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Northern Kentucky University

Part-time Instructor, School of the Arts

Pay: Not specified

Posted: 06/28/2026

Location: Highland Heights, KY (Onsite)

Last Updated: 6 hours ago

Hours: Part-Time

Expires: 10/16/2026

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A Drama Teacher teaches dramatic art skills to elementary and secondary school students. Commonly produces plays, helps direct productions, and instructs and aids students in acting, costuming, lighting, stage management and set design. Usually requires previous theatre experience.

$45,940 / year median in Kentucky

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Part-time Instructor, School of the Arts Northern Kentucky University - 4.0 Highland Heights, KY Job Details Part-time 8 hours ago Qualifications Teaching visual & performing arts Working with post-secondary students Student supervision Grade entry Gradebook management Learning technology Student mentoring Mid-level Syllabus development University course instructional design Laboratory sessions (educational delivery method) Classroom Teaching Canvas LMS software Specialization in creative arts instruction

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Part-time Instructor, School of the Arts ‌

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The School of the Arts (SOTA) at Northern Kentucky University (NKU) invites applications for its ongoing pool of part-time instructors across a range of disciplines within the School of the Arts, including Art & Design, Music, Theatre & Dance, and other related areas as instructional needs arise. We seek passionate and skilled artist-educators, practitioners, and scholars who are committed to excellence in teaching and mentoring students. Successful candidates will demonstrate expertise in their field and a dedication to fostering student learning, creativity, and engagement in both introductory and advanced coursework. Part-time faculty may be considered for teaching assignments in a variety of subject areas depending on departmental needs and candidate qualifications. Courses may include studio, performance, lecture, seminar, laboratory, or technology-based instruction. While there is no specific position associated with this posting at this time, applications will be used to build and maintain a qualified pool of instructors for future part-time teaching opportunities within the School of the Arts. Appointments are made on an as-needed basis and are contingent upon enrollment, funding, and programmatic needs. ‌ Teaching responsibilities involve: Teaching a two or three-contact hour course during scheduled course times. Creating a syllabus with a timeline of classes for students. Providing times to meet students outside of class (office hours; virtual or face-to-face). Managing course content for students through Canvas Managing mid-term and final grades though the MyNKU online grading system. Please submit your CV ‌