What are the responsibilities and job description for the Limited Term Adjunct Instructor (School of Dance) position at University of Arizona and Careers?
The School of Dance at the University of Arizona seeks a Part-time Adjunct Instructor(s) beginning August 17, 2026. As a top ranked program at a public university, we welcome applicants from a broad spectrum of dance practices with expertise in any one or all of the following: Jazz, Modern, Cotemporary, Ballroom, Tap or Choreography. The successful candidate will lead studio practice and lecture courses and may create performance works in their area of specialty. The candidate will contribute to the School of Dance through teaching that contributes to the mission of the university.
The School of Dance fosters a student-centered learning environment that encourages problem-solving, critical thinking, and conceptual analysis skills. We maintain a unique focus on performance, choreography, and pedagogy to prepare students for professional careers. The School of Dance is part of the Arizona Arts division, which serves as a gateway to visual and performing arts experiences, programs, and assets on the University of Arizona (U of A) campus. We seek a candidate who aligns with the core values of the university and has a commitment to learning for all with a devotion to the arts.
We respectfully acknowledge the University of Arizona is on the land and territories of Indigenous peoples. Today, Arizona is home to 22 federally recognized tribes, with Tucson being home to the O’odham and the Yaqui. The University strives to build sustainable relationships with sovereign Native Nations and Indigenous communities through education offerings, partnerships, and community service.
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Teach all levels of studio courses in one or more forms of Jazz, Modern, Cotemporary, Ballroom, Tap or Choreography.
Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.
Instructors may teach the following dance practices/courses:
- Dance Technique/Studio Courses.
- Choreographic Pedagogy and Mentoring.
- Improvisational Forms.
- Music and Dance Collaboration.
- Business/Careers in Dance.
- Dance History—including non-western histories.
- General Education Large Lecture Courses in-person/online.
- Dance Technology and Digital Media.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrated ability to implement innovative pedagogies and classroom strategies that foster impactful learning experiences.
- Ability to cultivate an engaged classroom that enhances personal growth and development for students.
- Strong pedagogical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- A Master's degree in Dance, related discipline or Equivalent Professional Dance Experience.
- Experience teaching dance in an academic setting or intensive dance training environment.
Additional Document Requested - One teaching Video - The teaching video should show you working with advanced or intermediate dancers.
Video should demonstrate ability to deliver:
1. An effective warm up.
2. Informed corrections and communication skills.
3. Movement exercises that are appropriate to the level.
4. A progression and adaptation of content that is made clear to students and evident to the review committee.
Video may be edited to show examples of the four criteria above. Please include a URL link in your submission.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu.