Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor of Acting
- Employer
- Ball State University
- Location
- Indiana, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Nov 23, 2021
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- Position Type
- Faculty Positions, Arts, Art, Other Arts, Performing Arts, Communications, Film & Video, Administrative, Academic Affairs, Arts Administration
- Employment Type
- Full Time
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Job Details
Posting Details
Position Title
Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor of Acting
Additional Information
The Ball State Department of Theatre and Dance is growing and changing. We offer eight diverse curricular options that develop and nurture each student’s creativity, curiosity, and collaborative skills. We inspire our students to be thinkers, responsible citizens, and motivated artists who will make a difference in creating the next generation’s voice. We are seeking collegial, collaborative faculty with excellent communication and organizational skills to join us.
The department is a BFA /BA/BS undergraduate-only program with over 400 theatre majors, 65 dance majors and 45 full-time faculty/staff. This includes 65 majors within our nationally recognized BFA acting program and 80 students within our BFA musical theatre program. The BFA performance areas features showcase opportunities in New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles, along with senior level capstone performances for all graduating seniors. The Department plays an active role in the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival ( KCACTF ) and with the American College Dance Association ( ACDA ). Ball State is accredited by both the National Association of Schools of Theatre ( NAST ) and the National Association of Schools of Dance ( NASD ). Our undergraduate only program, low student-to-faculty ratio, hands-on advising and mentoring from a faculty of working professionals, and distinguished guest artists allow for the personal development of each student as both an individual and an artist.
As a faculty member at Ball State University, you will have access to robust programming and institutional resources that help faculty develop as teachers, creative artists, and scholars, including new faculty academies and communities of practice, development opportunities through the Division of Online and Strategic Learning, and the University’s Aspire internal granting program.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.
Benefits and Community
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/faculty
Relocation
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation
Appointment Type
Non-Tenure-track/Contract
Length of Appointment
FT Academic Year
Description
Ball State University seeks an individual with a commitment to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and entrepreneurial learning practices as an acting teacher and coach within the BFA performance areas. The successful candidate will be an accomplished pedagogue who will play an active role in the crafting of curriculum, recruitment of students, and building connections within the discipline that will further enhance the opportunities presented to our students during and after their matriculation. Applicants should also be committed to inclusive pedagogies in their teaching, scholarship, and artistry
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in performance or equivalent professional experience completed by date of employment.
Experience teaching acting to students in a rigorous setting.
Experience and expertise as a coach of monologues and scenes at the BFA collegiate level.
Experience or related expertise that would allow the candidate to teach in at least two of the following additional courses: acting for the camera, audition techniques, or the business of theatre.
One year of teaching experience at the university/college level.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
M.F.A. in Acting completed by date of employment.
Three years of teaching experience at the university/college level.
Ability to serve as a director for production work when needed.
Experience with contemporary and current repertoire within the acting industry. This includes work with new playwrights, inclusive authors, current work being done in film and television, and non-linear texts.
Substantial experience as an actor, performer, director, or coach on Broadway or in major Regional Theatre venues.
Connections and recognitions within the professional acting and/or musical theatre industries.
Required Certifications/Licensures
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None.
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
Department
Theatre & Dance:600050
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
asthatcher@bsu.edu
Posting Number
202100820F
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
08/19/2022
Position End Date
Posting Date
11/23/2021
Applications Accepted Through Date
12/22/2021
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
In the Applicant Documents section of this application, please provide an inclusive excellence statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service. Please include examples of your contributions when possible. Word limit 500.
Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information
Adam Thatcher
asthatcher@bsu.edu
285-7015
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
Position Title
Assistant or Associate Teaching Professor of Acting
Additional Information
The Ball State Department of Theatre and Dance is growing and changing. We offer eight diverse curricular options that develop and nurture each student’s creativity, curiosity, and collaborative skills. We inspire our students to be thinkers, responsible citizens, and motivated artists who will make a difference in creating the next generation’s voice. We are seeking collegial, collaborative faculty with excellent communication and organizational skills to join us.
The department is a BFA /BA/BS undergraduate-only program with over 400 theatre majors, 65 dance majors and 45 full-time faculty/staff. This includes 65 majors within our nationally recognized BFA acting program and 80 students within our BFA musical theatre program. The BFA performance areas features showcase opportunities in New York, Chicago, and Los Angeles, along with senior level capstone performances for all graduating seniors. The Department plays an active role in the Kennedy Center American College Theatre Festival ( KCACTF ) and with the American College Dance Association ( ACDA ). Ball State is accredited by both the National Association of Schools of Theatre ( NAST ) and the National Association of Schools of Dance ( NASD ). Our undergraduate only program, low student-to-faculty ratio, hands-on advising and mentoring from a faculty of working professionals, and distinguished guest artists allow for the personal development of each student as both an individual and an artist.
