About Us As a comprehensive institution of the University System of Georgia, Valdosta State University (VSU) is a welcoming, aware, and vibrant community founded on and dedicated to serving our communities' rich and diverse heritages. Through excellence in teaching, basic and applied research, and service, VSU provides rigorous programs and opportunities that enrich our students, our university, and our region. As such, the VSU mission consists of three interrelated parts that includes a student mission, university mission and regional mission. The university is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity and citizenship. As members of this community and proud Blazers we strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University, as stated in the Blazer Creed and reflected in our commitment to the University System of Georgia's Core Values. Blazer Creed Valdosta State University is a learning environment based on trust and mutual respect in which open dialogue, vigorous debate, and the free exchange of ideas are welcome. The University is equally dedicated to the core values of community, including a commitment to practice civility, integrity, and citizenship. As members of this community, and proud Blazers, we will strive to uphold these core values for the advancement of the University. Civility
- A Blazer shows courtesy and compassion as well as respect for the dignity of every human being. Integrity
- Each Blazer is responsible for his or her own actions, and our community is stronger when we contemplate the context of our decisions and uphold the principles of trust and honesty. Citizenship
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As a Blazer, we pledge to uphold the core principles of Civility, Integrity, and Citizenship . Job Summary The Department of Theatre, Dance and Media seeks applicants for a non-tenure track faculty position for the 2026-2027 Academic Year beginning August 1, 2026, and ending May 10, 2027. Appointment rank will be Assistant Professor. The selected candidate will be responsible for teaching courses in the candidate's area of expertise in the Dance program as well as provide service to the department, college, and University. The College of the Arts includes the Department of Art & Design, the Department of Music, and the Department of Theatre, Dance and Media. The College of the Arts is also home to the award-winning Valdosta Symphony Orchestra and the Peach State Summer Theatre, designated as the Official Musical Theatre of the State of Georgia. VSU is accredited by NASAD, NASM, and NAST. With ~80 faculty/staff members and approximately 700 students, the College offers a comprehensive range of undergraduate and graduate degree programs. For more information, https://www.valdosta.edu/coa.
REQUESTED MATERIALS CV
Cover Letter Transcripts Portfolio of Choreographic or Performance Work (website is acceptable) List of references (3-5) Review of application will begin July 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled. For more information contact Ian Andersen, Interim Department Head, via email igandersen@valdosta.edu or phone 229-333-7330. Based on the recent
Proclamation:
Restriction on Entry of Certain Nonimmigrant Workers (H-1B) , VSU will not be sponsoring any new H-1B visa petitions until further notice. Responsibilities Department Summary This position will be responsible for teaching 4 undergraduate courses per semester in fall and spring. Courses may include but are not limited to: Introduction to Dance (Dance Appreciation); Dance movement courses in at least two areas of proficiency (such as ballet, jazz, contemporary, tap, world dance forms, and/or social dance); Additional responsibilities include creating concert dance choreography and mentoring students in the collaborative rehearsal process. LTF/Assistant Professors are expected to make contributions to the Program and Department including student mentoring and departmental service.
Typical Allocation of Duties :
Teaching and scholarship
- 80% Teaches classes and conducts/presents research in the employee's academic discipline. Service
- 20% Participates in service at the department, college, and university levels.
Required Qualifications Master's degree in Dance or closely related field completed by appointment date 08/01/2026 Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching and learning Preferred Qualifications Terminal degree (M.F.A.) in Dance (or an appropriately related field and/or extensive experience in professional dance performance/choreography) Qualifications/experience teaching Dance History and Pedagogy A record of effective teaching appropriate to the applicant's career stage Ability to work effectively in a collaborative setting A record of mentoring students of diverse backgrounds and training Proposed Salary Commensurate with experience USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 25 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct. Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653. Conditions of Employment Applicants are required to provide: professional references with current contact information documentation of academic credentials employment history Please note that during the search process, VSU reserves the right to: ask candidates who will serve in Positions of Trust to disclose criminal record history during the initial screening process and prior to a conditional offer of employment, view social media outlets, and remove job postings without additional notification.
Employment is contingent upon:
successful completion of a background check investigation, including a criminal background check reference checks Employment may also be contingent upon the job-based requirements if applicable for your position: satisfactory credit check successful completion of a Motor Vehicle Report (MVR) pre-employment drug testing confirmation of credentials After initial hiring, employees will be required to successfully complete all of the following training: New employee orientation
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USG Ethics Policy Conflict of Interest/Outside Activities Policy Drug Free Workplace Sexual Misconduct and Title IX Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) Motor Vehicle Policy Workers Compensation (new hires) Georgia Open Records Act (new hires) USG Cybersecurity Training (required twice yearly) Job-specific training such as: FMLA and Worker's Compensation, Budget Manager training, Purchasing Training (ePro & PCard), and Defensive Driving Equal Employment Opportunity Valdosta State University is an equal opportunity educational institution. It is not the intent of the institution to discriminate against any applicant for admission or any student or employee of the institution based on the age, sex, race, religion, color, national origin, disability, or sexual orientation of the individual. Background Check Standard Accommodations If you are a qualified individual with a disability, you may request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to access job openings, apply for a job on this site, or participate in the search process as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by contacting Catherine Wills, in the Office of Human Resources at croark@valdosta.edu. Clery Disclosure The Jeanne Clery Campus Safety Act requires institutions of higher education to publish an Annual Security and Fire Safety Report (ASFSR). The ASFSR includes crime statistics for the three previous calendar years of reported crimes that occurred on campus; in or on certain non-campus buildings or property owned or controlled by our institution; and on public property within, or immediately adjacent to and accessible from, the campus. The report also includes institutional policies concerning campus security, alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and fire safety policies and statistics. The ASFSR is published annually by October 1 and is available online at: https://www.valdosta.edu/administration/finance-admin/police/documents/2025-asfr-final-draft-aa.docx.pdf. You may request a paper copy of the report by emailing openrecords@valdosta.edu.
