Faculty / Theatre Director

Mount Aloysius College, repeatedly recognized by ModernThink as a "Great College to Work For," invites applications from highly qualified individuals to join our Arts, Communication Studies, and English Department as an Instructor or Assistant Professor of Theatre/Theatre Director, beginning this summer. Current Opening This open faculty position offers a regular, full-time, 9-month appointment, with primary teaching obligations during the core academic year from August - May. The successful candidate is responsible for a workload of 24 credit hours or equivalent per academic year, will oversee the College's Theatre courses and productions; and recruit high school students who are interested in performing in theatrical productions. Theatre at Mount Aloysius College is a service program, with one dedicated faculty member who is responsible for directing plays and/or musicals each semester. Faculty are expected to have a regular presence on campus to engage with students both inside and outside the classroom. Therefore, this position is required to participate in meetings/committee work, advise students academically, hold regular office hours, and assist with Departmental initiatives, College events and other activities. Mount Aloysius College offers a generous benefits package for full-time employees including but not limited to: medical/health, dental, vision, and life insurance; short-term and long-term disability insurance; Retirement plan match; tuition remission; and an employee assistance program, among others. Minimum Qualifications Terminal degree (MFA or Doctorate in Theatre) required. Faculty rank is dependent on the qualifications of the successful candidate. Three (3) to five (5) years' experience teaching theatre and related courses at the collegiate level strongly preferred. An equivalent combination of applicable teaching experience and education will be considered. Experience using Canvas Learning Management System, or similar LMS preferred. Must have the ability to remain flexible, employ a range of teaching methods, and effectively incorporate technology into the teaching/learning process. Strong interpersonal skills, oral and written communication skills, organizational and record-keeping skills all necessary. The ideal candidate is committed to applying active learning strategies in the classroom and utilizing online/hybrid teaching modalities. This role is not budgeted for visa sponsorship at this time; all candidates must be authorized to work in the US at the time of submission of their application. About Mount Aloysius College Mount Aloysius College ( www.mtaloy.edu ) is a private, comprehensive Catholic college located in Pennsylvania's Laurel Highlands, serving a diverse community of learners. The College has a long history of responding to community needs through relevant academic programs and community service. Mount Aloysius is located on a 193-acre campus in Cresson, PA, Cambria County. Founded in 1853 by the Dublin, Ireland-based Religious Sisters of Mercy, Mount Aloysius is one of 17 such institutions in the United States and is a member of the Conference for Mercy Higher Education (CMHE). The College provides small class sizes, and students benefit from a highly engaged faculty and staff. Commitment to Diversity Mount Aloysius is committed to building an inclusive community that values each person and respects diversity of all kinds - diversity of thought, experience, culture, ethnicity, religion, gender/gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, etc. to create a workplace where everyone participates and is able to contribute their own unique gifts, talents and perspectives. Application Instructions Apply online at http://www.mtaloy.edu/employment-opportunities . All applicants should submit a resume with an accompanying cover letter. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants needing reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process should contact the Office of Human Resources at (814) 886-6519. Mount Aloysius College is an Equal Opportunity Employer