Job Information
Louisiana Department of State Civil Service ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF DANCE in Natchitoches, Louisiana
ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF DANCE
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ASSISTANT PROFESSOR OF DANCE
Salary
$51,000.00 - $54,000.00 Annually
Location
Natchitoches, LA
Job Type
Unclassified
Job Number
999734
Department
Northwestern State University
Opening Date
05/16/2024
Description
Benefits
Supplemental Information
Northwestern State University (NSU) seeks applications for a nine-month, tenure track, Assistant Professor in Dance beginning August 12, 2024. NSU, a NAST accredited Theatre program, offers a BFA in Dance, Production + Design, and Musical Theatre and a BS in Theatre with a concentration in Performance & Directing. The successful candidate will teach the following courses for all required dance majors; Modem, Choreography, Improvisation, and Jazz. Other assignments could include areas of expertise that support the department's curriculum including but not limited to; Ballet, Dance History & Criticism I & Il, Dance & Technology, Partnering, Hip Hop, World Dance, Laban Movement Analysis, and a somatic practice. Other job duties include choreography for dance concerts, functioning as a positive collaborator with other faculty, serving on departmental and university committees, actively engaging in creative and/or scholarly research, attending recruiting events as well as mentoring and advising students. Additional duties may be assigned by the Theatre/Dance Department Head.
QUALIFICATIONS
All applicants should have a terminal degree in Dance, MFA, or PhD
Teaching experience at a university and/or professional level.
Demonstrated ability to train, educate, motivate, and inspire students.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate with other faculty across disciplines
Effective communication skills.
RANK AND SALARY: Rank is at the Assistant Professor level and salary is commensurate with credentials and experience. $51,000 - $54,000
APPLICATION AND PROCEDURE: Priority is given to materials received by June 17, 2024.
However, the position will remain open until filled.
Letter of Application
CV
Transcripts
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
A list of five references including names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses
Link(s) to video of creative work
Please email materials to:
Scott Burrell atnfburrellc@nsula.edu
Northwestern State University is a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency.
The successful candidate will be subject to a background check, as a condition of employment.
NOTICE OF NON-DISCRIMINATION (FULL DISCLOSURE)
It has been, and will continue to be, the policy of Northwestern State University to be an equal opportunity employer. All employment decisions are based on job related standards and must comply with the principles of equal employment opportunity.
In keeping with this policy, the University will continue to recruit, hire, train, and promote into all job levels the most qualified persons without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status. All personnel actions, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoffs, training, and education are administered without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status.
The University is committed to equal opportunity for student success by providing access to educational programs, tuition assistance, and social and recreational activities for all students without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, age, veteran status, or retirement status.
Additionally, the University provides equal access to the Boy Scouts of America and other designated youth groups.
Student complaints or inquiries related to Title IX should be directed to the Director of Student Advocacy and Title IX Coordinator, Julie Powell (318-357-5570), Room 306 of the Friedman Student Union or email obannonj@nsula.edu . Employee Title IX issues should be directed to the Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email ramirezv@nsula.edu .
In accordance with Section 35.106 of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), all participants, applicants, organizations, and interested individuals are advised and notified that the ADA Coordinator for Northwestern State Universityfor facilitiesis the Director of University Affairs, Jennifer Kelly (318-357-4300), located in New Fine Arts, 104 Central Avenue, Ste. 102 or email andersonje@nsula.edu . For studentacademic services, contact the Director of Access and Disability Support, Taylor Camidge (318-357-5460) located in Room 108-C Watson Memorial Library or email camidget@nsula.edu . Forfaculty/staff accommodations and services,contact Executive Director of Institutional Effectiveness and Human Resources, Veronica M. Biscoe (318-357-6359), Room 111 Caspari Hall or email ramirezv@nsula.edu .
Minimum Qualifications
Shall be credentialed and in good standing by relative credentialing agencies, if appropriate.
Shall be qualified to teach in the field of study.
Shall be effective in teaching the assigned subject material.
Shall meet the required standards defined by the University.
Shall be proficient in curriculum development, instruction, evaluation, and academic counseling.
Shall have a minimum of 2 years' experience or equivalent in the practice of the area of study, or as required by accreditation agencies.
Shall hold a terminal degree in Dance or other appropriate field of study.
Job Concepts
Be committed to excellence in teaching, service, professional growth, and scholarship.
Teaches courses in Modern, Choreography, Improvisation, and Jazz
Utilizes a variety of proven teaching methods appropriate to the targeted domain of learning.
Evaluate students and report progress.
Participates in periodic review of course materials.
Maintains appropriate expertise and competencies through continuing professional development and pursuit of scholarly activities.
Demonstrates knowledge of school goals and objectives
Participates in faculty meetings and serves on all appropriate programs and committees in the School of Creative and Performing Arts and the Theatre/Dance program.
Participates in scholarly activities including grant writing, research, scholarly publication, and presentations.
Maintains confidentiality following federal laws and program policy.
Serve as an advisor and mentor for students in the Department of Theatre and Dance
Professionally represents the school in all activities.
Engage in professional service.
Choreograph for dance productions throughout the year including but not limited to Modern in Motion, The Christmas Gala, and Spring Dance Concert.
Actively participates in departmental recruiting.
Benefits for unclassified employees are determined by the individual hiring authority.
Agency
State of Louisiana
Address
For agency contact information, please refer to
the supplemental information above.
Louisiana State Civil Service, Louisiana, 70802
Phone
(866) 783-5462
Website
http://agency.governmentjobs.com/louisiana/default.cfm
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