Classical Ballet Instructor

University of South Carolina, United States

Updated: about 22 hours ago
Location: Columbia, SOUTH CAROLINA
Job Type: FullTime
Deadline: ;

Posting Summary


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Posting Number FAC00057PO24
Advertised Title Classical Ballet Instructor
Campus Columbia
College/Division College of Arts and Sciences
Department CAS Theatre and Dance
Advertised Salary Range We offer a competitive salary and benefits package
Location of Vacancy
Part/Full Time Full Time
Hours per Week 40
Position Category Full-time Equivalent (FTE)
Basis 9 months
Work County Richland
Tenure Information Professional Track
Job Search Category Faculty


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Position Description


Advertised Job Summary
The faculty of the Betsy Blackmon Dance Program at the University of South Carolina, Columbia campus, invites applications for a full time, professional-track position at the rank of instructor to begin August 16, 2024. The position is a 9-month appointment with a teaching load of 8 courses for the academic year. This is an annual appointment that may be renewed contingent upon Dean’s approval, satisfactory performance, departmental needs, and the availability of funding.
The instructor will teach all levels of classical ballet technique and pointe technique. Choreographing for departmental concerts and mentoring student choreography showcase performances may also be considered a course assignment. Secondary expertise in teaching contemporary, modern, dance history, jazz, tap, hip-hop, introduction to dance, and/or dance studies/theory is also desired. Instructor should display a collaborative spirit with a strong commitment to creating and maintaining healthy and supportive educational spaces.
Required Education and Experience
Candidates must have MFA in Dance or commensurate professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications
Preferred qualifications include one (1) or more years related experience teaching at a college/university level, professional dance experience, experience choreographing at the collegiate or professional level, and a strong record of creative and/or scholarly activities.


Posting Detail Information


Desired Start Date 08/16/2024
Job Open Date 03/18/2024
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicant
All applicants must apply online at USCJobs at https://uscjobs.sc.edu.
Required application documents:
  • Cover letter that describes their research and teaching interests, relevant experiences, and teaching philosophy.
  • Curriculum vitae; or resume.
  • Names, email addresses, and phone numbers for three references.
  • Additional materials such as letters of recommendation will be requested at a later date.


Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Please contact Jennifer Deckert ([email protected] ), Search Committee Chair, for questions or further information.
This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
Quicklink for Posting https://uscjobs.sc.edu/postings/165696
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