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Part-Time Faculty: Media Diversity + Inclusion on Broadway (Summer ‘25) 3 credits

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Education & Teaching
    Media & Journalism
  • New York

AI generated summary

  • You need a Bachelor’s (Master’s preferred), theater experience, strong industry connections, and familiarity with diversity issues to engage students professionally. Teaching experience is a plus.
  • You will develop a syllabus, prepare classes, order materials, hold office hours, and grade assignments while reporting progress and final grades as per university guidelines.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree is required, Master’s degree preferred.
  • Teaching experience is preferred although not required.
  • The ideal candidate will have a significant amount of professional experience in theater and has experience working with Broadway and off-Broadway shows.
  • This candidate will also have enough influence and relationships to provide students with opportunities to engage with other theater professionals either in a classroom setting or in the workplace.
  • The instructor will design and execute a detailed course syllabus using approved learning objectives and following SU’s syllabus template.
  • The candidate should have some familiarity with key concepts and issues around race, gender, sexual orientation, ability and other areas of difference.

Responsibilities

  • It is understood that teaching assignments may include the following:
  • Developing a syllabus.
  • Ordering in advance books and materials for students in the class to purchase on or before the first day of classes.
  • Preparing for classes.
  • Holding office hours each week to meet with students in the class and others.
  • Grading in a timely manner student assignments and examinations for the course; and turning in mid-semester progress reports and final grades according to University regulations.

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title is Part-Time Faculty: Media Diversity + Inclusion on Broadway (Summer '25).

Where is this position located?

This position is located in New York, NY.

What is the pay rate for this position?

The pay rate is $1,700 per credit hour.

What are the class hours for this position?

The class meets on Tuesdays from 6:00pm to 9:10pm.

When does the Summer 2025 semester begin and end?

The semester begins on May 27, 2025, and ends on July 29, 2025.

Is teaching experience required for this position?

Teaching experience is preferred but not required for this position.

What qualifications are required for this role?

A Bachelor's degree is required, and a Master's degree is preferred.

What specific qualifications are we looking for in a candidate?

The ideal candidate should have a significant amount of professional experience in theater, experience working with Broadway and off-Broadway shows, and familiarity with key concepts around diversity and inclusion.

Are there any physical requirements for this job?

Yes, the candidate must be able to instruct the class on designated days/times, hold office hours on campus, and grade all assignments and examinations.

What are the application instructions for this position?

Applicants should complete an online application and attach a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and a list of three references.

Is this a unionized position?

Yes, this position is coded as a unionized position (UA).

How many credits is this course worth?

This course is worth 3 credits.

Will the instructor need to take students to shows?

Yes, the instructor will take students to a total of three shows likely on three Thursday nights during the semester.

Does Syracuse University offer equality in its hiring practices?

Yes, Syracuse University is an equal-opportunity, affirmative-action institution and prohibits discrimination based on various protected statuses.

Does the job require a course syllabus to be developed?

Yes, the instructor will need to design and execute a detailed course syllabus using approved learning objectives.

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