| Adjunct Instructor, School of Dance (Multiple Positions) |
| Posting Number |
req23957 |
| Department |
School of Dance |
| Department Website Link |
https://dance.arizona.edu/ |
| Medical Sub-Speciality |
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| Location |
Main Campus |
| Address |
Tucson, AZ USA |
| Position Highlights |
The School of Dance at the University of Arizona seeks a Part-time Adjunct Instructor(s) beginning January 7, 2026. As a top ranked program at a public university, we welcome applicants from a broad spectrum of dance practices with expertise in any one or all of the following: Jazz, Modern, Cotemporary, or Choreography. The successful candidate will lead studio practice and lecture courses and may create performance works in their area of specialty. The candidate will contribute to the School of Dance through teaching that contributes to the mission of the university. The School of Dance fosters a student-centered learning environment that encourages problem-solving, critical thinking, and conceptual analysis skills. We maintain a unique focus on performance, choreography, and pedagogy to prepare students for professional careers. The School of Dance is part of the Arizona Arts division, which serves as a gateway to visual and performing arts experiences, programs, and assets on the University of Arizona (U of A) campus. We seek a candidate who aligns with the core values of the university and has a commitment to learning for all with a devotion to the arts. We respectfully acknowledge the University of Arizona is on the land and territories of Indigenous peoples. Today, Arizona is home to 22 federally recognized tribes, with Tucson being home to the O'odham and the Yaqui. The University strives to build sustainable relationships with sovereign Native Nations and Indigenous communities through education offerings, partnerships, and community service. The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs. For more information about working at the University of Arizona and relocations services, please click here. |
| Duties & Responsibilities |
Teach
all levels of studio courses in one or more forms of Jazz, Modern,
Cotemporary, or Choreography. Mentor
undergraduate and graduate students. Instructors may teach the following dance practices/courses:
- Dance Technique/Studio Courses
- Choreographic Pedagogy and Mentoring
- Improvisational Forms
- Music and Dance Collaboration
- Business/Careers in Dance
- Dance History-including non-western histories
- General Education Large Lecture Courses in-person/online
- Dance Technology and Digital Media
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Demonstrated
ability to implement innovative pedagogies and classroom strategies that
foster impactful learning experiences. - Ability
to cultivate an engaged classroom that enhances personal growth and
development for students. - Strong
pedagogical, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
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| Minimum Qualifications |
- A
Master's degree in Dance, related discipline or Equivalent
Professional Dance Experience.
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| Preferred Qualifications |
- Experience teaching dance in an academic setting or intensive dance training environment.
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| Rank |
Instructor |
| Tenure Information |
Adjunct (NTE) |
| FLSA |
Exempt |
| Full Time/Part Time |
Part Time |
| Number of Hours Worked per Week |
4 - 19.6 |
| Job FTE |
0.10 - 0.49 |
| Work Calendar |
Academic |
| Job Category |
Faculty |
| Benefits Eligible |
No Benefits |
| Rate of Pay |
DOE |
| Compensation Type |
Per Course |
| Type of criminal background check required: |
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) |
| Number of Vacancies |
2 |
| Target Hire Date |
1/5/2026 |
| Expected End Date |
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| Contact Information for Candidates |
Duane Cyrus
dcyrus@arizona.edu |
| Open Date |
10/1/2025 |
| Open Until Filled |
Yes |
| Documents Needed to Apply |
Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document |
| Special Instructions to Applicant |
Please submit your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter and one teaching video. The teaching video should show you working with advanced or intermediate dancers. Video should demonstrate ability to deliver:
1. An effective warm up.
2. Informed corrections and communication skills.
3. Movement exercises that are appropriate to the level.
4. A progression and adaptation of content that is made clear to students and evident to the review committee.
Video may be edited to show examples of the four criteria above. Please include a URL link in your submission.
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In compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act (Clery Act), each year the University of Arizona releases an Annual Security Report (ASR) for each of the University's campuses.Thesereports disclose information including Clery crime statistics for the previous three calendar years and policies, procedures, and programs the University uses to keep students and employees safe, including how to report crimes or other emergencies and resources for crime victims. As a campus with residential housing facilities, the Main Campus ASR also includes a combined Annual Fire Safety report with information on fire statistics and fire safety systems, policies, and procedures.
Paper copies of the Reports can be obtained by contacting the University Compliance Office at cleryact@arizona.edu. |
University of Arizona
Oct 02, 2025 