Theatre Arts Instructor [Faculty Part-Time Pool]

Clackamas Community College (CCC) seeks to hire a (part-time)Theatre Arts Instructors available for assignments during the academic year 2024-2025. Applications are considered throughout the academic year and reviewed based on department need. Should a review of your application result in the intent to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email for an interview.

We are interested in finding the best candidate for the job, and candidates that may be from a less traditional background. We welcome applicants who bring a diversity of identity, culture, experience, perspective, and thought. We encourage you to apply, even if you do not believe you meet every one of the qualifications described.

The Communication and Theatre Arts Department at Clackamas Community College seeks a part-time theatre instructor to teach acting and play production classes.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

1. Instructs students in a classroom. Provides student contact before and after class and by telephone, video conferencing, scheduled meetings or email exchanges during office hours where facilities and schedules permit.
2. Books tickets at local theatre productions and accompanies students to productions on Thursday evenings.
3. Prepares, distributes and utilizes instructional support materials, include course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate; incorporates the latest classroom technology when available and appropriate to instructional activities.
4. Structures classes and curriculum to correspond with the overall program objectives; prepares clear objectives for students for each course.
5. Understands, develops and provides a learning environment that supports diversity and incorporates sensitivity to diversity within the college community.
6. Responsible for classroom and departmental equipment and provides for the security of facilities and instructional materials as appropriate.
7. Understands and abides by college policies and regulations and other policies, procedures and materials as required by the college, departments or divisions.
8. Convenes classes on time and as scheduled.
9. Maintains evaluation and grading records for assigned students; enters grades and provides all necessary documentation for incompletes within established college timelines and guidelines.
10. Ensures and emphasizes safe working and classroom conditions and practices.
11. May direct aides and work study students as assigned.
12. Understands and uses the college's computer system.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• Master's degree in theatre or its sub-disciplines OR a bachelor's degree in theatre and 5 years of professional theatre experience.
• Advanced college writing skills.
• Must be available Thursday evenings to lead class.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:

• MFA or PhD in Theatre or its sub-disciplines.
• Documented teaching experience at the college or university level.
• Experience directing theatrical productions.
• Experience with online learning systems, such as Moodle.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS OF POSITION:

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Works under the general direction of the Department Chair and/or Dean.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

When applying for this position, you will be required to complete the NeoGov application and attach the following electronic documents.
    1.  Resume
    2. Cover Letter explaining your interest in the position and describing how you meet the minimum and special qualifications and requirements of the position.

   3. Unofficial Transcripts (Upon hire, candidate will be required to provide official transcript(s) for degree(s) earned, if applicable.)
    4. If applicable: Veteran’s Preference documentation 

Any applications which do not have the required documents attached will be considered incomplete. Incomplete applications will not be considered. CCC makes employment decisions based solely on the candidate's demonstrated competencies as related to successful performance in the position.

VETERANS' PREFERENCE:

Applicants are eligible to use Veteran's Preference when applying with Clackamas Community College in accordance with ORS 408.225, 408.230 and 408.235; and OAR 105-040-0010 and 105-040-0015. Military personnel who expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status on this job application, may also request preference. Preference will only be given if the applicant meets the minimum qualifications and any special qualifications for the position and electronically attach the required documentation at the time of application.   

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

• MEMBER COPY 4 of the Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (DD Form 214 or 215) – OR – Letter from the US Dept. of Veterans Affairs indicating a non-service connected pension.
• Disabled Veterans must also submit a copy of their Veterans disability preference letter from the Department of Veterans Affairs.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

• All positions at CCC are required to be available for work onsite as requested by the college.
• Requires flexible work schedule to meet program needs, which may include evenings and/or weekends.
• CCC employees must reside within 50 miles of the Oregon City, Harmony or Wilsonville campus as a condition of employment.
• CCC does not sponsor employment work permits or visas.
• Providing false information will result in rejection of an application, employment offer or dismissal.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:

CCC is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected class.

Salary : $42 - $84