Syracuse University Syracuse , NY 13201
Posted 3 weeks ago
The Department of Drama within the College of Visual and Performing Arts seeks a Part-Time Instructor to teach DRD 329 Advance Costume Practicum, a two-credit hours course, in the Fall semester 2024.
Part-time instructor needed for required costume design course. Exploration of advanced clothing construction, from hand sewing to machine sewing, and how it pertains to costume construction.
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
Bachelors' degree. At least 2 years teaching at the college level.
Job Specific Qualifications
At least five years successful experience as professional costume constructor. Demonstrated teaching effectiveness.
Responsibilities
Teaching class once per week for 120 minutes.
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 and cover letter.
Syracuse University