Sessional Instructors, Drama - Jobs in Edmonton, AB

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Concordia University of Edmonton (CUE) is a community of learning grounded in scholarship and academic freedom, preparing students to be independent thinkers, ethical leaders and citizens for the common good. CUE is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment for work, study, and living. We actively promote dignity for all, rejecting action and language that are harmful to mutual respect.CUE is situated on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton’s historic Highlands neighborhood. Supporting a student body of over 3,000, we are known for our small class sizes and excellence in teaching. These features, and our diverse student population, provide an excellent opportunity for engaging with students in a sustained and nurturing way unique within the Canadian university system. CUE is an institution that values research in the sciences, social sciences, humanities and management.The Faculty of Arts, Department of Fine Arts/ Drama at the Concordia University of Edmonton invites applications from qualified candidates for sessional positions to teach introductory University level courses in play analysis, introduction to theatre and theatre history.The Department seeks candidates with an advanced theatre degree who can bring innovative and engaging teaching approaches to our introductory theatre classes. The theatre program at CUE offers a 3-year BA concentration in Drama. The program provides students with a range of classes in acting, directing, stage craft with an emphasis on practical experience. This vibrant program is student-centered and guided by a faculty team of theatre artists committed to mentorship. Individuals with experience teaching students from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.Drama 101 – Introduction to TheatreCourse description: The World of Theatre and selective histories; the role of theatre spaces; directors, designers and actors in todays theatre; how theatre can enrich our lives. This is a lecture course; no acting required.Fall semester (2022-09-02 to 2022-12-09)DRA 101A: MWF 11:00 a.m. - 11:50 a.m.DRA 101B: TT 14:00 p.m. to 15:15 p.m.Winter semester (2023-01-11 to 2023-04-19)DRA 101C: TT 12:35 p.m. to 13:50 p.m.DRA 101D: MWF 14:00 p.m. to 14:50 p.m.Drama 102 - Play AnalysisCourse description: Reading and critiquing a variety of play scripts. This leads to applying creative solutions to the problems surrounding the live production of these plays. The class observes selections from filmed performances of the plays studied. No acting required.Fall semester (2022-09-02 to 2022-12-09)DRA 102A: TT 15:25 p.m. to 16:40 p.m.Winter semester (2023-01-11 to 2023-04-19)DRA 102B: TT 14:00 p.m. to 15:15 p.m.Where the course schedule has been set, Sessional Instructors must be able to accommodate the day and time noted for the respective course.Please note, this opportunity is available to begin August 29, 2022.Responsibilities:Reporting to the Chair, Department of Fine Arts, the Sessional Instructor’s responsibilities include:

• Develop the course syllabus
• Prepare and deliver weekly instructional lectures, assignments and examinations relevant to the course taught
• Grade assignments and exams
• Provide constructive feedback to students, including effective individualized strategies to support student success
• Maintain regular office hours
• Work collegially as a team member with Department and Faculty leadership, Lab Instructors, Colleagues and other stakeholders

Qualifications:

• A PhD or Master’s Degree in theatre
• University-level teaching effectiveness as demonstrated through student evaluations
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written
• Demonstrated empathetic approach to the instructional needs and concerns of students
• Proficiency with Google Email and Apps, Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Experience using a learning management system, such as Moodle, and familiarity with educational technologies, with an aptitude to learn other software as required

Interest and Applications:Interested individuals may contact Chair of Fine Arts, Caroline Howarth for further information at caroline.howarth@concordia.ab.caApplication Packages should include:

• Curriculum Vitae and cover letter
• Official transcripts of graduate-level courses and designation confirmation
• Letter describing teaching philosophy
• Recent teaching evaluations, if available
• Names and contact information of three academic and/or professional employment references

The successful candidate must be able to provide a satisfactory Criminal Records Check.Closing Date: Application review will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled.To apply, please submit a cover letter and resume as one PDF.Concordia University of Edmonton encourages applications from members of racialized groups, visible minorities, First Nations, Métis, Inuit, and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, women, persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity, and expression, and others who may support a diversity of perspectives at CUE. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We thank all applicants for their interest; only those selected for an interview will be contacted.Quick Apply

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