstrated success as a teacher preferred.
- A background search will be required of the successful applicant.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
02/16/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
- Each applicant must include the names and contact information for three references, one of which must be from your most recent or current employer, with your application materials. Many people add this to the end of the CV.
- If you would like to additionally attach Letters of Recommendation to your online application, letters must be dated one year or less from the date of your application. You may attach your letters of recommendation in the “Optional Documents” section under the “Letter of Reference” tab. Letters of recommendation may be sent by email to “facultyapplications@apsu.edu” or hard copy to “Austin Peay State University, Human Resources Dept., PO Box 4507, Clarksville, TN 37044” with your name and desired position clearly indicated after your online application is completed.
- If granted an interview, unofficial transcripts will be required of applicants and official transcripts will be required of the selected candidate before the candidate will be offered a position. It is highly recommended that you attach unofficial transcripts in PDF format to your online application in the “Optional Documents” section under the “Unofficial Transcript” tab before finalizing and submitting your application.
- You will not be able to attach your letters of recommendation, unofficial transcripts or any other supplemental document(s) nor modify your application after it has been submitted.
Applicant review will continue until the position is filled.
Please refer all questions to facultyapplications@apsu.edu
Applications taken ONLINE ONLY at http://www.apsu.edu/human-resources
IT IS A CLASS A MISDEMEANOR TO MISREPRESENT ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Required Documents
Position Information
Posting Number
2012596Faculty
Working Title
Part-time Instructor (Pool) - Theater & Dance
Pay Rate
Salary based on course load.
Regular/Temporary
Temporary
If temporary, list duration
Type of Appointment
Temporary
Contract Period
Employment Category
Adjunct Position?
Yes
Position Summary Information
Position Summary
Austin Peay State University, Department of Theatre and Dance is seeking temporary, part-time adjunct faculty in the areas of Theatre, Musical Theatre, Design, and Dance.
The department of Theatre and Dance is housed in the Trahern Building and the Memorial Health Building. We produce six shows per season, two plays, two musicals, and two dance concerts. The Trahern building houses the Margaret Fort Trahern Laboratory Theatre and the Trahern Theatre (Proscenium) as well as a large acting studio and dance studio. The Memorial Health building houses two large dance studios.
The Department of Theatre and Dance is an integral member of the Center of Excellence for the Creative Arts (CECA – see www.apsu.edu/creativearts). A long-established state-funded initiative, CECA is designed to enhance the cultural environment of the university, community and region through a diverse range of imaginative arts experiences.
Review of Applications begins after May 1st.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
Teach courses pending department need including but not limited to:
- Practical Theory 1 and 2 (Music)
- Private Voice Instruction (1/2hour and 1 hour)
- Introduction to Dance (Lecture Course)
- Fundamentals of Dance (studio course)
- All levels of Modern, Ballet/pointe, Jazz and Tap Dance technique
- African, West African, Afro-Caribbean, World Dance
- Hip-Hop Dance
- Fitness for Dancers (Pilates, Yoga)
- Dance for Musical Theatre
- Introduction to Theatre
- Acting I
- Makeup (as in makeup application and design)
- Others as needed (Courses may include Fundamentals of Sewing, Script Analysis, Somatics, or other similar needs of the department).
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
.
Physical Requirements
Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects.
Required Minimum Qualifications
- Master's degree or documented extensive, professional career or professional certification.
- Demonstrated success as a teacher preferred.
- A background search will be required of the successful applicant.
Posting Detail Information
Open Date
02/16/2024
Close Date
Open Until Filled
No
Special Instructions to Applicants
- Each applicant must include the names and contact information for three references, one of which must be from your most recent or current employer, with your application materials. Many people add this to the end of the CV.
- If you would like to additionally attach Letters of Recommendation to your online application, letters must be dated one year or less from the date of your application. You may attach your letters of recommendation in the “Optional Documents” section under the “Letter of Reference” tab. Letters of recommendation may be sent by email to “facultyapplications@apsu.edu” or hard copy to “Austin Peay State University, Human Resources Dept., PO Box 4507, Clarksville, TN 37044” with your name and desired position clearly indicated after your online application is completed.
- If granted an interview, unofficial transcripts will be required of applicants and official transcripts will be required of the selected candidate before the candidate will be offered a position. It is highly recommended that you attach unofficial transcripts in PDF format to your online application in the “Optional Documents” section under the “Unofficial Transcript” tab before finalizing and submitting your application.
- You will not be able to attach your letters of recommendation, unofficial transcripts or any other supplemental document(s) nor modify your application after it has been submitted.
Applicant review will continue until the position is filled.
Please refer all questions to facultyapplications@apsu.edu
Applications taken ONLINE ONLY at http://www.apsu.edu/human-resources
IT IS A CLASS A MISDEMEANOR TO MISREPRESENT ACADEMIC CREDENTIALS
Posting Specific Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Do you have a Master's degree or documented extensive, professional career or professional certification?
- Yes.
- No.
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Unofficial Transcript
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2
- Letter of Recommendation 3
- Other Document
