Adjunct - Theatre & Music

ROCHESTER CHRISTIAN UNIVERSITY•Rochester Hills, MI

About The Position

Teach one or more courses for Rochester University’s Department of Theatre and Music and serve as music director for the mainstage production during the Spring 2027 semester. Teaching may take place on the main campus, online, or at an offsite campus for an Early College program. The position supports the University’s Christ-centered mission and requires working evenings and weekends seasonally.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Musical Theatre or a related subject area.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Highly organized and motivated.
Able to work evenings and weekends seasonally.
Support the University’s mission and promote its Ethos and employee Standards of Conduct.

Nice To Haves

Previous teaching experience, with evidence of effective teaching.

Responsibilities

Participate with the program manager to develop a syllabus.
Plan meaningful class activities and assignments that achieve curricular objectives.
Fulfill adjunct duties outlined in the Faculty Handbook.
Communicate clearly and effectively.
Regularly update Canvas with student work, notes, and other course information, and make course materials available to students there.
Interact with a variety of individuals in a courteous and fair manner.
Manage time and stay current on departmental and college policies, procedures, and practices to provide accurate information or assistance to students.
Evaluate students’ progress and report outcomes.
Assist in casting the Spring 2027 musical production.
Manage educational music rehearsals for the Spring 2027 musical production and provide students with notes during staging and technical rehearsals.
Conduct the music for the Spring 2027 musical production.
Participate in developmental activities to increase understanding and awareness of diversity, equity, and inclusion issues, individually and as related to the employee’s field, profession, or discipline.
Support the University’s mission and promote its Ethos and employee Standards of Conduct.