Adjunct Faculty, Department of Music & Theatre (Academic Year 2027 -2028)
About the role
Xavier University is seeking qualified candidates to join our pool of potential adjunct faculty for the 2027-2028 academic year. This posting is intended to collect applications for part-time, non-tenure-track positions for an Adjunct Instructor in the Department of Music & Theatre. Candidates must be dedicated to undergraduate teaching and demonstrate excellence in their field. The successful candidate(s) will contribute to our commitment to excellence in teaching and student engagement. Applications will be accepted on a continuous basis, and candidates may be contacted as teaching needs arise. Adjunct faculty contracts are issued on a semester-by-semester basis, depending on departmental needs and student enrollment.
Requirements
- Master’s degree in a related field accompanied by significant professional experience or a relevant graduate degree.
- Demonstrated ability to teach at the college level.
- Ability and experience to teach one or more of the following courses: Theatre History I (THTR 205), Theatre History II (THTR 206), Stagecraft (THTR 150).
Responsibilities
- Teach assigned course(s).
- Effective planning and preparation of lectures, discussions, and activities to support student success.
- Use Xavier’s campus-wide academic program, Canvas, to provide course information and maintain an electronic record of student’s progress.
- Work cooperatively with members of the department.
Additional information
For additional information, please contact Stephen Skiles, Chair, Department of Music & Theatre at skiless1@xavier.edu.