Adjunct Faculty - Theatre Director (Musical)

St. Louis Community College • Meramec, MO

6d • Onsite

About The Position

St. Louis Community College’s Theater Department is seeking an adjunct instructor to direct a theatrical musical production selected by the Theatre Area Committee for the Spring 2027 academic year. This is an onsite, in-person position in the St. Louis, Missouri area; candidates must be able to be physically present and available to work onsite by the start date.

The guest director will direct the production and collaborate with the Musical Director on auditions, casting, scheduling, and conducting cast rehearsals. Adjunct faculty provide high-quality instruction in assigned courses in accordance with approved course outlines, departmental standards, and College policies. They focus primarily on teaching and student learning while maintaining instructional quality, academic integrity, and a supportive learning environment. Assignments are course-based and may vary by term, modality, and campus.

Requirements

• Master’s degree or BFA in theatre.
• Five or more years of experience as a theater director in a higher educational setting.
• Ability to be physically present and available to work onsite by the start date.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule production meetings with the Production Assistant.
• Collaborate with the Musical Director to schedule and host auditions at STLCC Meramec.
• Collaborate with the Musical Director on casting the production.
• If a stage manager is appointed, teach them the expectations of the position before auditions and work with them during rehearsals.
• Collaborate with the Musical Director to schedule and conduct all cast rehearsals.
• Attend paper tech, technical rehearsals, and dress rehearsals.
• Administer established theater policies, procedures, and protocols.
• May be responsible for art displays, production photography, and archives.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level