Assistant Teaching Professor Of Dance

Iowa State University

Ames, IA, United States
Onsite
Ballet and contemporary modern dance instruction
Dance composition and history
Student dance company advising
Responsibilities include teaching at all levels of ballet, contemporary modern dance, dance composition, dance history, as well as other potential areas of specialty including, but not limited to; jazz, hip hop, musical theater, dance production, and yoga

Job Summary

  • Responsibilities include teaching at all levels of ballet, contemporary modern dance, dance composition, dance history, as well as other potential areas of specialty including, but not limited to; jazz, hip hop, musical theater, dance production, and yoga.
  • The successful candidate will be responsible for advising a student dance company that meets regularly, invites guest instructors, and holds performances throughout the year.
  • Iowa State Faculty enjoy comprehensive health and work-life benefits, including medical and dental; as well as retirement benefits, generous leave plans, and onsite childcare.

Matching Summary

Responsibilities include teaching at all levels of ballet, contemporary modern dance, dance composition, dance history, as well as other potential areas of specialty including, but not limited to; jazz, hip hop, musical theater, dance production, and yoga.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Ballet and contemporary modern dance instruction
  • Dance composition and history
  • Student dance company advising
  • Artistic direction of main stage production
  • Mentoring student choreographers
  • Collaboration with theatre production staff

Nice-to-have

  • Active artistic practice
  • Guest choreographer residency coordination
  • American College Dance Association representative

Key Requirements

  • M.F.A. or Ph.D. in Dance
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S.
  • At least 2 years higher education teaching experience
  • Professional and dance production experience

Work Rights

Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. on an ongoing basis

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