FY25 - Theater Arts Instructor, Los Angeles Community College District, United States (2024)

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Posted: 13-Jun-24

Location: Los Angeles, California

Salary: Open

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Performing Arts

Internal Number: 5324991


FY25 - Theater Arts Instructor


LOS ANGELES COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
PROFESSIONAL OPPORTUNITIES
Los Angeles Harbor College
THEATER ARTS INSTRUCTOR
Full-Time, Tenure-Track, C-Basis (10 Month)
DEADLINE TO FILE: July 19, 2024

Los Angeles Harbor College (Harbor College) prides itself on being the college of choice for the nearly 400,000 residents of Carson, Harbor City, Gardena, Lomita, San Pedro, Wilmington, and the Palos Verdes Peninsula. It's one of nine two-year public community colleges comprising the Los Angeles Community College District.
Harbor College serves our diverse community by providing access to associate and transfer degrees, certificates, economic and workforce development, and adult and noncredit instruction. We promote equity, diversity, and student success through academic programs and support services that ensure our students become productive members of a global society. Our educational programs and support services meet the needs of our diverse communities. Harbor College provides a stimulating learning environment that prepares its students for success through program completion and transfer.
DESCRIPTION OF POSITION
Harbor College is hiring a Full-Time, Tenure-Track, C-Basis (10 Month) Theater Arts Instructor commencing with the Fall 2024 academic year. We are looking for candidates who have the desire and ability to create a welcoming classroom culture that positively engages and impacts our diverse student population.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

  • The successful candidate must be able to teach all acting and directing classes. Course assignments will include late afternoon and evenings.
  • The candidate will be expected to perform the duties of an artistic director for this program.
  • The candidate will teach courses consistent with the division's standards and approved curriculum criteria.
  • The candidate will fulfill professional responsibilities that include, but are not limited to, the following: update and review division course outlines, keep accurate student records, grading, post and maintain office hours, participate in the shared governance process, write and review curriculum, and participate in division meetings and college activities.
  • Participate in professional development activities and maintain current knowledge in the discipline.
  • The candidate will assume other responsibilities as assigned by the department chairperson.
  • Maintain standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position.
    MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
    Master's degree or Masters of Fine Arts in drama/theater arts/performance; OR Bachelor's degree or Bachelor of Fine Arts in drama/theater arts/performance; AND Master's degree in comparative literature, English, communication studies, speech, literature or humanities OR the equivalent.
    And a sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of the community college students, faculty and staff.
    ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS
    A medical certificate indicating fitness to engage in administrative work is required for new employees at the applicant's expense prior to employment.
    Pursuant to LACCD Board of Trustee's Policy 2900, all students and employees must be fully vaccinated and complete a baseline test or have an approved exemption. LACCD employees are required to provide their vaccination status in compliance with the LACCD Board of Trustees' policy. Newly hired employees will be required to provide their vaccination status prior to starting a position or, at the latest, by their position start date.
    DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS
  • Two years of experience teaching Theater Arts.
  • Experience producing and directing theatrical productions, including scheduling and budgeting.
  • Knowledge of technical aspects of theatrical productions.
  • Demonstrated awareness and experience working with historically underrepresented students and non-traditional students.
  • Knowledge of diverse student learning styles, current theories and methods of teaching Theater courses.
  • Demonstrated knowledge of student learning outcomes at the college level and commitment to the institution's goals and mission.
  • Currency in the academic field and an ability to provide leadership for the program.
  • Understanding of and appreciation for the integration of critical thinking skills and interdisciplinary approaches into the classroom and curriculum.
  • Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
  • Demonstrated experience in writing, measuring and interpreting assessment of student learning outcomes.
  • Evidence of successful experience teaching at the college level.
  • The ability to teach one or more of the following classes: Film Appreciation and/or Film History.
  • Working knowledge of costuming, makeup and theater management.
  • Commitment to the community college goals/objectives of providing quality programs and services for students with diverse abilities and interests; personal qualities to work effectively and sensitively in a multicultural environment; awareness and commitment to the special needs of non-traditional students.
  • Ability to communicate effectively in oral and written English.
    SALARY/BENEFITS
    The current starting range is from $72,990 to $135,620 for the ten (10) month academic year and is based on educational preparation and professional experience. The doctoral differential is $4610 per academic year. An exceptional benefits package which includes medical, vision, dental and life insurance is available for the employee and eligible dependents.
    APPLICATION and EVALUATION PROCESS
    Applicants will be required to file the application using web-based software to create an applicant profile account, allowing documents to be saved and uploaded as attachments. Please go to https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/search.aspx?site=6&c=laccd to start the application process.
    Application materials will not be accepted by Fax, Mail, In-person or E-Mail. The completed application package must be filed no later than 4:30PM on July 19, 2024 to be considered for this position. All applications will be screened to ensure they meet the minimum requirements as stated above. All required materials must be received or the application package will be considered incomplete and will not be submitted to the screening committee. The screening committee will select applicants to be invited to an interview. All materials submitted become the property of the Los Angeles Community College District.
    MATERIALS REQUIRED FOR CANDIDACY
    Candidates must submit:
    1. A descriptive, detailed letter of interest that shows how candidate meets the duties and responsibilities AND minimum qualifications for this position.
    2. A detailed resume or curriculum vitae.
    3. Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts are only required at time of hire). Foreign transcripts must include a U.S. evaluation and translation at the time of application. You may obtain a listing of approved agencies at The Commission on Teacher Credentialing website
    4. List of 3 references including contact information.
    Employment is contingent upon verification of qualifications. Harbor College reserves the right to modify and/or withdraw this position at any time. Notification regarding the advancement in the selection process will be provided to each applicant.
    Questions may be directed to:
    Priscilla Lopez, Dean of Academic Affairs
    Email: [emailprotected]
    Individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request an accommodation in the selection/interview process with at least three business days prior notice. Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested.
    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY POLICY:
    The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to implement equal opportunity to all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition (cancer related), sexual orientation, or veteran status. Positive action will be taken to ensure that this policy is followed in all personnel practices including recruitment, hiring, placement, upgrading, transfer, demotion, and treatment during employment, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, layoff, or termination. A vigorous equal employment opportunity program will be maintained to ensure a diverse workforce and to achieve the expected representation of qualified members of underrepresented groups through the implementation of specific result-oriented plans and procedures (Board Rule 101301).
    The Los Angeles Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer
    To apply, visit https://laccd.csod.com/ats/careersite/JobDetails.aspx?site=6&id=1869
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