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Adjunct Instructor - Dance
West Virginia University Institute of Technology (WVU Tech), part of the WVU system of campuses, is seeking innovative, energetic, & dynamic adjunct faculty professionals to teach dance. This is an opportunity to join a nationally ranked educational institution as it has expanded its reach and transitioned to a new home in Beckley, WV. This position will be responsible for teaching one or more dance courses such as Introduction to Dance (DANC 170).Qualifications
Master's degree in Fine Arts, Education with a concentration in Dance/Movement, or a related field or Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Education with a concentration in Dance/Movement or a related field and minimum of 5 years full-time professional work and/or teaching experience in dance/movement is required.
Commitment to teaching excellence, responsiveness to student needs, and good communication skills are essential.
Salary is established on a per-course basis. All positions are part-time and not benefits-eligible. Review of applications will begin immediately with a position effective date of August 2024.
Please submit a single PDF file with (a) a letter of application summarizing your teaching and/or lab qualifications, (b) your curriculum vitae, and (c) contact information for two individuals who can provide letters of recommendation.At West Virginia University, we leverage our talents and resources to create a better future for our state and the world. As West Virginia's land-grant university, WVU has three campuses that touch each corner of the state. The WVU System includes 518 buildings on 15,880 acres, Extension Service offices in all 55 counties, ten experimental farms and four forests.From the groundbreaking R1 research of our flagship campus in Morgantown to the career-oriented programs of WVU Potomac State in Keyser to the technology-intensive programs at WVU Tech in Beckley - the contributions of WVU employees directly impact the 1.8 million people of West Virginia every day, no matter their role or position.
Service, curiosity, respect, accountability, and appreciation are the core values that unite Mountaineers, inspiring one another to work tirelessly and support others as they seek to reach new heights. After all, when you're a Mountaineer, impossible is just another mountain to climb.
Creating an inclusive, engaged, and dynamic learning environment is core to WVU's academic mission. We welcome candidates who can contribute a range of ideas, approaches and experiences.West Virginia University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer and is the recipient of an NSF ADVANCE award for gender equity. The University values diversity among its faculty, staff, and students, and invites applications from all qualified applicants regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, nationality, genetics, disability, or Veteran status.
