Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Theatre and Performance

Job Requisition:

JR101511

Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Theatre and Performance (Open)

Job Posting Title:

Visiting Assistant Teaching Professor of Theatre and Performance Department:

CC00088 WM001

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Theatre & Performance Job Family:

Faculty

• Non-Tenure Track (Less than 12 months)

Worker Sub-Type:

Fixed Term (requires end date

• benefited) (Fixed Term)

Job Requisition Primary Location:

Phi Beta Kappa Hall Primary Job Posting Location:

Phi Beta Kappa Hall Job Description Summary:

The Department of Theatre and Performance at William & Mary, a public university of the Commonwealth of Virginia, invites applications for a 2-year, non-tenure track Visiting Teaching Professor instructional position that will begin August 10, 2026. We seek an individual with expertise in Performance, Theatre Studies, and Direction. The successful applicant will be expected to be an effective teacher and will have a [3-3] teaching load. Teaching may be required for courses in Playwrighting, Acting, and Dramaturgy, as well as topics such as Feminist Theory or Shakespeare, depending on the candidate's specialty.

Job Description:

Required Qualifications:

A Master's degree. Demonstrated experience as a performing artist with an active performance portfolio. Ability to teach compelling courses in any of the following areas: Playwrighting, Acting, and/or Dramaturgy, Feminist Theory and/or Shakespeare. Ability to teach other performance courses, and to contribute to acting curriculum using contemporary/recent training that relates to performance pedagogy Ability to contribute to departmental productions as displayed through sample syllabi, teaching evaluations, directing credits, production roles, diversity of course offerings, etc.

Preferred Qualifications:

An MFA or Ph.D. or ABD is preferred at the time appointment begins (August 10, 2026). Previous teaching experience. Demonstrated experience as a theatre director with active and ongoing industry work.

Conditions of Employment:

This position may require additional hours beyond the typical work week, including occasional overnight and weekend work as needed to meet the business needs of the operation. This is a restricted position, subject to the term in which it is assigned and hired. Applicants must apply online at https://go.wm.edu/VphZB3. All applications must consist of the following materials for full consideration; (Please note: No more than 5 individual documents may be uploaded into the upload field provided. Each individual file must not exceed a size limit of 5MB. if necessary, candidates can compress multiple files into individual zip files for upload): Curriculum vitae, Cover letter; A statement of teaching interests that describes your approach to teaching and mentoring and that may also incorporate a discussion of how your past scholarly work informs your approach; Evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., course evaluations, student feedback, awards, peer reviews, syllabi) Evidence of theatre performance and/or directing experience (e.g., production reviews, participant testimonials, digital artifacts); and [Optional] A reference page with the contact information (including names, email addresses, and phone numbers) for three references. Applicants are encouraged to reflect on teaching and mentoring practices that advance academic excellence and success of all learners/scholars in theatre in any of the aforementioned required documents. Candidates who reach the short-list (Zoom) interview stage will be prompted to submit online the names and email addresses of three references who will be contacted by the system with instructions for how to submit a letter of reference. For full consideration, submit application materials by the initial review date, 4/25/2026. All required supplemental application materials mentioned above must be clearly identified and included with your application for full consideration. Review of applications is ongoing. Applications received after the initial review date will be considered if needed. Information on the degree programs in the Department of Theatre and Performance may be found at https://www.wm.edu/majorsminors/theatre-performance/. Benefits William & Mary offers our full-time employees a full array of benefits including retirement, health insurance with options for expanded dental and vision along with group and optional life insurance with coverage for spouse and children, flexible spending accounts, and an EAP (Employee Assistance Program). Our employees enjoy additional university benefits such as educational assistance, professional development, wellness benefits, and a robust holiday schedule. All employees have access to fitness facilities on campus. Staff members also have access to the university libraries, and much more. To learn more, go to: https://www.wm.edu/offices/uhr/benefits/index.php?type=none

Additional Job Description:

Job Profile:

JP0740

• Instructor (Less than 12 months) NTE
• Exempt
• Salary
• S99

Qualifications:

Compensation Grade:

S99

Recruiting Start Date:

2026-03-26

Review Date:

2026-04-25

Position Restrictions:

Restricted Term EEO is the Law. Applicants can learn more about William & Mary's status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the "Know Your Rights" poster published by the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.

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Background Check:

William & Mary is committed to providing a safe campus community. W&M conducts background investigations for applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include reference checks, a criminal history record check, and when appropriate, a financial (credit) report or driving history check.

Remote Work Disclaimer:

Remote work eligibility is not guaranteed and is subject to approval. Employee eligibility depends on the likelihood of the employee succeeding in a remote work arrangement and the supervisor's ability to manage remote workers. Departments and/or Human Resources may amend, alter, change, delete, or modify eligibility. William & Mary and the Virginia Institute of Marine Science (VIMS) are vibrant, innovative and engaged communities and we are delighted about your interest in a career with us.