What are the responsibilities and job description for the Instructor / Communications Media Program / Performance position at Alabama A&M University?
Summary:
This position is in the College of Education, Humanities, and Behavioral Sciences/ It is a full-time 9-month position in the Department of Visual, Performing and Communication Arts. Tenure-status is negotiable based on qualifications.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Teach four (4) undergraduate courses including Theatre Appreciation, Voice & Diction, Oral Interpretation, Acting for Television I & II, Intro and Advanced Directing, Public Speaking, Screen Writing and Production for Film.
- Recruit, advise and supervise program majors
- Serve on department, college and university committees.
- Conduct research and publish
- Participate in program events and activities.
- Participate in department, college and university activities
- Contribute to the success of performance-based activities and theatre space management
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Requirements:
Minimum Position Requirements (including certifications, licenses, etc.):
- Must hold an MFA or master's degree in Theatre/Performance/Communication Arts or a closely related field with at least 18 credit hours in one of the disciplines
- At least two (2) years of college teaching experience
- At least three (3) years of related professional experience
- Preference will be given to candidates with evidence of (1) high-quality teaching, both face-to-face and online and student advising, (2) strong background in theatre, film and/or television performance (3) relevant professional work experience, and (4) engagement of best practices trends in stage, television and/or film performance
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrate excellence in teaching at the university level
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Proficiency in the use of technology and the online environment
- Ability to advise and direct students effectively on program requirements
- Ability to contribute to the academic program development
- Willingness to engage in student-centered environment of inclusion and diversity
Additional Information:
SALARY:
The salary for each position is based on the grade/tier in which the position is placed, and the salary within the grade/tier is based on the number of years of related experience or number of years in the hiring rank.
CLOSING DATE: Open until filled.
Only completed applications will be considered. If chosen to be interviewed, official university transcripts will also need to be electronically sent to:
Ms. Kimberly Sims
Email: kimberly.sims@aamu.edu
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Alabama A&M University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer
Alabama A&M University encourages applications for employment from persons who are members of groups that have been underrepresented based on race, color, national origin, gender, age, or disability.
Salary : $49,600 - $62,900
