Instructor (Non-Renewable) - Costume Design

About the role

The Department of Theatre is seeking faculty for a 9-month Ad-Interim Professor of Costume Design. This position will begin Fall 2026. Faculty at East Texas A&M University are required to work cooperatively with others, and contribute service to their discipline, the university, and the community.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and master level courses in Costume Design
• Design for productions (as assigned)
• Advise students
• Prepare syllabi
• Update course materials
• Develop curriculum
• Deliver instruction both online and on any of the university campuses
• Instructional duties may include teaching during the day, in the evening, or on Saturday
• Work collaboratively with faculty and staff to implement departmental programs
• Provide service to the department, college, university and public schools, and community
• Maintain knowledge and stay abreast of current trends in learning with research, best practices in teaching, and technological applications in the classroom, including online teaching

Minimum Requirements

Education: Master of Fine Arts in Costume Design. A minimum of 18 hours in Theatre from an accredited university is required.

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• Extensive experience in costume design and general theatre
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with a team of professionals
• Good written and oral communication skills
• Commitment to high quality teaching
• Dedication to high standards and student success

Ability to: Multi-task and work well as part of a team.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters of Fine Arts
• Candidates that are ABD will be considered but degree must be conferred on or before January 1st for Spring appointments and on or before August 1st for Fall appointments
• University level teaching experience
• Professional design experience
• Online teaching experience

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

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