Job Description
Assistant/Associate Adjunct Faculty in Theatre (THTR 259) Tech Lab: Props
Location: Moraga, CA
Open Date: Oct 29, 2024
Deadline: Nov 12, 2024 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time
Description:Founded in 1863, Saint Mary's is a residential campus nestled 20 miles east of San Francisco in the picturesque Moraga Valley. Based in the Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts traditions, Saint Mary's currently enrolls more than 4,000 students from diverse backgrounds in undergraduate and graduate programs. The De La Salle Christian Brothers, the largest teaching order of the Roman Catholic Church, guide the spiritual and academic character of the College.
As a comprehensive and independent institution, Saint Mary's offers undergraduate and graduate programs integrating liberal and professional education. Saint Mary's reputation for excellence, innovation and responsiveness in education stems from its vibrant heritage as a Catholic, Lasallian and Liberal Arts institution. An outstanding, committed faculty and staff that value shared inquiry, integrative learning and student interaction bring these traditions to life in the 21st century. The College is committed to the educational benefits of diversity.
Saint Mary's seeks a per-course adjunct faculty member for its Technial Lab series (THTR 259). In Spring 2025, the course topic is Props.
Wednesdays, 3:20 - 4:35 pm
Course Description:
Tech Lab: Variable Topic offers introductory hands-on training in technical theatre/design skills not otherwise specified in the course catalog. For Spring ‘25, the topic is Props.
As an introduction to the craft of creating props for the stage and screen, each student will gain skills and knowledge in areas including, but not limited to: building, research, design, budgeting, and creative problem solving as they relate to props. In addition to weekly class meetings, students will have assigned readings and hands on assignments addressing the areas noted above.
The course will be taught in person, on the Moraga campus.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications: An advanced degree in Technical Production or a related field, expertise in the techniques described above, and at least 3 years of experience working with undergraduate students. The successful candidate will have experience in a culturally diverse classroom setting, the ability to create a student-centered, interactive and collaborative learning environment, and a strong commitment to undergraduate liberal arts education.
Candidates must reside in California.
Salary: $2,482 - $3,436 depending on qualifications
The salary range for this position is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the College and SEIU, Local 1021, available here.
To apply, visit https://apply.interfolio.com/150786
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