1. Works with the School Chair to develop an individual professional development plan that will be of mutual benefit to the individual and to Western; and completes all elements of Faculty Evaluation Plan.
2. Assists the School Chair in all school and department activities as requested including attending school meetings, completing school and department duties and paperwork, and by participating in program review, assessment, and other departmental activities.
3. Stays current by attending conferences, seminars and workshops, and by reading appropriate professional literature.
4. Learns to communicate clearly and effectively using the college network system, including the e-mail system, word processing, and the advising modules; integrates learning with technology into the classroom as appropriate.
5. Assists in the Colleges student recruitment program by cooperating with the Director of Admissions, visiting area schools, encouraging students to attend Western, and promoting the value of the college; assists in updating the departments web pages.
6. Interacts with professionals in this discipline in the Colleges service area to solicit cooperation and support for curricular planning and other functions; serves as a resource to the community by being willing to speak to groups, answer specific inquiries, assist with research projects and workshops, locate information, and perform other related tasks.
7. Refers students to the resources in the College Learning Center, Peer Tutor Center, Library, and Wellness and Accessibility.
8. Assists in developing a well-rounded, usable library collection in his/her discipline; teaches the proper use of library and Internet resources.
9. Assists part-time instructors to maintain quality instruction consistent with the expectations and standards of the full-time faculty and the School Chair; interacts with adjuncts assigned by the Chair via e-mail or phone; reviews applications of adjunct faculty.
10. Becomes familiar with the budgeting process of the college and limits departmental expenditures to budgeted levels.
11. Maintains an inventory of all assigned equipment and supplies in office and other assigned areas; takes prudent efforts to safeguard Western physical resources from unauthorized use. Maintains safe working conditions and practices.
12. Optional summer employment as a producer of youth theatre with county cooperative educational program.
13. Performs other related duties as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:
1. Master of Fine Arts Degree in musical theatre or theatre OR a Masters degree in musical theatre, theatre, or related subject with 18 graduate credits in theatre or dance.
or Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree or a Bachelors degree in musical theatre or theatre with a minimum of 5 years professional experience
2. Experience in directing main stage productions and choreography
3. Two years of teaching experience at the college level substantiated by excellent student evaluations and/or letters of recommendation.
4. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and administrators.
5. Ability to exercise sound judgment in all facets of the student-teacher relationship and to teach a diverse group of community college students.
6. Demonstrated effective verbal and written communication skills.
7. Evidence of continued professional development.
Equivalency Statement
For those who do not exactly meet all the minimum qualifications, an equivalent combination of education and experience which has provided comparable knowledge and abilities may be acceptable.
PREFERRED ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge, Abilities, Education and Experience)
1. Experience using active approaches to learning; experience using alternative methods of learning, such as interactive software, Internet, or individualized modular programs.
2. Active participation in relevant professional organizations such as Screen Actors Guild and Actors Equity.
3. Demonstrated teaching excellence at a community college.
Open Date 12/06/2023
Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions A portfolio of personal and student work should be submitted with the application documents as “Other Document”.
to Applicants Unofficial transcripts are accepted for application purposes. Official transcripts will be required as a condition of employment.
Supplemental Questions
- How did you hear about this position?
(Open Ended Question)
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Transcripts
- Curriculum Vitae
- Other Document
- Teaching Philosophy
Optional Documents
- Letter of Recommendation 1
- Letter of Recommendation 2