Logo: Posting Number: FAC00057PO24
Advertised Title: Classical Ballet Instructor
Campus: Columbia
College/Division: College of Arts and Sciences
Department: CAS Theatre and Dance
Advertised Salary Range: We offer a competitive salary and benefits package
Part/Full Time: Full Time
Hours per Week: 40
Position Category: Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis : 9 months
Work County: Richland
Tenure Information: Professional Track
Job Search Category: Faculty
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Advertised Job Summary: The faculty of the Betsy Blackmon Dance Program at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a full time, professional-track position at the rank of instructor to begin August 16, 2024. The position is a 9-month appointment with a teaching load of 8 courses for the academic year. This is an annual appointment that may be renewed contingent upon Dean's approval, satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding.
The instructor will teach all levels of classical ballet technique and pointe technique. Choreographing for departmental concerts and mentoring student choreography showcase performances may also be considered a course assignment. Secondary expertise in teaching contemporary, modern, dance history, jazz, tap, hip-hop, introduction to dance, and/or dance studies/theory is also desired. Instructor should display a collaborative spirit with a strong commitment to creating and maintaining healthy and supportive educational spaces. Required Education and Experience: Candidates must have MFA in Dance or commensurate professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications: Preferred qualifications include one (1) or more years related experience teaching at a college/university level, professional dance experience, experience choreographing at the collegiate or professional level, and a strong record of creative and/or scholarly activities.
Desired Start Date: 08/16/2024
Job Open Date: 03/18/2024
Open Until Filled: Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant: All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at Required application documents: Cover letter that describes their research and teaching interests, relevant experiences, and teaching philosophy. Curriculum vitae; or resume. Names, email addresses, and phone numbers for three references. Additional materials such as letters of recommendation will be requested at a later date. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please contact Jennifer Deckert ( ), Search Committee Chair, for questions or further information.
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