Acting 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 to teach post-secondary level courses in acting techniques, scene study (classical and contemporary), and directing.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Providing instruction in accordance with established curriculum, course outlines and class schedules
- Creating and maintaining an environment which emphasizes learning, encourages free discussion of ideas and critical thinking
- Evaluating progress of students concerning educational matters and grades student work
- Maintaining appropriate standards of professional conduct and ethics
- Maintaining current knowledge in the subject matter areas
- Fulfilling professional responsibilities of a part-time/temporary faculty member
- Maintaining accurate academic records
Required Qualifications:
- Master's degree, Bachelor's degree, or equivalent professional experience in a related field
- Candidates should have relevant teaching experience in a higher education setting
- An appreciation for the traditions of a performing arts academic setting
- Demonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
- Commitment to diversity; ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
- Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for life-long learning
- Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches with the effective use of technology.
- Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning
- Have sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles
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.
-Providing a learning vehicle for diversity and inclusion content Diversity and Qualifications:
-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' learning styles.
-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.
-Instructors who are members of traditionally underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.
AMDA is proud to be an EOE employer N/F/D/V.
The pay range for this position is $35/hr - $50/hr
For administrative and tasks assigned or volunteered outside of classroom teaching hours will be paid at a standard hourly rate of $25.