Part-Time Drama/Theater Arts Instructor (Pool)

FLSA Status: Exempt

Pay

Placement on the adjunct faculty salary schedule is based on education and credited experience. Initial placement ranges:

• Lab Course (Salary Schedule HB): $89.20 – $130.94 per hour
• Lecture Course (Salary Schedule HC): $103.85 – $151.07 per hour

Responsibilities

• Instruct and assist in the growth and success of a diverse population of students through careful preparation of course materials, effective teaching methodologies, and informed critical feedback on assignments and discussions
• Teach college transfer courses in dramatic arts, such as acting, literature, directing, and theater production
• Direct plays for public performances
• Participate in curriculum development in the Drama Department
• Teach scheduled classes and perform related duties as assigned, including timely compliance with clerical and administrative responsibilities; comply with District, College, and division policies
• Maintain formal office and campus hours; participate in department and division meetings
• Teach evening and/or Saturday assignments as required by the contract

Requirements

• Master’s or higher or Master of Fine Arts in drama/theater arts/performance
• OR Bachelor’s or Bachelor of Fine Arts in drama/theater arts/performance AND Master’s or higher in comparative literature, English, communication studies, speech, literature, or humanities
• OR the equivalent (see below)
• Demonstrated cultural competence, sensitivity to, and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, ethnic, neurodivergent, and LGBTQIA+ backgrounds of community college students, faculty, and staff

Equivalency: If you believe your degree, academic background, or professional achievements are equivalent to the stated minimum qualifications, complete the Application for Equivalence. Equivalency may be demonstrated through:

• Degree Equivalence: A degree with similar content to those listed, where the degree title or area of expertise differs slightly
• Academic Background Equivalence: At least 24 semester units in the academic field, plus a broad cultural education (e.g., general education requirements for a Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree)
• Professional Achievement Equivalence: Substantial evidence of outstanding professional achievement, training, publications, portfolios, speaking engagements, or ability equivalent to the minimum qualifications

Knowledge

• Current theories and methods in teaching acting, dramatic theory, literature, and theater production
• Relevant, culturally diverse dramatic literature and productions
• Lighting design or construction, including scenic and costume

Skills and Abilities

• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Successful experience teaching college-level theater courses
• Recent successful experience directing at the college, semi-professional, or professional level
• Ability to organize and explain material for students with diverse abilities, levels of preparation, and cultural experiences
• Collaborate with other College departments and the external community
• Develop and use multiple teaching methods (e.g., computer-assisted instruction, multimedia, lecture/lab, self-paced, and online formats) to address diverse learning styles
• Commitment to the teaching profession, its goals, and the mission of the community college

Work Demands

• Typical on-site office environment; in-person work expected with potential telework options
• Frequent hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and online
• Comprehend speech at normal levels
• Upper limb dexterity to operate computers and peripheral equipment
• Vision sufficient for daily and frequent use of computers, databases, and written materials
• Sitting for extended periods
• Frequent bending at the waist
• Physical presence at on-site locations
• Communicate and interact with others
• Observe and interpret people and situations
• Learn and apply new information or skills
• Perform highly detailed work on multiple concurrent tasks
• Work under changing priorities and deadlines with frequent interruptions
• Self-regulate emotion and behavior

Benefits

• Participation in the State Teachers’ Retirement System (STRS), a defined-benefit retirement plan through the State of California, or the STRS Cash Balance program, or Social Security

Additional Information

• Position is designated as a Mandated Reporter under the Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act
• Position is a Responsible Employee under the Equity in Education Act and Title IX