Dance Lecturer

Job Description Summary & Additional Information The University of Maryland, School of Theatre, Dance, and Performance Studies is searching for a 9-month non-tenure eligible lecturer in dance education to begin August 2026. This is a 58%, benefits-eligible appointment with a teaching equivalent of 7 credits in fall semester and 6 credits in spring semester. Summer teaching is required and will be contracted separately. Travel to practicum sites within the State of Maryland is required and a travel stipend will be provided. The initial appointment will be for two years with the possibility of extension. Non-tenure track appointments are renumerated at a per 3-credit rate of $5,231.88 in the first year, with increases thereafter. The workload will be divided between courses and administrative work related to dance education. The lecturer will also provide support to the College Supervisor of the Master's Degree in Dance Education with Certification within the College of Education. We seek candidates whose teaching and service have prepared them to contribute to the four pillars of the

ARHU Strategic Plan:

Transformative Thinking; Boundless Creativity; Expansive Empathy; and Meaningful Futures. Contributions toward those goals and values might include leadership in teaching, mentoring, or service towards building an equitable and inclusive scholarly environment and/or increasing access or participation of all individuals equitably and fairly. Lecturers who teach two or more courses per term are benefits-eligible. This search is contingent upon the availability of funds. Minimum Qualifications MFA in dance or dance education Experience mentoring dance educators in public education Experience teaching developmental movement, arts integration, curriculum development, and assessment. Experience working with a diverse range of faculty, staff, and students, and contributing to a climate of inclusiveness Ability to work collegially and collaboratively across units Preferred Qualifications Experience providing administrative support for educational programming State-level certification in education or certification in progress Teaching experience at the university level Experience teaching somatics, dance technology, and/or dance techniques Application materials: (a) a cover letter that addresses suitability for the position and summarizes relevant experience; (b) a curriculum vitae; (c) names and contact information for three professional references to be contacted after the initial screening of applications.

Best Consideration Date:

5/4/2026

Open Until Filled:

Yes All materials must be uploaded to the University of Maryland webbased employment application system via the University of Maryland's job site: https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMCP by May 4, 2026. UMD will not sponsor the successful candidate for work authorization in the United States now or in the future. Department ARHU-School of Theatre, Dance & Performance Studies Worker Sub-Type Faculty Regular Salary Range $41,855.05 - $45,550.11 (Annual) Background Checks Offers of employment are contingent on completion of a background check. Information reported by the background check will not automatically disqualify anyone from employment. Before any adverse decision, the finalist will have an opportunity to provide information to the University regarding disclosable background check information. The University reserves the right to rescind the offer of employment or otherwise decline or terminate employment if the information reported by the background check is deemed incompatible with the position, regardless of when the background check is completed. Employment Eligibility The successful candidate must complete employment eligibility verification (on Form I-9) by presenting documents that establish identity and work authorization within the timeframe required by federal immigration law, and where applicable, to demonstrate renewed employment authorization. Failure to complete employment eligibility verification or reverification within the timeframe set forth by law may result in suspension or termination of employment. EEO Statement The University of Maryland, College Park is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment. Please read the University's Equal Employment Opportunity Statement of Policy. Title IX Non-Discrimination Notice Resources Learn how military skills translate to civilian opportunities with O•Net Online Search Firm Managed Recruitment There are some positions that are not advertised on this career site as the search is being managed by a Search Firm.