Part-Time Faculty: DRA 300.6 Tap (Spring 2027)

The Department of Drama within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks a Part-Time Instructor to teach DRA 300.6 Tap, a one credit hour course, during the Spring semester, 2027.

The Department of Drama seeks an instructor to teach an advanced-level tap technique course tailored to musical theater performers. The successful candidate will bring strong technical command of classical ballet along with the artistry needed to guide students toward performance-ready stylistic execution.

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Qualifications

• BFA or equivalent professional experience in dance preferred with 5 plus years of experience in Tap.
• Teaching a the collegiate or equivalent level preferred.

Job Specific Qualifications

• Demonstrated advanced proficiency and professional/performance experience in classical ballet
• Experience applying ballet technique within a musical theater context preferred
• Prior teaching experience at the advanced or pre-professional level preferred
• Excellent communication and mentorship skills in a studio setting

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver curriculum at an advanced technical level, including complex combinations, turns, and grand allegro
• Guide students in refining stylistic elements and performance quality appropriate to musical theater contexts
• Provide individualized technical correction and artistic coaching
• Assess student progress in technique, musicality, and performance presentation
• Collaborate with Drama faculty to ensure alignment with the broader dance curriculum sequence
• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.
• Preparation of lectures, projects or other student assignments.
• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours.
• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.
• Meeting all designated class periods.
• If you are unable to meet your class due to illness or emergency, you should exercise your best effort to reschedule the class or to obtain a substitute.
• You must also notify the department chair of your absence and of your plan to cover the class.
• Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.
• Grading student assignments and exams in timely manner.
• Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.
• Building a positive rapport with students and other faculty.

Physical Requirements

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Tools/Equipment

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Application Instructions

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume/curriculum vitae and cover letter.