Assistant Professor of Theatre Education and Applied Theatre
- Employer
- The University of Texas at Arlington
- Location
- Arlington, Texas, United States
- Salary
- Competitive Salary
- Date posted
- Sep 20, 2024
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Arts, Art, Other Arts, Performing Arts
- Employment Type
- Full Time
Position Information
Posting Number
F00580P
Position Title
Assistant Professor of Theatre Education and Applied Theatre
Department
Theatre Arts & Dance
Location
Arlington
Job Family
Faculty
Position Status
Full-time
Rank
Tenure-track
Work Hours
Standard
Open to
External and Internal
FLSA
Exempt
Duration
Funding expected to continue
Pay Basis
Monthly
Benefits Eligible
Yes
Job Summary
The Theatre Arts and Dance Department at the University of Texas at Arlington seeks a tenure-track professor in theatre education and applied theatre. In addition to heading applied theatre efforts, the successful candidate will be a specialist with experience in one or more performance practice areas such as but not limited to: dance, acting, devising, dramaturgy, playwriting, directing, or musical theatre. This role includes teaching the core Theatre Arts Teaching Lab course to majors in our Theatre Education program, launching in 2025; advising theatre education students; placement and supervision of student teaching; and other faculty service as assigned. This colleague will also maintain an active research practice in scholarship and/or creative activity related to theatre education or cognate areas. Required: PhD or MFA in Theatre Education, Theatre, Dance, or related field. Experience in public or private school teaching at the elementary and/or secondary level. Current Texas state K-12 teaching Licensure is required before the start date of September 1, 2025. Preferred: university teaching experience. Practical applied theatre experience as a teaching artist in theatres and/or community organizations.
In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.
Benefits at UTA
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CBC Requirement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington to conduct a criminal background check on any applicant who is under final consideration for employment with the University.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Head applied theatre efforts.
- Teach core Theatre Arts Teaching Lab course to majors in our Theatre Education program, launching in 2025.
- Advise theatre education students.
- Place and supervise student teachers.
- Other faculty service as assigned.
- Maintain an active research practice in scholarship and/or creative activity related to theatre education or cognate areas.
- Experience in one or more performance practice areas such as but not limited to: dance, acting, devising, dramaturgy, playwriting, directing, or musical theatre.
- PhD or MFA in Theatre Education, Theatre, Dance, or related field.
- Experience in public or private school teaching at the elementary and/or secondary level.
- Current Texas state K-12 teaching Licensure is required before the start date of September 1, 2025.
- University teaching experience.
- Practical applied theatre experience as a teaching artist in theatres and/or community organizations.
Department Information
The Department of Theatre Arts and Dance in the College of Liberal Arts at UTA provides a comprehensive undergraduate education through theory, research, and practice in the performing arts, theatrical design, and dance. Our educational environment is characterized by shared values, unity of purpose, mutual respect, and a commitment to lifelong learning.
University Information
The University of Texas at Arlington is located in the heart of the Dallas-Fort Worth-Arlington metroplex, a vibrant and diverse metropolitan area that is home to over 7 million people, one of the fastest-growing tech economies in the United States, and a wide array of arts, entertainment, and cultural activities. UTA is a comprehensive teaching, research, and public service institution dedicated to the advancement of knowledge through scholarship and creative work. The University is committed to providing access and ensuring student success, and to a culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, and commercialization of discoveries by our community of scholars. With an enrollment of more than 40,000 students, UTA is the second largest in the University of Texas System. As a result of its combination of rigorous academics and innovative research, UTA is designated as a Carnegie R-1 “Very High Research Activity” institution. UTA ranks No. 4 nationally in Military Times’ annual “Best for Vets: Colleges” list and is among the top 30 performers nationwide for promoting social mobility of its graduates (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). UTA is designated by the U.S. Department of Education as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution ( HSI ) and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution ( AANAPISI ), and it has one of the top 5 most ethnically diverse undergraduate student bodies in the United States (U.S. News & World Report, 2023). Its approximately 270,000 alumni, including some who occupy leadership positions at many of the 24 Fortune 500 companies headquartered in North Texas, contribute to UTA’s $22.2 billion annual economic impact on Texas.
Furthermore, UTA is poised to experience widespread growth in the near future. The university recently launched the first phase of its RISE 100 initiative aimed at recruiting 100 new tenure-system faculty to amplify research standing and position UTA as a leader in key scholarly areas; more details are available at https://www.uta.edu/administration/president/strategic-plan/rise100 . The successful candidate for this position will have the opportunity to join UTA during an exciting period of growth and contribute as the university broadens its impact.
Working Title
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University’s compliance with this policy.
ADA Accommodations
The University of Texas at Arlington is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to 817-272-5554 or email ADADocs@uta.edu .
Posting Detail Information
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
09/01/2025
Open Date
09/25/2024
Review Start Date
11/08/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/29767 and submit the following materials:
Required Documents:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
- Contact information for 3 references
- Unofficial Transcripts
- Link to professional website
Questions may be addressed to Anne Healy ( healy@uta.edu ).
For more information about UTA, please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta .
Requirement Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * What is the highest level of education attained?
- GED
- High School Diploma
- Associate's Degree
- Bachelor's Degree
- Master's Degree
- PhD or equivalent
- * How many years of experience do you have teaching courses at
a College/University level?
- No prior experience teaching at a College/University
- 1-2 years experience
- 3-5 years experience
- 6-10 years experience
- 11-20 years experience
- Over 20 years experience
- * Do you currently, or will you have prior to the listed start
date, a valid Texas K-12 Teaching Licensure?
- I have a current valid Texas K-12 teaching license
- I have a current valid K-12 teaching license in another state
- I will have a valid K-12 Texas teaching license before the listed start date
- I do not have a current valid K-12 teaching license
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Cover/Interest Letter
- Transcripts
- Relevant URL
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