Already Applied? Log in to change your details, view your application and progress. Applicant Login Set Up Job Alerts Search for a job Work type Faculty 1 Locations UMBC Campus 1 Categories Faculty Dance 1 Assistant Teaching Professor of Dance Job no: 495319 Work type: Faculty Location: UMBC Campus Categories: Dance Application Instructions: Apply via Interfolio at: https://apply.interfolio.com/189855 Department:
Dance For more information visit: https://dance.umbc.edu/ Anticipated Start Date: August 17, 2026 About the Position: Position Title: Assistant Teaching Professor of Dance In consultation with the Department Chair, the Assistant Teaching Professor of Dance teaches a 4/4 course load in a variety of topics within the discipline of dance including Dance Studies, History, and Appreciation. Successful candidates will also
have demonstrable experience teaching Cunningham-based techniques. Service assignments appropriate to the rank of Assistant Teaching Professor include contributions to curriculum development, assessment, academic advising, recruitment, and student retention, as well as college and university service. Required Qualifications MFA or other terminal degree in Dance or a closely related field Minimum three years teaching
undergraduate students Competency to teach both dance theory and studio-based techniques Record of experience of teaching in the areas of Dance Studies, History, and/or Appreciation Expertise in teaching Cunningham-based technique Commitment to and experience in fostering inclusive excellence and student-centered pedagogy Ongoing scholarly, creative, or professional engagement in the field (e.g. peer reviewed
presentations at national/international conferences, authored articles and book chapters, presentation of choreographies for public performance, leadership in professional educational organizations, etc.). Preferred Qualifications Experience teaching general education courses to non-majors, including honors and writing-intensive formats Interest and experience in online instruction and course development Decolonized
approaches in Dance History pedagogy For full consideration, please submit: A letter of application that addresses position qualifications and includes a short teaching philosophy. Curriculum Vitae Recent syllabus Statement on Commitment to Inclusive Excellence Sample of scholarly or creative research (e.g. published article, abstract, etc. and/or original choreography) Letters of recommendation from three
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