Lecturer AY - Dance, Music, and Theatre

California State University•Allen, TX

3d•$5,507 - $15,211

About The Position

California State University Channel Islands is hiring from a part-time faculty pool for Dance Studies assignments during the academic year. Applications are considered throughout the year and reviewed according to program needs. For AY 2026–27, the program is specifically seeking instructors for Themes in Dance Studies and Teaching Dance. Applicants with expertise within or beyond current course offerings are encouraged to apply. Teaching may be face-to-face, synchronous online, or asynchronous online. The Dance Studies program approaches dance and movement as embodied understandings of human experience, connecting individuals and communities with culture, history, social ideas, and the wider world. The program prepares students to develop creative identities and work across fields including performance, education, community organizing, arts activism, dance making, somatic practice, social work, and arts administration. The position involves teaching Dance Studies courses, designing and delivering course materials, evaluating student learning, and supporting students from diverse backgrounds. Faculty are expected to maintain current knowledge in their field, use appropriate technology and resources, and adjust curriculum in response to course evaluations and student needs. Faculty must perform their work from within California. The position requires an M.A., M.F.A., Ph.D., professional qualification, or cultural proficiency; applicable requirements may vary depending on the courses taught. Compensation follows the California State University Lecturer Salary (Academic Year) schedules, with anticipated ranges of $5,507–$6,677, $6,221–$13,224, $6,825–$14,523, and $8,593–$15,211. Placement depends on qualifications and experience. Salary figures are based on full-time work and are prorated according to units worked; semester pay is made in six monthly payments. The university states that it offers robust employee benefits and directs applicants to its benefits summary.

Requirements

M.A., M.F.A., Ph.D., professional qualification, or cultural proficiency; degree requirements may vary depending on courses taught.
At least 1 year of teaching dance practice, dance performance, dance making, critical dance studies, and/or dance theory.
Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency and experience in dance studies and/or various dance practices.
Demonstrated experience in dance performance, dance making, dance education, and/or an interdisciplinary practice involving dance.
Innovative approaches to dance pedagogy and practice that reflect the expanding and evolving field of dance studies.
Highly effective interpersonal skills.
Ability to develop an embodied practice for lifelong engagement with dance as a function of education, community, cultural knowledge, social justice, equity, history, ritual, and performance.
Ability to analyze dance as an evolving form, recognizing the origins, contributions, and confluences of world diasporas and Indigenous peoples of the Americas, and how social, cultural, political, economic, and technological factors shape movement.
Ability to engage effectively with a broad student population and provide mentorship supporting academic success.
Evidence of degree(s) is required at the time of hire.
Must be authorized to work in the United States if not a U.S. citizen.
Must satisfactorily complete a background check before an offer can be made.
Must perform work from within the State of California.

Nice To Haves

Two or more years teaching dance in higher education.
Recognized extensive participation in the applicant’s respective dance practice, creative activities, and/or scholarship.
Highly effective oral, written, and digital communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information.
Demonstrated culturally relevant, responsive, and sustaining pedagogy in syllabi, curriculum, and interactions with diverse students, colleagues, and community members.
Expertise beyond current course offerings, including Folklorico, West African dance, martial arts, Bharat Natyam, Flamenco, Butoh, or social and vernacular dances of the Americas.

Responsibilities

Teach one or more Dance Studies courses in face-to-face, synchronous online, or asynchronous online formats.
Use subject-matter expertise to impart knowledge and critical-thinking skills to students.
Stay current with the professional body of knowledge in the field of practice.
Design syllabi and curriculum as assigned.
Communicate expectations to students.
Prepare and deliver course materials.
Evaluate student learning and growth and assign grades.
Design interactive and motivational activities to engage participants and reinforce learning.
Periodically update course materials and monitor course evaluations to make curriculum adjustments and improvements.
Respond to student needs and questions.
Create an environment that supports students from diverse backgrounds in succeeding.
Apply technology and leverage resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum, such as Canvas or guest speakers.
Complete position-related administrative mechanics by deadlines, including use of computers, texts, audiovisual materials, and grade submission.