Lecturer - DNCE 204: Hip-Hop Dance and History (Fall 2026)

California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Fall 2026 to teach DNCE 204: Hip Hop History & Dance. The course meets in-person on Mondays and Wednesdays from 12:30 to 2:20 pm and satisfies Lower Division General Education credit.

About the Role

DNCE 204 explores Hip Hop dance history and form, focusing on fundamentals such as breaking, popping, locking, house, and commercial Hip Hop. The course examines Hip Hop dance as a social movement and its influence on racial justice, while introducing technical skills like phrasing, musical rhythms, and freestyling through participation. Students will develop professional skills for the arts industry, including working with video, and engage with performances through viewing, attending, and participating.

The Dance Studies Program at CSUSM is committed to offering students an experiential understanding of contemporary movement practices within artistic, political, social, and historical contexts. The program seeks an instructor who values cultural intelligence, inclusivity, and dance activism in a non-competitive atmosphere.

Responsibilities

• Teach DNCE 204: Hip Hop History & Dance, integrating both lecture/theory and lab/studio practice.
• Instruct students in Hip Hop dance fundamentals, including breaking, popping, locking, house, and commercial Hip Hop.
• Explore Hip Hop dance as a social movement and its connection to racial justice.
• Develop students’ technical dance skills, such as phrasing, musical rhythms, and freestyling.
• Incorporate professional skills for the arts industry, such as working with video.
• Engage students in viewing, attending, and participating in performances.
• Foster an inclusive, non-competitive learning environment grounded in cultural intelligence and dance activism.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in dance, dance or performance studies, or a related field; OR
• At least 10 years of substantial professional experience in hip hop performance, choreography, or related industry practice, and 5 years of teaching experience in hip hop dance (higher education, studio, or community settings).

Employment is contingent upon working in the State of California, as per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy.

Preferred Qualifications

• A terminal degree (MFA or PhD) in dance, dance or performance studies, or a related field.
• Demonstrated intercultural competence and a commitment to serving the campus community through teaching and service.
• Knowledge of Afro-diasporic dance forms, street dance lineage, and culture.
• Scholarly, creative, or professional contributions to hip hop dance and culture.
• Expertise in culturally responsive pedagogy and interdisciplinary teaching.
• Evidence of curriculum development in dance studies or hip hop-related courses.
• Experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups.

Pay

Anticipated hiring salary range: $5,507 - $8,000 per full-time month, commensurate with education and experience. The salary schedule for the Lecturer - Academic Year classification is as follows:

• Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month
• Lecturer B - AY: $6,221 - $13,224 per full-time month

The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range.

Schedule

• Semester: Fall 2026
• Days/Times: Mondays and Wednesdays, 12:30 to 2:20 pm
• Modality: In-person