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Job:

Adjunct Lecturer, Theatre

The Theatre Department at Barnard College seeks a part-time instructor to teach the following undergraduate course during the the 2026-2027 academic year.

Job Description:

Fall 2026

THTR UN3147 CHOREOGRAPHING THE AMERICAN MUSICAL

This course examines the history and development of American musical theater dance beginning in 1866 with The Black Crook and traces the genre’s evolution through a variety of theatrical venues including: spectacle, vaudeville, and revues. A primary focus of the course is the period known as “The Golden Age” of the American musical (1943-1964). In addition, the craft and methodology of musical theater dance creation will be analyzed. Late twentieth century into the new millennium is considered in relation to shifting choreographic trends and the ongoing evolution of the genre.

Pay Rate: $14,000

Exact instructional assignments and other academic responsibilities are determined by the Chair.

Skills, Qualifications & Requirements:

Required Qualifications

Advanced degree in a related discipline and college-level teaching experience as an instructor of record.

Application Requirements

Only complete applications submitted via Workday will be considered. Applicants are required to upload the following documents:

Barnard College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Barnard does not discriminate due to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender and/or gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability, or any other legally protected basis, and to the extent permitted by law. Qualified candidates of diverse ethnic and racial backgrounds are encouraged to apply for vacant positions at all levels.

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the College's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Company:

Barnard College

Time Type:

Part time