Temporary Full-time Faculty - Instructor of Theatre & Dance

Dutchess Community College • Poughkeepsie, NY

398d • $63,616 - $82,712

About The Position

Dutchess Community College is seeking a full-time faculty member to teach Theatre and Dance courses within its Performing Arts program. The role involves directing and choreographing productions, teaching various Theatre and Dance classes, and collaborating with faculty across disciplines. The selected candidate will begin teaching in August 2025 and will play a key role in curriculum development and community engagement.

Requirements

• A Masters degree in Theatre, Music, or Dance or substantial professional experience.
• Masters of Fine Arts (MFA) degree or PhD preferred, with a concentration in Musical Theatre and/or Dance.
• Experience directing and/or choreographing Musical Theatre at the collegiate and/or professional level.
• Professional experience in Theatre and/or Dance required.
• College level teaching experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with high school recruitment and/or collaboration preferred.
• Experience with the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival (KCACTF) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct and/or choreograph mainstage musical theatre productions.
• Teach Theatre classes in areas of expertise, such as Acting, Auditioning, Script Analysis, Musical Theatre, Theatre History, etc.
• Teach Dance courses in areas of expertise, such as Foundations of Dance, Hip-Hop, Modern, African Dance, Jazz, Tap, Ballet, etc.
• Work with students who possess a wide variety of experience on and off stage.
• Design and oversee Dance curriculum development with an emphasis on diversity.
• Collaborate with a committed team of Performing Arts, Visual Arts, Communications, and Speech faculty.
• Supervise part-time faculty in Dance.
• Assist in Performing Arts season selection with an emphasis on representation reflective of DCC's diverse student body.
• Assist in growing the Performing Arts program through recruitment and development.
• Ensure lessons and lesson plans conform to DCC's approved PFA curriculum.
• Assist in multiple productions/events each year, including student club events.
• Evaluate student performance to ensure satisfactory progress.
• Maintain office and/or studio hours to support students with coursework.
• Work with the PFA Program Chair to evaluate and improve Dance and Theatre courses and the Performing Arts program overall.
• Maintain an active profile in the local community, curating relationships with local schools and arts organizations.

Benefits

• Salary range of $63,616 - $82,712
• Background check for all applicants
• Commitment to diversity and equity in education and employment

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree
• Number of Employees: 51-100 employees