Dance Faculty

Description

AMDA College of the Performing Arts, with campuses in New York City and Hollywood, is one of the foremost post-secondary performing arts colleges in the country. AMDA offers various pathways for students to receive unparalleled performing arts education taught by world-class industry professionals, including Professional Conservatory Certificates as well as undergraduate and graduate degrees (Bachelor of Fine Arts, Bachelor of Arts, Associate of Occupational Studies, Master of Fine Arts and Master of Arts).

AMDA is seeking instructors with experience in any/all styles of dance (ballet, tap, jazz, modern, ballroom, hip-hop, contemporary, and historical/period dance) as they relate to performance mediums for actors, singers, and dancers.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintaining current knowledge in subject matter areas as it relates to various disciplines of Commercial or Concert Dance
• Providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules
• Evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and grading student work
• Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics both online and in-person
• Fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member
• Maintaining accurate academic records
• Utilizing online classrooms and sustaining student engagement via Canvas
• Consistent communication and accurate reporting
  
  

Qualifications

• Master's degree (preferred) or Bachelor’s degree (required) in a related field; commensurate performance/professional experience may be considered
• Candidates should have relevant teaching experience in a higher education setting
• Experience with Canvas LMS preferred
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning both in-person and online
  
  

Performance Credentials

• AMDA differentiates itself from other performing arts colleges by having students learn from "working faculty." Applicants must have performance experience within the industry; preference will be given to instructors with recent / current performance credits.
• Experience with a variety of styles, and periods, is a plus.
  
  

Position Information

• The regular schedule for this role is based on department needs.
• The pay range for this position is $40/hour - $60/hour. For administrative and tasks assigned or approved outside of classroom teaching hours will be paid at a standard hourly rate of $35.
• This position is subject to a background check upon a conditional offer of employment and a reference check.
• This is a fully in person role.
  
  

Diversity And Qualifications

AMDA is fully committed to diversity, inclusivity, and equity throughout the teaching and learning process. We encourage applications from individuals who have extensive experience working with students from diverse backgrounds.

Successful candidates will have a sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of our students, including disabilities that may affect students' development and learning styles.

Members of traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

AMDA provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment in which no person is subjected to discrimination or harassment on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age, disability, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including, but not limited to, recruiting, hiring, placement, supervision, promotion, working conditions, termination, layoff, demotion, transfer, compensation, and training.