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NEOGOV · 3 months ago

Instructor or Assistant Professor of Communication and Theatre and Theatre Program Coordinator

Carlsbad

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$68K/yr - $75K/yr

Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is seeking applications for the position of Instructor or Assistant Professor of Communication and Theatre and Theatre Program Coordinator. This full-time faculty position includes teaching responsibilities in Communication and Theatre, as well as coordinating theatre-related activities and collaborations with community partners.

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Responsibilities

Teach a full-time course load of 27-30 credit hours per academic year, including Fall and Spring semesters, with potential for additional summer teaching

Teach sections of COMM 1115G: Communication and COMM 1130G: Public Speaking in person to meet the needs of the college

Conduct course and program assessments, in addition to program review, to ensure academic excellence and alignment with institutional and accreditation standards

Lead efforts in program development and growth, including expanding course offerings and fostering student engagement in theatre

Serve on at least two standing college committees

Recommend, develop, and teach Theatre (THEA) course offerings in consultation with the Department Chair for English, Communication, Fine Arts, & Digital Media

Provide consultation and masterclass sessions in acting, design, and theatre production to support SENMC students and community theatre initiatives

Attend and represent SENMC at theatre performances and events supported or sponsored by SENMC, Carlsbad Municipal School, Cavern Theatre, and Carlsbad Community Theatre and regional or state theatre organizations

Serve as the SENMC representative on theatre-related boards and committees that support local theatre initiatives

Maintain rigorous academic and artistic standards while fostering a collaborative and engaging learning environment

Perform other professional duties as assigned

Qualification

Degree in CommunicationDegree in TheatreTheatre production experienceInstructional excellenceProgram developmentCommunity engagementOrganizational skillsLeadership skills

Required

Master's degree in Communication or Theatre, with at least eighteen (18) graduate credit hours in the other discipline, as required by the Higher Learning Commission (HLC)

Experience in theatre production, instructional excellence, and program development

Strong organizational and leadership skills

Commitment to community engagement

Willingness to live in Carlsbad, New Mexico, or the surrounding area close enough to commute