Job Description

Job Title: Faculty in Theater (Bard High School Early College Manhattan)

Bard High School Early College Manhattan (BHSEC) invites applications for a full-time Theater faculty position for the spring 2023 semester.  We seek a teacher-artist who is passionate about theater, creative in engaging students, and dedicated to working with adolescents. The successful applicant will be able to teach high school theater courses and direct a theater production every semester.  The initial appointment is for the spring semester with the possibility of renewal for the 2023-2024 academic year.

This full-time position provides the opportunity to work with a dedicated faculty of scholars, scientists and artists, most of whom hold terminal degrees in their fields.  In their four years here, BHSEC students earn an associate of arts (A.A.) degree from Bard College in addition to a New York State high school diploma.  The academic program emphasizes small class size, seminar-style discussion and a commitment to teaching a diverse student body in a liberal arts environment.  More information about BHSEC is available here.

Location: Bard High School Early College in New York City, NY

Compensation: $60-$100K/annum based on professional experience and highest degree earned

Start Date: January 30, 2023.

Responsibilities

• Teach theater courses for 9th and 10th grade students
• Teach a theater production course for college students culminating in the performance of a full-length play
• Coach students in preparation for college and/or extracurricular auditions
• Maintain the school’s inventory of costumes, props, and set pieces
• Contribute to the life of the community, including advising students and serving on committees

 Qualifications:

• Established record of professional activity and accomplishment in theater
• PhD or relevant terminal degree in performing arts
• College level and/or high school teaching and directing experience
• Interest in working with high school age students who are completing a college-level course of study is desired
• Strong commitment to equity and social justice and desire to open up opportunities for underrepresented students
• Understanding of cultural difference and ways of uplifting ideas from underrepresented groups to improve the equity balance in education

 Application Instructions:

To apply, please:

1. click: on the “Apply Now” button found through the Interfolio job application link provided here:  http://apply.interfolio.com/119819

2. upload:·  

• Letter of interest (including a description of a proposed elective course)
• CV
• Contact information for three references
• Teaching and artistic portfolio including recent syllabi and a sample assignment

All materials must be submitted electronically. 

REVIEW OF APPLICATIONS TO BEGIN IMMEDIATELY. 

Inquiries:

If you have any questions about the position, please reach out to Dean of Academic Life, William H. Hinrichs,

wh*******@bh***.edu











.  Include your name and “Spring 2023 Theater Search” in the subject line. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Bard High School Early College is an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from those who contribute to our diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, mental, or physical disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, familial status, veteran status, or genetic information.

Bard is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for all individuals in employment practices, services, programs, and activities.

How to Apply

1. click: on the “Apply Now” button found through the Interfolio job application link provided here:  http://apply.interfolio.com/119819

2. upload:·  

• Letter of interest (including a description of a proposed elective course)
• CV
• Contact information for three references
• Teaching and artistic portfolio including recent syllabi and a sample assignment             

Job Categories: Equal Opportunities. Job Types: Full-Time. Job Tags: acting, college students, cultural difference, DEI, Diversity, drama, dual enrollment, equal opportunity, Equity, High school students, inclusion, performance studies, physical education, physical health, theater, theatre, and visual art. Salaries: Not Disclosed.

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