Job Description

Adjunct Instructor, School of Dance (Multiple Positions) Posting Number req27360 Department School of Dance Department Website Link https://dance.arizona.edu/ Medical Sub-Speciality Location Tucson Campus Address Tucson, AZ USA Position Highlights

The University of Arizona School of Dance seeks Part-Time Adjunct Instructor(s) beginning January 13, 2027.

As a nationally recognized dance program at a public research university, we welcome applicants with expertise across a broad spectrum of dance and movement practices. We are particularly seeking candidates with expertise in Pilates, with additional experience in one or more of the following areas welcomed: Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Ballroom, Tap, Pointe, Choreography, yoga, and other related movement practices.

The successful candidate will teach studio practice and/or lecture courses within their area(s) of expertise and may have opportunities to create performance or choreographic work. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to student-centered teaching and contribute to the mission and academic community of the University of Arizona School of Dance.

The School of Dance fosters a student-centered learning environment that encourages problem-solving, critical thinking, and conceptual analysis skills. We maintain a unique focus on performance, choreography, and pedagogy to prepare students for professional careers. The School of Dance is part of the Arizona Arts division, which serves as a gateway to visual and performing arts experiences, programs, and assets on the University of Arizona (U of A) campus. We seek a candidate who aligns with the core values of the university and has a commitment to learning for all with a devotion to the arts.

We respectfully acknowledge the University of Arizona is on the land and territories of Indigenous peoples. Today, Arizona is home to 22 federally recognized tribes, with Tucson being home to the O’odham and the Yaqui. The University strives to build sustainable relationships with sovereign Native Nations and Indigenous communities through education offerings, partnerships, and community service.

Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Duties & Responsibilities

• Teach all levels of studio courses, with primary consideration given to candidates with expertise in Pilates. Additional areas may include Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Ballroom, Tap, Choreography, Ballet/Pointe, and related dance and movement practices.
• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students through studio instruction, choreographic processes, and academic or professional development.
• Teach courses within the candidate’s area(s) of expertise, which may include:
• - Dance Technique/Studio Courses, including Pilates, Jazz, Modern, Contemporary, Ballroom, Tap, Choreography, and Ballet/Pointe.
• - Choreographic Pedagogy and Mentoring
• - Improvisational Forms
• - Music and Dance Collaboration
• - Business/Careers in Dance
• - Dance History, including non-Western histories
• - General Education and Academic Lecture Courses, in-person and/or online
• - Dance Technology and Digital Media

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated ability to implement innovative pedagogies and effective classroom strategies that foster meaningful and impactful learning experiences.
• Ability to cultivate an engaged, collaborative, and supportive learning environment that encourages personal growth and artistic development.
• Strong pedagogical, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated expertise and professional experience in Pilates and/or other relevant dance or movement practices.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s degree in Dance or related discipline or Equivalent Professional Dance Experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience teaching dance in an academic setting or intensive dance training environment.
• Master's degree in Dance or related discipline or Equivalent Professional Dance Experience.

Rank Instructor Tenure Information Adjunct (NTE) FLSA Exempt Full Time/Part Time Part Time Number of Hours Worked per Week 4 - 19.6 Job FTE 0.10 - 0.49 Work Calendar Academic Job Category Faculty Benefits Eligible No Benefits Rate of Pay DOE Compensation Type Per Course Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive) Number of Vacancies 2 Target Hire Date Expected End Date 5/23/2027 Contact Information for Candidates Elizabeth George | egeorge@arizona.edu

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Tamara Dyke-Compton | tdykecompton@arizona.edu Open Date 10/14/2026 Open Until Filled Yes Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document Special Instructions to Applicant Please submit your Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter and one teaching video. The teaching video should show you working with advanced or intermediate dancers.

Video should demonstrate ability to deliver:

1. An effective warm up.
2. Informed corrections and communication skills.
3. Movement exercises that are appropriate to the level.
4. A progression and adaptation of content that is made clear to students and evident to the review committee.

Video may be edited to show examples of the four criteria above. Please include a URL link in your submission.

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