Visiting Assistant Professor - Musical Theatre

About the Role

The Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance at Christopher Newport University invites applications for the position of Visiting Assistant Professor of Musical Theater, effective August 2026. This is a full-time, one-year visiting appointment with a nominal teaching load of 4-4.

Responsibilities

• Teach applied music theater voice, with the possibility of a secondary teaching area in classical applied voice.
• Contribute to the department curriculum as appropriate and consistent with experience and specialization.
• Support the production of cabaret programs in collaboration with the cabaret director.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree in a relevant field (Theatre, Fine Arts, or Music), or a master’s degree in a related field.
• Significant professional experience in music theatre performance.
• Preference given to candidates with additional experience in teaching undergraduates and classical music performance.
• Additional classroom teaching experience is also considered.

Departmental Information

The Department of Music, Theatre, and Dance at Christopher Newport University is composed of 22 faculty and 150+ majors. Housed in the Ferguson Center for the Arts, we offer a comprehensive array of major concentrations under both the BM and BA degrees. Candidates are invited to visit the Music and Theater department’s websites for more information.

CNU Information

Christopher Newport University is a public liberal arts and sciences institution dedicated to excellence in teaching, scholarship, research, and student success. Located in Newport News, Virginia, CNU enrolls approximately 4,500 undergraduate and graduate students in more than 90 areas of study. Our modern, walkable campus features world-class arts facilities, advanced technology, and a close-knit community that fosters collaboration and discovery.

Pay

Salary ranges from $65,000 to $75,000, commensurate with education and experience.

Application Instructions

To apply, please visit https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/ to upload the following materials:

• Letter of interest
• Current curriculum vitae
• Graduate transcripts (if applicable; photocopies acceptable for initial screening)
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• One-page statement articulating how your teaching, creative activity, and service would contribute toward fostering an inclusive learning environment on campus
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Three letters of recommendation (upload with application materials or email to facultyrecruitment@cnu.edu)

Review of applications will begin on July 30th and continue until the position is filled. Applications received after 11:59 PM ET on July 30th will be accepted but considered only if needed. Search finalists are required to complete a CNU-sponsored background check.

Christopher Newport University is committed to ensuring that all people are welcomed, honored, and fully engaged in the life of our academic community. For further details and information about Christopher Newport, visit http://www.cnu.edu.

CNU will make a reasonable effort to accommodate persons with disabilities in the application and/or interview process. Persons with disabilities who require accommodation should contact the CNU Human Resources Office by calling (757) 594-7145.