Assistant Professor - School of Theatre and Dance - Tenure Track Bookmark this Posting Print Preview | Apply for this Job Please see Special Instructions for more details. Required application documents:A cover letter describing qualifications for the position.A professional CV including accomplishments and professional experiences related to the position.The names and contact information of three references.A single
pdf document that includes online links to teaching and choreographic samples; no reels - submit under "other". Position Details Posting Summary College College Of Fine Arts Executive Area Provost & VP Academic Affairs Department School of Theatre and Dance Posting Detail Information Posting Number F290P Job Type Tenure Track Pay Type Exempt/Salaried Pay Grade I30 Campus Location WMU-Kalamazoo - Main Campus Salary
Range Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package. Number of Vacancies 1 General Summary Western Michigan University School of Theatre and Dance seeks a tenure track Assistant Professor of Dance.The Dance Program in the School of Theatre and Dance at WMU provides high quality, undergraduate education that prepares students for professional careers in dance and
other related fields. It is committed to experiential learning through which students integrate theory and practice to discover, explore, and articulate a sense of themselves as dance artists and leaders; offering comprehensive, tri-focal training in ballet, jazz, and modern dance techniques; and engagement with national and international dance communities through artist residencies and immersive experiences. This
commitment requires faculty with extensive professional experience as dance artists and scholars who are actively engaged with the dance profession. Major Duties Teach all levels of jazz dance technique with an emphasis on hip hop, street, commercial, and other contemporary jazz dance forms. Teach one or more of the following courses: Race, Gender, and Dance; Roots of Jazz; Music for Dancers; Career Preparation for
Dancers; Composition and Technology. Participate in on-going scholarly/creative research, mentor student projects and performance and actively contribute to the life of the school, college, and university. Maintain an active career in the profession. Minimum Qualifications MFA in Dance from an accredited institution or terminal degree in related field from an accredited institution by contract start date; or
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