Performance Lecturer

University of Maryland

College Park, MD, USA
Base: $41,855.05 - $45,550.11 annual; bonus/equity...
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Developing undergraduate theatre courses
Professional theatre practitioner experience
Linklater certification or equivalent experience
** The University of Maryland is seeking a non-tenure eligible Performance Lecturer for the School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies, with a start date of August 2026. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses in theatre performance and requires a minimum MFA degree, professional theatre experience, and a certification in Linklater or equivalent. **

Job Summary

  • The University of Maryland is seeking a lecturer to teach six credits per semester in undergraduate theatre performance courses starting August 2026.
  • Candidates must demonstrate the ability to incorporate diverse perspectives into teaching and contribute to the university's strategic pillars of transformative thinking and expansive empathy.
  • This is a benefits-eligible non-tenure track appointment with a salary range of $41,855.05 to $45,550.11 annually based on a per-credit rate.

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** The University of Maryland is seeking a non-tenure eligible Performance Lecturer for the School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies, with a start date of August 2026. The role involves teaching undergraduate courses in theatre performance and requires a minimum MFA degree, professional theatre experience, and a certification in Linklater or equivalent. **

Salary

Base: $41,855.05 - $45,550.11 annual; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Eligible for benefits with two or more courses per term

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Developing undergraduate theatre courses
  • Professional theatre practitioner experience
  • Linklater certification or equivalent experience

Nice-to-have

  • Experience as professional director or actor
  • Physical theatre technique expertise
  • Teaching in culturally diverse environments

Key Requirements

  • MFA degree in theatre
  • Linklater certification or in-process status
  • Demonstrated professional theatre practice experience
  • University-level teaching experience
  • Ability to work collegially and collaboratively

Work Rights

Must have US work authorization

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