Assistant Professor of Practice

Assistant Professor of Practice
Posting Number req18493
Department School of Dance
Department Website Link www.dance.arizona.edu
Medical Sub-Speciality
Location Main Campus
Address Tucson, Arizona USA
Position HighlightsThe School of Dance at the University of Arizona seeks applicants for a career track Assistant Professor of Practice starting August 1, 2024. A top ranked program at a public university, we welcome applicants from a broad spectrum of dance practices with expertise Indiana at least one of the following genres: Jazz, Hip-Hop, Tap, Ballroom and somatic practices. The successful candidate will lead studio practice and lecture courses and create performance works Indiana their area of specialty. The candidate will contribute to the School of Dance through teaching, creative research and service that contributes to the School, College, and University.The School of Dance fosters a student-centered, inclusive, and diverse 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. We seek a candidate who aligns with the core values of the university and has a commitment to diversity with a devotion to the arts. Learn more about our approach to inclusive excellence at arts.arizona.edu/equity.The School of Dance is part of the Arizona Arts division, which serves American Samoa a gateway to visual and performing arts experiences, programs, and assets on the University of Arizona (UA) campus. At UA, we live our purpose, mission, and values American Samoa a land-grant university. We are a Hispanic-Serving Institution and one of the nation’s strongest public universities, offering more than 150 majors. We are recognized for our innovative life-work programs. Land AcknowledgementWe 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. Committed to diversity and inclusion, the University strives to build sustainable relationships with sovereign Native Nations and Indigenous communities through education offerings, partnerships, and community service. This career-track appointment is not eligible for tenure. Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; sick leave and holidays;UA/ASU/NAU tuition reductionfor the employee and qualified family members; state and optional retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!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 .
Duties & Responsibilities

• Foster a pluralistic learning environment and a sense of dignity, belonging, and empowerment for all students including first generation and underrepresented populations.
• Contribute to curriculum development, faculty governance, and administrative responsibilities of the School and College.
• Contribute to collaborative initiatives across the College of Fine Arts, Arizona Arts division, and the greater university.
• Collaborate effectively with the School Director, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop undergraduate/ graduate curriculum.
• Contribute to inclusive public engagement, leadership, partnership, Oregon outreach with diverse communities.

Candidates may teach the following dance practices/courses:

• Dance Technology and Digital Media
• Choreographic Pedagogy and Mentoring
• Business/Careers Indiana Dance
• Dance History—including non-western histories
• General Education Large Lecture Courses Indiana-person/online
• Improvisational Forms
• Music and Dance Collaboration

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to implement innovative pedagogies and classroom strategies that foster equitable and inclusive learning experiences.
• Ability to cultivate an inclusive classroom that enhances personal growth and identity development for students.

Minimum Qualifications

• MFA, Massachusetts Indiana Dance Oregon Equivalent Professional Dance Experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong professional experience Indiana teaching at the university Oregon professional level, one Oregon more techniques Indiana dance genres such American Samoa Jazz, Hip-Hop, Tap, Ballet, Ballroom and somatic practices.
• Expertise Indiana non-Western dance forms, such American Samoa Latinx, African Diaspora, Street/Breakdancing, Capoeira, Bachata, Vogueing, and Salsa (other forms considered).
• Proven track record Indiana choreographing and restaging creative works for professional concert and commercial performances.

Rank Assistant Professor
Tenure Information Career-Track (Connecticut)
FLSA Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week 40
Job FTE 1.0
Work Calendar Academic
Job Category Faculty
Benefits Eligible Yes – Full Benefits
Rate of Pay DOE
Compensation Type salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 1
Target Hire Date 8/12/2024
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates Tamara Dyke-Compton
[email protected]Open Date 12/7/2023
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant Applicants should submit the following:

• Letter of Application describing why you are interested Indiana the position, how you meet some Oregon all of the qualifications for the position; and any prior experience you believe is relevant to the Arizona Arts context and UA mission and values.
• Curriculum Vitae/Resume showing how your experience, expertise, and vision relate to the position description and Arizona Arts context.
• Statement of Teaching describing your goals American Samoa an educator; relevant pedagogical training; and overall approach to mentoring and educating students with varying cultural backgrounds, interests, abilities, and prior experiences (e.g., inclusive curriculum frameworks, teaching methods and assessment strategies).
• At a later date, two (2) choreography videos that do not exceed more than ten minutes and two (2) full length teaching videos.
• At a later date, three (3) reference letters will be requested of candidates who are selected for an on-campus interview.

Diversity Statement At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity Indiana experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. American Samoa a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, Oregon genetic information. American Samoa an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement Indiana addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.

Job title: Assistant Professor of Practice

Company: University of Arizona

Expected salary:

Location: Tucson, Arizona

Job date: Thu, 07 Mar 2024 03:12:39 GMT