Adjunct Faculty in Theatre

The University of Southern Mississippi is currently accepting applications for the position of Adjunct Faculty in Theatre.

Special Instructions to Applicants
Courses needing adjunct instruction vary
from semester to semester. Assignments are determined based on expertise of
applicants. Applications for this position will be accepted on an ongoing basis
and will be reviewed as needed.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the
United States on a full-time basis without the need for visa sponsorship. The
University will not sponsor applicants for work visas (e.g., H-1B).

Job Summary
This position covers occasional adjunct
teaching responsibilities in the theatre program. This can include courses in theatre history and theory, as well as in performance practice, depending on candidate's area of expertise and qualifications.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities 

1. Instruction of assigned classes.
2. Provide interim and final grades for enrolled
   students.
3. Completing
   required assessment activities.
4. Provide data
   for General Education Curriculum assessment based on
   student achievement in the course as needed.
5. Be available to student through office
   hours (face to face or virtual).
6. Collaborating
   with faculty as necessary.
7. Be responsive to students and director/staff via USM email.
   
8. Performs other duties as assigned.
   

• Experience in instructing theatre performance techniques and other aspects of theatre history, design, production, playwriting and development, or applied theatre practice, as determined by the needs of the program.

About The University of Southern Mississippi
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accredited in four major areas of the arts. Home to the Golden Eagles, our
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