Lecturer in Dance
Metropolitan State University of Denver | |
United States, Colorado, Denver | |
April 23, 2024 | |
DepartmentTheatre
Position Summary Metropolitan State University (MSU) of Denver's dance program's mission is to prepare students to be leaders in the dance profession and the entertainment industry through experiential learning, creative and scholarly research, community engagement, entrepreneurship, collaborative exchange, and diverse artistic experiences. The program aims to be inclusive and help all students develop the skills necessary to meet their individual career goals, experience physical, mental, and emotional wellness, and positively impact society through purposeful work and study in the dance field and beyond. The MSU Denver Dance Program is unique in its partnership with Cleo Parker Robinson Dance (CPRD). CPRD is recognized worldwide for its dynamic cross-cultural curriculum, community engagement, innovative choreography, and promotion of American dance heritage. In this exciting program, CPRD's mission of social transformation through dance and MSU Denver's academic rigor and focus on real-world experience converge. Program Goals
The Dance Major serves a broad range of students with its diverse curriculum. This curriculum cultivates the versatility needed for students to become successful professionals as dance performers, choreographers, educators, administrators, and community organizers and builds and strengthens skill sets that are transferable to a wide range of careers. The dance program's areas of emphasis include:
The Dance Program at MSU Denver seeks a highly motivated individual for a full-time Lecturer in Dance position to begin in the fall of 2024. The primary responsibilities of this position are to teach a full-time load each semester, advise students, participate in dance program service, demonstrate a commitment to professional growth, and contribute to the program's strong foundation. MSU Denver enrolls over 17,000 students, where nearly 60% are first generation and over 55% are students of color. Located in downtown Denver, we are a designated (HSI), an INSIGHT into Diversity Higher Education Excellence in Diversity () Award winner for 10 consecutive years, and the only certified institution in Colorado. As the third largest institution of higher education in Colorado and the only institution with an open access mission, MSU Denver is a model university for today's college students. The University serves the most diverse undergraduate student population in the state, as well as the most first-generation students and Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals students. MSU Denver is particularly interested in applicants who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented and historically minoritized groups. Core Responsibilities Teaching and Advising
Dance Program Service (which may be done through reduced teaching load)
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
Salary for Announcement The salary range for this position is $53,000 - $58,000 at Lecturer level. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based upon a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, training, and qualifications. MSU Denver offers excellent benefits that include medical, dental, retirement, tuition benefit, RTD pass, and more. For a brief overview of these options, please visit our Benefits section. Instructions to Apply Complete applications received by May 22, 2024 at 11:59 PMMSTwill receive full consideration, however applications will be accepted after this date until the position is lled. Interested applicants must apply online at MSU Denver's career site, and search for JR102253. The applicant must have a complete file that includes:
DEI Statement Instructions: We encourage applicants to reference Pillar IV of MSU Denver's Strategic Plan: Themes that may be addressed in a candidate's diversity statement may include, but are not limited to:
Applicants will notice on the application portal there is one location (the resume submission field) to upload all required materials. Multiple documents can be submitted into this one field; alternatively, merge all documents into one PDF and upload. Once submitted, you will not be able to edit your application. Official transcripts will be required of the candidate selected for hire. Final candidates will be required to teach an in-person class to MSU Denver students or submit a video of their teaching Open Until Filled Posting RepresentativeTanya Rogowsky Posting Representative Emailtrogowsk@msudenver.edu BenefitsMSU Denver is pleased to offer our current and potential employees a wide array of benefit options. To learn more, please visit the following link: The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at . Diversity StatementMetropolitan State University of Denver is a unique, access-oriented campus community that values diversity, equity, and inclusion in all its forms. Our student population consists of nearly 58% first generation students and over 50% students of color. We are a designated Hispanic Serving Institution located in downtown Denver. We create an equitable learning and working environment in concert with individuals who consistently demonstrate commitment to equity and inclusion. We greatly value the diverse identities and perspectives of our students, faculty, and staff and recognize that in order to achieve a just and equitable society, diversity must go beyond simple representation. It requires critical inquiry and dialogue and a commitment to action. We strive to provide a culture of belonging for all community members to achieve personal and professional success. |