Adjunct Instructor, Dance for Musical Theatre

About the Role

Manhattanville University is seeking adjunct instructor(s) to teach three levels of Dance for Musical Theatre in Fall 2026 (8/31/26 through 12/18/26). This studio course introduces students to a variety of choreographic styles and techniques from exemplary works of the American musical stage including: jazz, soft shoe, ballroom, ballet, and others.

The courses are scheduled as follows:

• Dance for Musical Theatre I: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 8:25-9:40
• Dance for Musical Theatre II: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11:15-12:30
• Dance for Musical Theatre III: Tuesdays & Thursdays, 9:50-11:05

Students are already sorted into their appropriate level. Applicants can apply to teach one, two or all three courses.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and teach well-organized classes and present other learning opportunities for students in accordance with student learning outcomes for the course.
• Create and share syllabus/syllabi with students and Dean's Office. This must be posted on the University's Learning Management Software (LMS), Brightspace.
• Post assignment grades in Brightspace for students to track their academic progress.
• Hold two hours of Office Hours for students. (This can be a mix of in-person and online)
• Use Manhattanville email for correspondence with students, faculty and staff; respond to email in a timely fashion.
• Submit Roster Reconciliations, Mid-Term and Final Grades by appropriate deadlines.
• File Retention Alerts when student concerns arise.
• Uphold and comply with faculty duties as described in Section V of the Faculty Handbook: General Faculty Duties and Academic Opportunities.
• Be familiar with the College Catalog and Faculty Handbook.

Qualifications

• Education: Master's degree in Dance or Musical Theater, commensurate professional experience considered.
• Experience: Previous collegiate teaching experience required.

Skills

• Subject matter expertise
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills
• Familiarity with Brightspace or similar LMS

Pay

$3,375 - $3,675 per course

Schedule

• Teaching time: 7.5 hours/week
• Office hours: 2 hours/week
• Work Location: In person (Manhattanville Campus)

Benefits

• Eligibility for tuition remission after one year of employment.
• Instructors can make elective contributions to the TIAA 403(b) retirement account.
• Membership in the credit union.