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Theatre Adjunct Instructor (Technical Theatre/Costume Design)

Inside Higher Ed, Santa Clarita, California, United States, 91382

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Theatre Adjunct Instructor (Technical Theatre/Costume Design)

Join to apply for the Theatre Adjunct Instructor (Technical Theatre/Costume Design) role at Inside Higher Ed. Overview: We are now accepting applications for the Adjunct Instructor Applicant Pool. Adjunct pools are open on a fiscal year basis for continuous recruitment for department assignments. Review application material requirements carefully to ensure successful submission. Your application will not be considered until all required documents are received. The teaching assignment may be at the Valencia or Canyon Country campus, or other college teaching locations. Part-time faculty positions are as needed and do not accrue rights to tenure. Part-time faculty positions offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of students in achieving their educational goals. We offer a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, vocational and occupational programs. Assignments may include Monday through Friday (day and evening), as well as Saturday classes. Adjunct Salary Rate: Starting at

$88.30

per hour. Responsibilities

Teach Fundamentals of Costume Design, or future technical classes such as makeup, color and design, or general theatre classes as part of understanding theatre, lectures and/or labs. There may be opportunities to design costumes for productions presented by the theatre department. Lecture

Identify costumes from various historical periods and employ historical research methods in creating a costume design. Identify equipment used in costume design and construction, and components of costume care. Create a design from a design concept. Explain steps involved in costume project management including development of the costume plot. Analyze use of fabrics and materials used in costumes. Identify the effective communication skills costume designers need. Utilize standard costume vocabulary. Critique use of costume in production. Analyze a design in terms of budget requirements. Lab

Utilize costume construction methods to execute a costume. Identify and safely operate equipment used in costume construction. Demonstrate basic sewing techniques. Qualifications and Minimum Requirements

Possession of an unexpired California Community College Instructor Credential in Theatre. OR Master’s degree or Master of Fine Arts in drama/theatre arts/performance. OR Bachelor’s degree or Bachelors of Fine Arts in drama/theater arts/performance AND Master’s degree in comparative literature, English, communication studies, speech, literature, or humanities. OR Equivalency: An official transcript documenting successful completion of any Master’s degree from an accredited institution and official transcripts documenting successful completion of 24 semester units in the discipline at the upper division and graduate level (minimum 12 graduate units). Desirable Qualifications

Ability to carry out the professional duties of the position, working with department designers, technical director and a student work crew. Collaborative work style. Strong organizational and communication skills. Commitment to teaching theatre through production. Please Note

Hiring committees review all complete, qualified application packets. Possession of the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an interview. A teaching demonstration may be required at the interview stage. From time to time the equivalencies accepted by departments change. If you qualify under an equivalency, you must qualify under the established minimum qualifications or department equivalency in place at the time of hire. Application Instructions

All materials listed below are required to be considered for an interview. Apply online by visiting Jobs at COC. Upload materials online or submit to the Human Resources Department, College of the Canyons, 26455 Rockwell Canyon Road, Santa Clarita, CA 91355. For assistance, contact the Human Resources Office at (661) 362-3427 or TTY/TDD (661) 362-5178. District Academic Application. Current detailed resume summarizing education and experience. Two (2) letters of professional reference. One formal, signed teaching evaluation may be substituted for one letter. Each document must be dated within the last five years and have an original signature. Complete college transcripts verifying educational degrees and/or coursework required for the position. Official transcripts must be submitted at the time of hiring. Equal Employment Policy

The Santa Clarita Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status under the law. Applicants who need accommodations to participate in the selection process may contact the Human Resources office at (661) 362-3428.

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