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Theatre Acting Instructor - 2025-2026 | Temporary half-time full-year

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position. Applicants may upload either official or unofficial transcripts using the “Transcript” selection under Required Documents.Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment. Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment. Full consideration will be given to applications received by June 10, 2025.

Posting Details

Position Details

Posting Number I02393

Classification Title Theatre Acting Instructor - 2025-2026 | Temporary half-time full-year

Working Title Theatre Acting Instructor - 2025-2026 | Temporary half-time full-year

Employee Group Faculty

Bargaining Unit APSCUF

Location Main Campus

Department Theatre

Pay Rate

Employment Type Temporary PT

Work Schedule

The fall courses are currently scheduled for MW 9-10:50am and TR 2-3:50pm but may be negotiable. Spring course times have not been set yet.

Position Summary Information

Position Summary

Slippery Rock University is seeking applicants for a one-year, half-time, temporary, Instructor position in the Theatre Departmet for the 2025-2026 academic year.

Teaching responsibilities include four sections of advanced-level acting courses

+ one section of Acting III (Meisner Technique)

+ one section of Acting Technique

+ two sections of Movement for the Actor

Additional responsibilities include active participation in the department and dedication to fostering diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in the classroom, rehearsals, and performances.

The successful applicant must demonstrate a commitment to teaching, as well as a demonstrated commitment to teaching diverse populations. Successful performance in an interview and teaching demonstration are required.

Successful candidates must also demonstrate a commitment to collaboration, collegiality, excellent communication and organizational skills, as well as teaching beyond the classroom as essential components of excellent teaching.

The information above describes the general nature of the job duties of this position. This position may be assigned other duties, and the essential functions may be adjusted as necessary.

Minimum Qualifications

Candidates must have:

+ a Master’s degree (or higher) in Theatre or closely related discipline (we may consider professional experience in the field as a substitute);

+ college-level teaching experience;

+ professional experience as a stage performer and/or stage director;

+ experience teaching and working with

+ Meisner Technique

+ movement styles for actors

+ additional advanced-level, specialized acting techniques

Preferred Qualifications

Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 05/12/2025

Closing Date

Open Until Filled No

Respect for Individuals in the Community

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

Slippery Rock University is committed to a policy of affirmative action. Slippery Rock University assures an equal opportunity to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, creed, disability, ancestry, national origin, age, gender or veteran’s status in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position. Applicants may upload either official or unofficial transcripts using the “Transcript” selection under Required Documents.Official transcripts will be required prior to appointment. Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal ( FBI ) clearance prior to appointment. Full consideration will be given to applications received by June 10, 2025.