Spring 2025 Position: Graduate Adjunct
(1 position available)
Course Information: Topics in Performance Studies, PERF-UT 305.001, Thursdays, 1:30pm to 4:30pm
Course Description: “Topics in Performance Studies” is a course that allows for an in-depth exploration of a particular kind of performance practice. For example, in a given iteration, the subtitle might be “Voice and Performance.” In such a course, vocal technique could be examined in the context of a larger consideration of philosophical approaches to the significance of the voice. Or, in an iteration subtitled “Ritual Dance,” the use of movement and choreography for the purposes of worship could be explored from the perspective of diverse belief systems. Students in these “Topics” courses are not expected to be proficient performers themselves of the performance styles under consideration, although some instructors may choose to make practical work an option.
Available Section: PERF-UT 305.001
Period of the Work Assignment: January 21st - May 6th, 2025
Meeting Day and Time: Thursdays, 1:30pm to 4:30pm
Contact Hours: 50.4 (lecture)
Student Enrollment Cap: 17
Rate of Pay: In compliance with NYC’s Pay Transparency Act, the contact hour rate for this position is $214.24. This contact hour rate is based on the collective bargaining agreement with Local 2110.
Instruction Mode: In-Person
Qualifications: PhD student in good academic standing. Matriculated Ph.D. candidates in years three and above at the Department of Performance Studies in good academic standing and previously completed an assignment as a recitation leader within the department. All external applicants must hold a Ph.D. or be an ABD Ph.D. in good academic standing who can demonstrate previous teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level.
Duties:
- Develop and manage syllabus materials. In addition, the adjunct professor is responsible for selecting and compiling tests, assignments, and online discussion exercises that permit measurement of performance relative to learning objectives.
- Facilitate Class Instruction. The adjunct professor is responsible for teaching the assigned class following learning objectives and session plan outlines specified by the Director of Undergraduate Studies.
- Office Hours. Meet with students during a regularly scheduled time to offer additional course assistance and discuss their progress.
- Evaluate Student Performance. The adjunct professor will administer evaluations of student performance based on course deliverables and course rubrics.
- Attend undergraduate faculty meetings and other departmental events as necessary
How to Apply: To apply for an adjunct position within the Department of Performance Studies, please submit your CV, a brief statement of interest, and a 14-week syllabus via this Application form by Monday, June 17th, 2024, 10AM EST.