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Westchester Community College
Adjunct Faculty/Theatre and Acting
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What they do
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.
$47,938 / year median in New York
+12% projected growth
Job Description
Adjunct Faculty/Theatre and Acting About Westchester Community College:
Westchester Community College was founded in 1946 as the New York State Institute of Applied Arts and Sciences in White Plains. In 1957, the County of Westchester bought the 360-acre John Hartford estate in Valhalla and designated 218 acres for the community college. Westchester Community College is more than just the county's largest educational institution. It is a living, breathing part of Westchester that goes beyond the influence of a typical college and affects the lives of all who enter its doors.Job Description:
SUNY Westchester Community College seeks an adjunct instructor with a strong theatre background and the ability to teach introductory courses in Theatre and Acting.Requirements:
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
A Master's degree in Theatre Education or other theatre discipline and one year of practical experience is required.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Prior community college teaching experience is preferred.Additional Information:
POSITION EFFECTIVE
Fall 2026 HOURLYRATE OF PAY
$93.84 per hour. No benefits.Application Instructions:
Applicants interested MUST apply online by submitting a letter expressing interest in this position, a resume/CV, and contact information for three professional references.Please login to:
https://sunywcc.interviewexchange.com/login.jsp in order to check/edit your profile or to upload additional documents. The review of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Westchester Community College provides accessible, high quality and affordable education to meet the needs of our diverse community. We are committed to student success, academic excellence, workforce development, economic development and lifelong learning. The College will provide equal opportunity in all of its employment practices to all persons without unlawful discrimination on the basis of political affiliation, age, race, color, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, arrest or conviction record, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, or use or non-use of lawful products off College premises during nonworking hours, or any other status protected by applicable state or federal law.Benefits
- Dental Insurance