Adjunct Faculty, Drama (Tech/Costume & Makeup)

Austin Community College•Austin, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for preparing and delivering Drama coursework in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to Student success and creating an environment that promotes belonging for all and knowledge of the teaching field. Meets professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Requirements

Educational requirements in accordance with SACSCOC accreditation standards.
MFA or MA degree in Costume Technology or Costume Design or Technical Theater or MFA or MA degree in Performance Studies with a concentration in Drama or Master’s or MFA degree in related field with 18 graduate hours in theatre or drama
Workforce Bachelors in Theatre or Drama or Performance Studies or Associate degree in Theatre or Drama and 3 years non-teaching work experience.
No substitution for educational requirements.
Three (3) years of non-teaching, industry-related work experience

Nice To Haves

Three (3) years experience teaching in costume/makeup related fields.

Responsibilities

Prepare and teach introductory level costume and makeup courses in the field of Drama to a multicultural student population based on the department's approved course learning outcomes, utilizing a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to the needs of community college students and the standards of the discipline.
Evaluate student progress and provide clear, timely feedback reflecting program learning outcomes and departmental expectations.
Provide teaching and mentoring services to students in a manner which does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or other protected categories.
Remain current in the field through a variety of professional development activities.
Perform other related tasks as assigned by the department chair, dean, and/or associate vice chancellor, vice chancellor, executive vice chancellor.
Demonstrated proficiency using computer applications, online resources, and other technologies for the classroom.
Demonstrated proficiency using an online learning management system such as Blackboard to develop and build course content and perform administrative duties (posting office hours, syllabi, etc.)
Meet deadlines for attendance certification and submission of final course grades.
Maintain regular office hours to assist students and improve student retention and success.
Recognize and reflect standards of civility and collegiality in all interactions.
Comply with published college policies and procedures and meet professional standards for teaching in a community college.
Appropriate use of the college's learning management system.