Teaching Instructor, Teaching Assistant Professor of Theatre Education/Theatre for Young Audiences

Teaching Instructor, Teaching Assistant Professor of Theatre Education/Theatre for Young Audiences|Please see Special Instructions for more details.To apply, candidates must submit the following materials online via the PeopleAdmin:

• Cover letter addressing position description


• Curriculum Vitae


• Licensure in Theatre Arts Education (if obtained)


• List of at least three professional references including affiliation, email address, and phone number (letters of recommendation will be required at a later date)

The submission of a Portfolio, Certifications, and Additional Documentation are optional.Proper documentation of identity, employability, and official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, 2-3 letters of recommendation will be required. An automatic email will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the references section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letter of recommendation submitted via the applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Information about the ECU School of Theatre and Dance can be found at .Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.Posting DetailsPosition InformationJob Title Teaching Instructor, Teaching Assistant Professor of Theatre Education/Theatre for Young Audiences

Position Number SoTD Theatre Ed Instructor

Vacancy Open to All Candidates

Department AAH School of Theatre and Dance

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Advertising Department THEATRE&DANCE,SCH OF

Division Academic Affairs

Classification Title Teaching Instructor, Teaching Assistant Professor

Working Title Teaching Instructor, Teaching Assistant Professor of Theatre Education/Theatre for Young Audiences

Number of Vacancies 1

Full Time Equivalent (FTE) 1.0

Full Time or Part Time Full Time

Anticipated Recruitment Range. Salary offered may be outside of this range as impacted by budget, UNC salary administration, and/or candidate qualifications. Commensurate with Qualifications

Position Location (City) Greenville

Position Type Faculty (Teaching)

Job Category Faculty (Teaching)

Primary Function of Organizational UnitEast Carolina University is a public doctoral/research university in Greenville, North Carolina, with an enrollment of nearly 27,000 students. It is one of the largest universities in North Carolina. ECU offers 87 Bachelor's degrees programs, 69 Master's degree programs,13 Research Doctoral degrees, 5 Professional Doctoral degrees, the Brody School of Medicine, and the School of Dental Medicine.The School of Theatre and Dance, in the College of Fine Arts and Communication, has an enrollment of over 250 students across BFA programs in acting, dance, educational theatre, and entertainment design and production, and a BA in theatre arts. Over 30 faculty and staff support the artistic and creative work of the students and school. East Carolina University is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre.
Job DutiesJob Duties for this Temporary Fixed-Term Position for the Fall 2025 Semester will include teaching classes for the Theatre for Young Audiences and Educational Theatre Programs, mentoring student interns and supervising them on-site in NC public schools.East Carolina University is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Theatre.This position is contingent upon available funding.
Minimum Education/ExperienceMinimum Qualification (candidates must have):

• Terminal degree (MFA or equivalent) or equivalent experience in Theatre Education.


• Currently hold, or be eligible to hold, a NC Licensure in Theatre Arts Education upon the date of employment.

License or Certification Required by Statute or RegulationCurrently hold, or be eligible to hold, a NC Licensure in Theatre Arts Education upon the date of employment.

Preferred Experience, Skills, Training/EducationPreferred experience with edTPA preparation, public school teaching and student intern supervision.

License or Certification Required by the Department

Special Instructions to ApplicantTo apply, candidates must submit the following materials online via the PeopleAdmin:

• Cover letter addressing position description


• Curriculum Vitae


• Licensure in Theatre Arts Education (if obtained)


• List of at least three professional references including affiliation, email address, and phone number (letters of recommendation will be required at a later date)

The submission of a Portfolio, Certifications, and Additional Documentation are optional.Proper documentation of identity, employability, and official transcripts are required upon offer of employment. Please be aware that if selected as a candidate of choice, 2-3 letters of recommendation will be required. An automatic email will be sent to the individuals entered by the applicant in the references section of the PeopleAdmin applicant tracking system. Letter of recommendation submitted via the applicant tracking system will be verified and considered towards meeting this requirement.Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Information about the ECU School of Theatre and Dance can be found at .Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Additional Instructions to ApplicantIn order to be considered for this position, applicants must complete a candidate profile online via the PeopleAdmin system and submit any requested documents. Additionally, applicants that possess the preferred education and experience must also possess the minimum education/experience, if applicable.

Job Open Date 06/04/2025

Open Until Filled Yes

Job Close Date - Positions will be posted until 11:59 p.m. EST on this date. If no closing date is indicated, the position may close at any time after the initial screening date.

Initial Screening Begins 06/12/2025

Rank Level Not Applicable

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