<p>Job Description:</p> <p>Roger Williams University is seeking Adjunct Professors to teach in its Theatre Program. Teaching assignments include classes in acting, design, stagecraft, and stage management. Opportunities to teach literature classes and to direct are also possible.</p> <p>The Theatre Program is part of RWU's Performing and Creative Arts Department and is part of the University's School of Humanities, Arts, and Education. Professors who teach within the Theatre Program most often teach a mixture of majors, minors, and general education students who range from beginning, to intermediate, to advanced levels. Professors who enjoy engaging with liberal arts students of varying backgrounds, levels, and reasons for moving are highly sought. Many of our students are double majors who seek a life-long relationship with theatre, whether it be a professional track or otherwise; because of this, one's ability to make connections to other disciplines and contextual lenses is highly valued - whether they be other art forms, the sciences, technology, and/or cultural studies.</p> <p>RWU's Theatre Program values diversity, equity, inclusion, access, and freedom of expression in all forms. It has a reputation for being one of the most dynamic programs on the RWU campus and is known for attracting students from several disciplines.</p> <p>Requirements:</p> <ul> <li>Terminal Degree, and/or Master's Degree, or equivalent professional experience. </li><li>Teaching experience in higher education preferred. </li><li>Demonstrated commitment to student success and collegial collaboration. </li></ul> <p>At the University's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be accepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the University, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.</p> <p>Additional Information:</p> <p>Roger Williams University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and com-mitted to a diverse workforce. All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, or any other basis protected by applicable state and federal law. For information on our Non-discrimination policy, visit here.</p> <p>RWU prohibits all forms of discrimination on the basis of sex in its education programs and activities and is required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 (Title IX) and its implementing regulations not to discriminate in such a manner. Complaints of Title IX sexual harassment should be reported to the Title IX Coordinator at the contact information listed below. Details regarding the formal complaint process can be found here: Title IX Sexual Harassment Policy and Procedures. All complaints of sexual harassment will be taken seriously and responded to promptly. TITLE IX COORDINATOR: Dr. Jen Stanley, 1 Old Ferry Road, Bristol, RI 02809 / Phone Number: (401) 254-3123 /Email Address: jstanley@rwu.edu</p> <p>Application Instructions:</p> <p>Please attach a resume, cover letter, and list of three (3) professional references. In your cover letter/letter of interest, in addition to listing how your qualifications meet the requirements of the position, please include information about how you would be able to contribute to RWU's diversity, inclusivity, and equity goals.</p> <p>Department:</p> <p>Dean's Office, SHAE</p>