Adjunct Faculty (Theatre)

Brigham Young University – Hawaii

9d • $1,425 - $2,175

About The Position

Teach assigned theatre performance courses as a part-time faculty member. Depending on program needs, additional responsibilities may include limited student mentoring/advising and support for program assessment and student learning outcomes. Primary Responsibilities Teach one 3-credit course per semester (Fall, Winter, Spring), including planning lessons, facilitating studio/lab activity, and coaching student performance work. Develop and manage the course syllabus aligned with university and program standards, including learning outcomes, assessment methods, and required policies. Design and deliver instruction that blends technique with practice (e.g., rehearsal-based coaching, scene/monologue work, voice and movement labs, script analysis as appropriate). Assess student work and assign grades based on clear criteria (participation, preparation, performance work, written reflections/projects, quizzes/exams where relevant). Provide timely feedback that supports growth, discipline, and ethical ensemble practice. Use Canvas and university systems for course communications, grading, and distributing materials. Maintain a safe learning environment appropriate to embodied performance training (physical, emotional, and interpersonal safety; respectful collaboration; reasonable boundaries). Coordinate with Theatre Program leadership to ensure continuity across sequential courses (e.g., Acting I → Acting II; acting/voice/movement alignment), and to support program improvement.

Requirements

• MFA, MA, or PhD in Theatre or Acting or a closely related field (from regionally accredited institutions or equivalent).
• Demonstrated acting experience (stage and/or screen; professional, semi-professional, university, or equivalent practice).
• Ability to teach and mentor undergraduate students in a highly diverse, international/ESL learning environment, with culturally responsive communication and coaching.

Nice To Haves

• Undergraduate teaching experience (studio/lab-based performance instruction especially valued), though not required.
• Experience coaching one or more of the following: scene study, monologues, audition technique, Shakespeare performance, voice/speech, movement for actors.
• Evidence of effective feedback practices (rubrics, conferencing, learning reflections) and strong classroom management in practice-based settings.

Responsibilities

• Teach one 3-credit course per semester (Fall, Winter, Spring), including planning lessons, facilitating studio/lab activity, and coaching student performance work.
• Develop and manage the course syllabus aligned with university and program standards, including learning outcomes, assessment methods, and required policies.
• Design and deliver instruction that blends technique with practice (e.g., rehearsal-based coaching, scene/monologue work, voice and movement labs, script analysis as appropriate).
• Assess student work and assign grades based on clear criteria (participation, preparation, performance work, written reflections/projects, quizzes/exams where relevant).
• Provide timely feedback that supports growth, discipline, and ethical ensemble practice.
• Use Canvas and university systems for course communications, grading, and distributing materials.
• Maintain a safe learning environment appropriate to embodied performance training (physical, emotional, and interpersonal safety; respectful collaboration; reasonable boundaries).
• Coordinate with Theatre Program leadership to ensure continuity across sequential courses (e.g., Acting I → Acting II; acting/voice/movement alignment), and to support program improvement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees