Part-Time Instructor - Technical Theatre (Theatrical Rigging - DRTE 1170)

Dallas College•Campus, IL

10d

About The Position

Dallas College seeks a part-time instructor to teach our CTE course Theatrical Rigging (DRTE 1170). Expertise in the rigging techniques for theatrical production and live events is required and includes the following: experience with industry best practices with counterweight systems and motorized and arena rigging, knowledge of various techniques, hardware, tools, and rigging safety for theatrical and event production, experience assessing load construction for suitability to rig, execute load calculation, and practice safe hanging and mounting procedures. Candidates should mention any teaching/training experience and certifications or licensure (e.g. ETCP certification) Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with students. Demonstrated skills in successfully working with diverse populations through experiences such as formal training and past work experiences. The ability to provide quality customer service. May be required to lift and move materials and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or higher plus three years of industry or work-related experience.
Official transcripts will be required at time of interview.
Will be subject to a criminal background check
Expertise in the rigging techniques for theatrical production and live events is required
Excellent oral and written communication skills to interact with students.
Demonstrated skills in successfully working with diverse populations through experiences such as formal training and past work experiences.
The ability to provide quality customer service.

Nice To Haves

Bilingual or multilingual preferred.
Candidates should mention any teaching/training experience and certifications or licensure (e.g. ETCP certification)

Responsibilities

Provides students with a written course syllabus.
Participates in the evaluation of the instructional process and uses innovative strategies to continually improve learning.
Participates in development and support of their discipline by recommending books and materials, revising curricula, and recommending teaching assignments when appropriate.
Maintains accurate and complete course records.
Performs professional activities and assumes professional responsibilities as agreed upon with the division dean and works with colleagues to achieve shared goals and visions.
Values the collaborative process.
Uses knowledge of diverse communities and learning styles to incorporate delivery of learning styles in instruction.
Participates in student advising and registration.
Utilizes technology to facilitate learning and to access data, maintain records, generate reports, and communicate with others.
Meets professional assignments in accordance with the System’s calendar and contractual obligations.
Complies with Dallas College board policies, state and federal policy, and the student code of conduct as appropriate.
Commits to college mission and goals through participating in planning division objectives and budget requests.
Serves on and attends college committees as assigned.
Participates in campus commencement exercise(s) as required and attends other required college meetings and activities.
Participates in his/her own performance appraisal.
Demonstrates ability to work effectively with persons from diverse backgrounds.
May work with student clubs and/or organizations.
Demonstrates verbal and written communication skills to support and enhance effective interaction between Dallas College and other organizations, businesses and community groups as well as faculty, staff and students.
Promotes the college in the community by participating in a variety of marketing activities.
Participates in professional development activities.
Completes required Dallas College Professional Development training hours per academic year.
Performs other duties as assigned.