Salem State University is seeking adjunct professors with experience teaching dance in higher education. Teaching assignments include dance technique classes in modern, hip hop, ballet, and/or other genres. Additional lecture courses include dance appreciation, hip hop dance history, teaching dance, and dance entrepreneurship, with additional subjects depending upon the expertise of the candidate and needs of the program. The dance program at SSU consists of a dance major, minor, and general education courses.

Salem State University values, celebrates and appreciates diversity in all its forms and endeavors to create a space that reflects the campus community population which it serves. Our students come to Salem State University from 38 states and 48 countries and reflect the demographics of the greater Boston community in which we live. We are passionate about providing an experience for them and our fellow staff and faculty, where everyone can feel supported while they explore, learn, and celebrate their identities, similarities, and differences. We welcome you to come celebrate with us and become a member of our community.

Work collaboratively with faculty, in a school with future-directed leadership and a collective focus on academic excellence, success of our students and faculty development.

Required Qualifications:

• Master's degree
  
• Teaching experience
  
• Professional experience in the dance field including performing, choreographing, and/or administrative
• Demonstrated commitment to collaboration and collegiality
• Experience and dedication to teaching, supervision, and advising

Preferred Qualifications:

• Appropriate terminal degree
• College-level teaching experience
• Experience teaching a multicultural population
• Strength and potential for excellence and leadership in community engagement and university services

Working Conditions:

Salem State University complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified applicants and employees with disabilities. For accommodation information or requests please email eo-hr@salemstate.edu.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• Please apply online and attach curriculum vitae, cover letter, and (unofficial) transcripts
  
• Adjunct positions are temporary for one semester only, with a possibility for re-hire. All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Adjunct positions are not eligible for H1B Visa sponsorship
• Pre-Employment Background check will be conducted for all selected applicants
  
• Application review will begin immediately and continue until an adequate pool is developed

EEO Statement:

Salem State University is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. Persons of color, women and persons with disabilities are strongly urged to apply.