Assistant Professor of Theatre Education and Applied Theatre | The University of Texas at Arlington - Military Veterans

Job Summary: The Theatre Arts and Dance Department at the University of Texas at Arlington seeks a tenure-track professor in theatre education and applied theatre. In addition to heading applied theatre efforts, the successful candidate will be a specialist with experience in one or more performance practice areas such as but not limited to: dance, acting, devising, dramaturgy, playwriting, directing, or musical theatre. This role includes teaching the core Theatre Arts Teaching Lab course to majors in our Theatre Education program, launching in 2025; advising theatre education students; placement and supervision of student teaching; and other faculty service as assigned. This colleague will also maintain an active research practice in scholarship and/or creative activity related to theatre education or cognate areas. Required: PhD or MFA in Theatre Education, Theatre, Dance, or related field. Experience in public or private school teaching at the elementary and/or secondary level. Current Texas state K-12 teaching Licensure is required before the start date of September 1, 2025. Preferred: university teaching experience. Practical applied theatre experience as a teaching artist in theatres and/or community organizations. In accordance with USCIS regulations, successful applicants must be legally able to accept work in the United States. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. Essential Duties: Head applied theatre efforts. Teach core Theatre Arts Teaching Lab course to majors in our Theatre Education program, launching in 2025. Advise theatre education students. Place and supervise student teachers. Other faculty service as assigned. Maintain an active research practice in scholarship and/or creative activity related to theatre education or cognate areas. Required Qualifications: Experience in one or more performance practice areas such as but not limited to: dance, acting, devising, dramaturgy, playwriting, directing, or musical theatre. PhD or MFA in Theatre Education, Theatre, Dance, or related field. Experience in public or private school teaching at the elementary and/or secondary level. Current Texas state K-12 teaching Licensure is required before the start date of September 1, 2025. Preferred Qualifications: University teaching experience. Practical applied theatre experience as a teaching artist in theatres and/or community organizations. Special Instructions: To apply applicants should go to https://uta.peopleadmin.com/postings/29767 and submit the following materials: Required Documents: Curriculum Vitae Cover Letter Contact information for 3 references Optional Documents: Unofficial Transcripts Link to professional website Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Questions may be addressed to Austin Eyer at austin.eyer@uta.edu . For more information about UTA , please visit: http://www.uta.edu/uta . EEO Statement: It is the policy of The University of Texas at Arlington ( UTA or The University) to provide an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. In accordance with federal and state law, the University prohibits unlawful discrimination, including harassment, on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, and/or veteran status. The University also prohibits discrimination on the basis of gender identity, and gender expression. Retaliation against persons who oppose a discriminatory practice, file a charge of discrimination, or testify for, assist in, or participate in an investigative proceeding relating to discrimination is prohibited. Constitutionally-protected expression will not be considered discrimination or harassment under this policy. It is the responsibility of all departments, employees, and students to ensure the University's compliance with this policy. Open Until Filled: Yes Location: Arlington