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The University of Texas at Arlington Adjunct Assistant Professor Theatre Arts & Dance in Arlington, Texas
Adjunct Assistant Professor Theatre Arts & Dance
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To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/28334 and submit the following materials:
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Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts ( required only for candidates for whom their degree is not in the same discipline as the one in which they will teach )
Contact information for 3 references
Additional documents may be required by the department at a later date.
Questions may be addressed to: Anne Healy, Associate Chair for Academics (healy@uta.edu)
For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta
Posting Details
Position Information
Posting Number F00532P
Position Title Adjunct Assistant Professor Theatre Arts & Dance
Department Theatre Arts
Location Arlington
Job Family Faculty
Position Status Part-time
Rank Non-Tenured
Work Hours Standard
Open to External and Internal
FLSA Exempt
Duration Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis Monthly
Benefits Eligible Yes
Job Summary
The Theatre Arts and Dance Department in the College of Liberal Arts, at the University of Texas at Arlington, invites applications for non-tenured adjuncts.
The Department of Theatre Arts and Dance occasionally has openings for part-time temporary adjunct positions. Applying for a part-time teaching appointment in Theatre Arts and Dance would add the applicant to a pool that is available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case the need arises for the 2024-2025 academic year. These appointments will be part-time and with no guarantee of renewal.
Benefits at UTA
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CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Teach one or more courses in Theatre Arts and/or Dance such as Acting, Dance Appreciation, Introduction to Theatre, Playwriting & New Play Development, Theatre History, Theatre Design, Stage Management, Jazz, Tap, Modern, Hip-Hop, or Choreography.
Required Qualifications
MFA or PhD in a Theatre, Dance, or related field.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience teaching undergraduate students in theatre and dance.
Special Conditions for Eligibility
Department Information
The University of Arlington Department of Theatre Arts and Dance is situated within the College of Liberal Arts. With over 150 theatre majors across one BA Theatre degree and three pre-professional BFA degrees (Acting, Design & Technology, and Musical Theatre), our students perform in, design, and crew our mainstage season of shows, including fully produced plays and musicals as well as faculty directed projects and productions in devising, playwriting, and applied theatre. Our collaborations with professional theatres in Dallas, Fort Worth, and Arlington provide professional experience for our students.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
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EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington (UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu .
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies 10
Desired Start Date 09/01/2024
Open Date 05/14/2024
Review Start Date
Open Until Filled No
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/28334 and submit the following materials:
List all materials needed for applicants to apply.
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter
Unofficial Transcripts ( required only for candidates for whom their degree is not in the same discipline as the one in which they will teach )
Contact information for 3 references
Additional documents may be required by the department at a later date.
Questions may be addressed to: Anne Healy, Associate Chair for Academics (healy@uta.edu)
For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Which of the following most accurately describes your highest earned degree?
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
Other Doctoral Degree (DSci, DAud, MD, etc.)
Specialist's Degree (EdS)
Professional Degree
Juris Doctor
Master's Degree
Bachelor's Degree
Associate's Degree
Certificate
How many years of experience do you have teaching courses at a College/University level?
No prior experience teaching at a College/University
1-2 years experience
3-5 years experience
6-10 years experience
11-20 years experience
Over 20 years experience
Documents Needed To Apply
Required Documents
Curriculum Vitae
Cover/Interest Letter
Optional Documents
- Transcripts
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