Florida Gulf Coast University

Florida Gulf Coast University

Assistant Professor, Theatre Directing

Main Campus, USA

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About the role

  • Florida Gulf Coast University is a comprehensive university dedicated to quality education, research, and service.
  • Teaching assignments may be on the main campus or at off-campus sites within our region.
  • If you thrive in an environment of innovation, accountability and mutual respect, you will find a good home here.

Responsibilities

  • Lead with integrity; consistently produce high-quality work; persevere to overcome obstacles to meet deadlines and achieve deliverables.
  • Share information and insights thoughtfully; build partnerships across departments; communicate respectfully; support colleagues to achieve common goals.
  • As Assistant Professor of Theatre Directing, a successful candidate will teach at the undergraduate level; be involved in course and/or curriculum development; conduct research/scholarship; participate on College and University committees and/or initiatives; serve as one of the stage directors for our theatre season; and perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • ABD will be considered if degree is conferred by August 7, 2027.

Nice to have

  • One or more years of university or college teaching experience.
  • Five or more years experience as a professional stage director.
  • Experience as a director at the college and/or professional level.
  • Experience directing musical theatre.
  • Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities:

Skills

  • Knowledge of major concepts, assumptions, debates, processes of inquiry, and ways of knowing that are central to the discipline(s).
  • Understanding how to use digital and interactive technologies for efficiently and effectively achieving specific learning goals.
  • Knowledge and skill in the use of inquiry-based instructional models and strategies.
  • Knowledge and ability to use technology in various teaching modalities (e.g. Face-to-face, synchronous online or asynchronous online).
  • Proven ability to think strategically and approach challenges with creativity.
  • Demonstrated track record of reliability, meeting goals, and holding oneself accountable.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and experience working effectively across teams.
  • Utilizes the University's learning management system and other instructional technologies effectively.

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