Lecturer AY – Theater and New Dance

Join the Department of Theatre & New Dance at Cal Poly Pomona as a Lecturer AY, a full-time position dedicated to delivering high-quality instruction in theater and dance. Located in Pomona, Los Angeles County, you'll teach and mentor students at a leading polytechnic institution within the California State University system, preparing the next generation of theater artists and performers.

About the Role

As a Lecturer AY in Theater and New Dance, you will develop and teach undergraduate and graduate courses, design curriculum that engages students in hands-on creative work, and mentor students in their artistic development. This position is part of the College of Letters, Arts and Social Sciences and supports Cal Poly Pomona's commitment to integrative, experiential learning in the performing arts.

What You'll Do

• Teach multiple theater and dance courses each academic year, adapting instruction to diverse learner needs and abilities
• Design syllabi, assignments, and assessments that promote student engagement and achievement in theater and dance disciplines
• Direct, mentor, and support student productions, performances, or choreographic projects as appropriate to your discipline
• Hold regular office hours and provide academic advising to students majoring or minoring in theater and dance
• Participate actively in department meetings, curriculum planning, and program assessment initiatives
• Contribute to a collaborative, inclusive learning environment that serves students from varied backgrounds
• Stay current with developments in theater and dance pedagogy, practice, and artistic expression

What We're Looking For

• Master's degree or higher in Theater, Dance, or a closely related discipline
• Demonstrated teaching experience at the university level or equivalent professional experience in theater or dance
• Expertise in one or more areas of theater and new dance, such as performance, choreography, playwriting, design, or dramaturgy
• Strong commitment to student-centered, experiential learning and inclusive pedagogical practices
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues across the arts and humanities
• Professional experience in theater or dance performance, production, or creative work

About Cal Poly Pomona

Since 1938, Cal Poly Pomona has prepared students through hands-on learning, critical inquiry, and real-world application. As one of three polytechnic campuses in the CSU system, we prioritize student success through inclusive, experiential education that develops both creative and technical competencies.

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