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AY22-23 Adjunct Faculty - Theatre, Music, Dance

Employer
Governors State University
Location
University Park, IL
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Faculty Jobs
Arts & Humanities, Ethnic & Cultural Studies, Fine & Performing Arts
Position Type
Adjunct
Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution

Job Details

Position Type:

Adjunct

Classification Title:

Adjunct Faculty

Position's Functional Title:

AY22-23 Adjunct Faculty - Theatre, Music, Dance

Position Summary:

Governors State University’s College of Arts and Sciences seeks to create an available pool of Adjunct Faculty candidates to teach courses in our Theatre and Performance Studies program. Courses taught by adjunct faculty in the above program are primarily for undergraduates. Depending on qualifications and experience, graduate teaching opportunities may be available. Please visit http://www.govst.edu/cas/cmp for more information about the program and courses offered.

We are particularly interested in adjunct faculty to teach courses in a variety of areas:
In Dance, classes in Hip Hop, World Dance, African Dance, and Dance Therapy.
In Music, classes in music history and theory such as African American Music, History of Jazz, 20th Century Music.
In Theatre and Performance Studies, classes such as introductory theatre, storytelling, acting, directing, voice, movement, stagecraft, makeup design, sound design, scene design, costume design, lighting design, and stage management.

Interested individuals are invited to complete a faculty profile, attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and a list of references for consideration.

At Governors State University, adjunct faculty are hired as temporary faculty with teaching responsibilities for a specific course in a semester or summer session. Adjuncts are not part of the faculty bargaining unit and are not included in membership of the Faculty Senate.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Master’s degree in Theatre, Performance Studies, Dance, Music, or a related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications:

The ideal candidate will have experience teaching undergraduate, graduate, and/or online courses. Professional experience is also highly desired.

Posting Date:

10/03/2021

Open Until Filled:

Yes

Posting Number:

FA0549P

Type of Search:

External

Quicklink for Posting:

https://employment.govst.edu/postings/7817

Organization

Working at Governors State University

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GSU is an “island of excellence,” according to Dr. Martha J. Kanter, Under Secretary of the United States Department of Education. With bold, new initiatives, 23 bachelor’s, 27 master’s, and five doctoral degree programs, GSU excels at providing the quality education that is essential for success in today’s world.

Success by Opportunity

GSU’s exemplary efforts bring unequalled education opportunities to the region’s diverse population. The university is remarkably inclusive and serves students from a wide range of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds. The student body, like the faculty and staff, reflect a rich blend of ideas, perspectives, talents, and life experiences.

Success by Innovation

GSU, expanding on its commitment to excellence and reflecting the best research on student success, will become a full-service university with the admission of its inaugural freshman class in 2014. The groundbreaking Dual Degree Program encourages community college students to complete both an associate and bachelor’s degree at an affordable tuition rate and with comprehensive academic advising.

Success by Commitment

GSU is committed to serving as the region’s public square and making the community stronger through programs and partnerships in education, healthcare, government, and business. The Center for Performing Arts and Nathan Manilow Sculpture Park integrate arts and education. The university is also fully committed to sustainability through its alternative energy and conservation efforts.

Success by Excellence

GSU, the only public university in the Chicago Southland region, is a national model in providing education pathways that lead its graduates to lives rich in purpose, commitment, and contribution.

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