As a faculty member at Ball State University, you will have access to robust programming and institutional resources that help faculty develop as teachers, creative artists, and scholars, including new faculty academies and communities of practice, development opportunities through the Division of Online and Strategic Learning, and the University’s Aspire internal granting program.
Inclusive Excellence Statement
At Ball State University, inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We encourage applicants to familiarize themselves with our Inclusive Excellence Plan to learn more about our commitment and to identify how you might contribute to these efforts.
Benefits and Community
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/benefits-and-community/faculty
Relocation
https://www.bsu.edu/about/administrativeoffices/humanresources/jobs/working-at-ball-state/relocation
Appointment Type
Non-Tenure-track/Contract
Length of Appointment
FT Academic Year
Description
Ball State University seeks an individual with a commitment to collaborative discourse, interdisciplinary inquiry, and entrepreneurial learning practices as an acting teacher and coach within the BFA performance areas. The successful candidate will be an accomplished pedagogue who will play an active role in the crafting of curriculum, recruitment of students, and building connections within the discipline that will further enhance the opportunities presented to our students during and after their matriculation. Applicants should also be committed to inclusive pedagogies in their teaching, scholarship, and artistry
Minimum Qualifications
Master’s degree in performance or equivalent professional experience completed by date of employment.
Experience teaching acting to students in a rigorous setting.
Experience and expertise as a coach of monologues and scenes at the BFA collegiate level.
Experience or related expertise that would allow the candidate to teach in at least two of the following additional courses: acting for the camera, audition techniques, or the business of theatre.
One year of teaching experience at the university/college level.
Authorization to work in the US
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
M.F.A. in Acting completed by date of employment.
Three years of teaching experience at the university/college level.
Ability to serve as a director for production work when needed.
Experience with contemporary and current repertoire within the acting industry. This includes work with new playwrights, inclusive authors, current work being done in film and television, and non-linear texts.
Substantial experience as an actor, performer, director, or coach on Broadway or in major Regional Theatre venues.
Connections and recognitions within the professional acting and/or musical theatre industries.
Required Certifications/Licensures
Pre-Employment Screening
Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised
None.
EEO Statement
Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community. Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
About Ball State University
Ball State University is located in Muncie, Indiana, on an attractive campus 45 miles northeast of Indianapolis. Approximately 22,000 graduate and undergraduate students enroll in one of eight academic colleges that offer 120 undergraduate programs. We offer more than 140 master’s, doctoral, certificate, and specialist degrees, with many of them ranking among the best in the nation. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world.
Department
Theatre & Dance:600050
Department Information
Department Email or Phone Number
asthatcher@bsu.edu
Posting Number
202100820F
Number of Vacancies
1
Desired Start Date
08/19/2022
Position End Date
Posting Date
11/23/2021
Applications Accepted Through Date
12/22/2021
Open Until Filled
No
Information regarding transcripts
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary
In the Applicant Documents section of this application, please provide an inclusive excellence statement describing how you would contribute to the development of a diverse and inclusive learning community at Ball State University through your teaching, research, and/or service. Please include examples of your contributions when possible. Word limit 500.
Search Committee Chair Name and Contact Information
Adam Thatcher
asthatcher@bsu.edu
285-7015
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Teaching Philosophy Statement
- Inclusive Excellence Statement
- Undergraduate Transcripts
- Master's Transcripts
Company
Founded in 1918 in Muncie, Indiana, the public research university has grown to more than 22500 students
Spirited and motivated, we learn, grow, and take flight. Our faculty and staff—everyone in our community—embrace students as learning partners from day one. In classrooms and labs, in immersive learning projects, on the sports fields—with creativity and determination—Cardinals Fly. We are grounded in our values, lifted by our knowledge, and go confidently upward toward ever greater opportunities. Ours is a simple promise: to challenge each other to excel. And with Beneficence as our guide—We Fly.
We are committed to excellence through a talented and diverse faculty and staff. Inclusiveness and freedom of expression are a part of our enduring values and inform all of our efforts. We engage students in educational, research, and creative endeavors that empower our graduates to have fulfilling careers and meaningful lives enriched by lifelong learning and service, while we enhance the economic, environmental, and social vitality of our community, our state, and our world. We are excited that you want to join us in these endeavors!
The university offers excellent benefits, including health care and retirement plans, tuition assistance for employees and dependents, and generous time off with pay.
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