Lecturer, Department of Fine Arts (Dance)

Lecturer, Department of Fine Arts (Dance) Saint Anselm College - 4.1 Manchester, NH Job Details Part-time 4 hours ago Qualifications Teaching visual & performing arts Student mentoring Mid-level Master's degree Teaching arts Dance Bachelor's degree University teaching experience Dancing Classroom Teaching Teaching Full Job Description The Fine Arts Department at Saint Anselm College, a Roman Catholic undergraduate liberal arts college in the Benedictine tradition in Manchester, NH invites applications for a part-time faculty position in Dance to begin August 2026. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate-level dance courses with a focus on Jazz and Contemporary techniques, while contributing to a collaborative and student-centered learning environment. The Dance Program at Saint Anselm College is a new and growing initiative committed to cultivating creativity, confidence, and critical thinking through movement. Students engage with diverse styles, professional-level training, and performance opportunities within a liberal arts environment. The ideal candidate will bring both technical expertise and a strong pedagogical approach to developing dancers at the college level. This position is ideal for an educator and artist who is passionate about teaching, mentorship, and contributing to a dynamic collegiate dance environment. Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, evidence of teaching ability (teaching philosophy, sample syllabi), links to performance and/or teaching reels (if available) and academic transcripts to the attention of Dr. Sean Parr, Department Chair, via the college website. Three letters of recommendation are required and should be submitted in PDF format via email to the department faculty assistant, Karen Boivin at ( ). Applications should be received by May 22 for full consideration.

Required Skills:

A Bachelor's in Dance or a related field is required, a Master's degree is preferred. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level. Demonstrated proficiency in multiple dance styles, including Jazz and Contemporary is required.

Required Experience:

Teaching experience at the undergraduate level is preferred. Applicants with experience as teachers at the pre-professional, or studio level preferred. Teaching experience at the undergraduate level is preferred. Successful candidates will be able to assist the college in advancing its mission and strategic priorities , which includes institution-wide diversity and inclusiveness .