Adjunct Faculty: Theater 2027
About The Position
The Department of Theater at Augsburg University is seeking adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate courses in 2027. This search will establish a pool of instructors for potential openings in Spring 2027. A specific course opening is for THR 271 Black Theater, a 2-credit course meeting Monday, Wednesday, and Friday from 2:20 PM to 3:20 PM. This course explores the questions surrounding Black performance, including how to create drama that speaks to and for a community, how to perform Blackness, and who is considered Black. It offers an introduction to the history of African American theatre from the nineteenth century to the modern day, focusing on playwrights' evolution of the dramatic form and their claims to identity. Available courses vary by term, with most classes held during the day, 2-3 days per week. Instructors are expected to teach the class, grade student work, respond to student questions via email, hold office hours, provide course progress information, and communicate with the course coordinator. A course syllabus, textbook and homework selection, sample activities and exams, and shared office space are typically provided. Most classes are taught in-person on the Minneapolis campus. Each course requires approximately 12-15 hours per week for 15-16 weeks. The successful candidate will possess high intercultural competency and a commitment to inclusive practice and authentic representation. Adjunct teaching at Augsburg University is covered by a collective bargaining agreement with SEIU, Local 284.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in theater or professional equivalence.
- High level of intercultural competency.
- Commitment to inclusive practice and authentic representation.
- Commitment to student engagement and student success with a diverse group of learners.
- Must reside and work from Minnesota or Wisconsin.
Nice To Haves
- Teaching experience in theater at the college level.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate courses in theater.
- Grade student work.
- Respond to student questions through email.
- Hold regularly scheduled office hours.
- Reach out to students with course progress information.
- Communicate regularly with the course coordinator.
Benefits
- Eligible for 2-4% retirement contribution match.
- Tuition discount for employees and dependents.
- Transit pass discount.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Entry Level
