Assistant Professor, Department of Theatre & Dance

Georgia College & State University (GCSU) is the state's designated public liberal arts university, where students learn the essential skills to compete in a fast-paced and technology-driven global society. The university prepares students for successful careers, leadership in communities, problem solving and life-long learning through personalized attention in a residential setting with opportunities for a variety of transformational experiences through its award-winning, high-impact practices. One of only three selective universities within the University System of Georgia and a top 10 ranked public university in the Southeast, GCSU offers undergraduate degrees in more than 40 majors, more than 30 graduate programs, doctorates in education and nursing, professional certificates, and continuing education programs. As a member of the prestigious Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), GCSU is committed to fostering a liberal arts environment that values academic preeminence, interdisciplinary inquiry and an inclusive learning community. GCSU enjoys a strong reputation for academic excellence and nationally ranked programs according to US News & World Report, The Princeton Review and Colleges of Distinction - among other ranking sources. Georgia College & State University takes great pride in combining the educational experience of a private liberal arts college with the affordability of a public university. Faculty and staff are dedicated to student engagement and experiential learning through high-impact practices such as internships, service- and community-based learning, leadership development, study abroad opportunities, mentored undergraduate research and a capstone project that fosters intellectual curiosity, reasoned inquiry and critical thinking. Georgia College & State University is dedicated to protecting academic freedom in addition to supporting freedom of expression as outlined in the University System of Georgia's Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom policy and its Ethics Code of Conduct. For more information, visit us online at gcsu.edu. The Department of Theatre & Dance at Georgia College & State University exists to prepare and mentor the next generation of creative collaborators through experiential learning in an environment that seeks to model professional practices so that our students can become leaders, educators and innovators across competitive markets. The College of Arts & Sciences seeks a tenure track Assistant Professor to teach courses in Dance and special topics courses based on expertise at the undergraduate level. This faculty position, based in the Department of Theatre and Dance, is a 10-month academic year position. Faculty - Teaching/Instructing - Teaching Responsibilities Full-time instructional load teaching in areas of expertise within the academic discipline Regular course meetings and instruction Mentoring students Other teaching responsibilities: all Georgia College & State University faculty share the responsibility of teaching the core curriculum and providing foundation courses for majors and non-majors alike. Faculty employees also contribute to the Georgia College & State University core curriculum by teaching topical freshman (GC1Y) or sophomore seminar (GC2Y) courses. Faculty - Professional Development - Faculty are expected to conduct research and develop within the profession. Academic Achievement/Professional Development Academic Achievement/Professional Development Publications (editing, citations) Presentations at professional meetings Publication; peer reviewed scholarship Current work in circulation or in progress Grants received or applied for Membership and participation in professional organizations Other professional service of development activities Faculty - Service to Institution - All faculty are expected to support the advancement of the department, college and university mission by providing service to the institution. Service may be at the department, college, university, community and/or disciplinary level. Duties include service on college-level and university-level committees, advising students regarding career options, and support of department-level outreach activities. Service to the Institution: Committee memberships and offices Programs directed and advised Participation in special programs or projects Other service in the institution Coordinating - Assists with directing and choreography for the following annual dance productions: Dance Minor Fall and Spring Concerts (Bountiful and Luminous), The Nutcracker, and the GCSU Community Dance Program dance concert, and Theatre production musical Other - Other duties as assigned. Educational Requirements Terminal degree in a closely related field (MFA or Ph.D.). Must meet SACSCOC accreditation requirements as stated in C.S. 3.7.1 (www.sacscoc.org (faculty credentials)).

Preferred Experience Instructor of record for college level classes in the related discipline Record of scholarly activity, publications, or creative works The proposed salary is $61,000. CV/Resume Cover Letter Reference Letter Transcripts Teaching Philosophy ABILITIES Build positive student relationships and provide mentorship Engage in continuous professional development Manage multiple courses and administrative responsibilities Solve problems and make data-driven decisions Collaborate with colleagues and participate in service Demonstrate leadership and take initiative Adapt to changing institutional needs Maintain accurate records and meet deadlines KNOWLEDGE Subject matter expertise and current disciplinary trends Curriculum design and program outcome alignment Assessment methods and student learning measurement Accreditation standards (SACSCOC and discipline-specific) Academic policies, procedures, and ethics Adult learning principles and adaptive learning styles Educational technology and learning management systems SKILLS Teaching: Course design and delivery Learning activity development and facilitation Technology integration and LMS proficiency Instructional adaptation Assessment: Valid assessment instrument development Constructive feedback provision Data analysis for instructional improvement Communication: Clear verbal and written communication Professional presentation abilities Active listening and collaboration Technology: Discipline-relevant software proficiency Multimedia and presentation tools Basic troubleshooting capabilities The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.218_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found online at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Equal opportunity and decisions based on merit are fundamental values of the University System of Georgia (USG). The Board of Regents prohibits discrimination on the basis of an individual's age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status ("protected status"). No individual shall be excluded from the participation in, denied the benefits of, or otherwise subjected to unlawful discrimination, harassment, or retaliation under, any USG program or activity because of the individual's protected status; nor shall any individual be given preferential treatment because of the individual's protected status, except that preferential treatment may be given on the basis of veteran status when appropriate under federal or state law. This is not a supervisory position. This position will not be required to drive. This role is considered a position of trust. This position will not travel This position does not require security clearance. This position does not have any financial responsibilities. Criminal Background Check Education Verification Drug Test