Part-Time Faculty: DRA 355.1 Drama In Context III (Fall 2024)

The Department of Drama within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks Part-Time Instructor to teach Drama in Context III, a 3 credit hour course, during the Fall semester, 2024.

Part-time instructor needed for theater history course. Survey of world drama in its reactions against the modern era (post-modern, post-colonial, post-industrial, etc.) and the impact of this revolution on the contemporary dramatic landscape. Application of dramatic analysis principles from DRA 116 to an inclusive range of advanced texts.

About The College of Visual and Performing Arts

The College of Visual and Performing Arts at Syracuse University is committed to the education of cultural leaders who will engage and inspire audiences through performance, visual art, design, scholarship, and commentary. We provide the tools for self-discovery and risk-taking in an environment that thrives on critical thought and action. To learn more about the college, our distinguished faculty, and our program, please visit our websites at www.syr.edu, www.vpa.syr.edu.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required. Advanced or terminal degree (or equivalent professional experience) desirable.

Job Specific Qualifications

Demonstrated teaching effectiveness. Expertise in a diverse range of voices in contemporary and historical theater.

Responsibilities

Teaching lecture class twice per week for 80 minutes.

Ability to lead large group discussions in a culturally responsible and equitable manner. Ability to challenge young practitioners to sharpen their critical thinking and writing skills.

In addition:

• Developing and/or updating a class syllabus.

• Preparation of lectures, projects or other student assignments.

• Maintaining regularly scheduled office hours.

• Presenting instruction based on the competencies and performance levels of the course.

• Meeting all designated class periods.

• If you are unable to meet your class due to illness or emergency, you should exercise your best effort to reschedule the class or to obtain a substitute.

• You must also notify the department chair of your absence and of your plan to cover the class.

• Submitting completed mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.

• Grading student assignments and exams in timely manner.

• Providing departmentally sanctioned forms for completed student evaluations.

• Building a positive rapport with students and other faculty.

Physical Requirements Tools/Equipment Application Instructions

In addition to completing an online application, please attach a resume/curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy, and cover letter.