Full Time Faculty, Technical Theater/Theatre (CTE) AY26/27

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Weekly Work Hours

30

Compensation Range

Faculty Range F01

Salary Minimum

$60,000.00 Annually

FLSA

United States of America (Exempt)

Position Type

Faculty

Position Summary

Faculty in Dallas College are expected to perform the duties enumerated in the formal Job Description; to fulfill their responsibilities in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the Dallas College Board of Trustees and outlined in the Dallas College Board Policy Manual; and to comply with both state and federal policy.

Dallas College seeks an enthusiastic Full-time Faculty member to teach technical theatre classes in the some, any, or all of the following areas: Advanced Scenic Construction/Stagecraft, Scenic Painting, Theatrical Electricity, Drafting for the Theater, Theatrical Lighting, Theatrical Sound Engineering and Mixing, Rigging, Props Construction, Lighting Console Programming, DMX Networking, Design, and other technical areas.

Additionally, the faculty member might be involved in production work as a designer in their area of expertise and oversee students in production practicums. Other responsibilities include student mentorship, recruitment, and serving on various academic committees as part of faculty institutional service. Additional potential teaching/production opportunities and institutional service may require the faculty member to travel occasionally to other Dallas College campuses. This is a full-time appointment beginning August 2026. 

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• The Dallas College System seeks faculty who strive for excellence, are committed to continuous student learning, and demonstrate passion and skill in effective teaching and learning facilitation.

• Such faculty are competent in their discipline and innovative in their approach to learning, and they are committed to personal growth and the on-going assessment and evaluation of their teaching.

• They demonstrate a commitment to the mission and philosophy of the community college and to working effectively with diverse populations.

• They are committed to effective communication with others and fostering an atmosphere of collegiality.

• Finally, they demonstrate and promote high ethical standards and academic honesty.

Physical Requirements

Normal physical job functions performed within a standard office environment.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to individuals with physical challenges to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Theatre, Live Events, Film and Television, Lighting and Sound Technology, Carpentry/Construction plus 3 years teaching OR 3 years of industry experience.

• One year of demonstrated teaching experience required.

• Official transcript will be required. 

• Bilingual or multilingual preferred.​

*** Will be subject to a criminal background check.  Some positions may be subject to a fingerprint check. ***

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Learning

• Teach students in assigned classes in accordance with course descriptions and/or learning outcomes, the course syllabus, and institutional policies and procedures

• Provide students with a syllabus that includes required institutional policies, course objectives, materials, and methods of evaluation

• Provide a workload schedule showing teaching and office hours

• Certify student attendance in classes by the established deadlines

• Maintain accurate and complete course records

• Submit final grades by the established deadlines

• Communicate with and provide feedback to students in a timely fashion

• Develop course curriculum and instructional materials (individually or collaboratively)

• Use knowledge of diverse communities and skill sets to diversify teaching methods and delivery of content in instruction

• Provide effective instruction to facilitate student learning in all classes taught

• Evaluate and assess student learning on a regular basis in all classes taught

• Participate in assessment activities at course, department, college, and district levels to assist students in achieving designated course objectives or learning outcomes

• Use appropriate technologies to enhance classroom or online instruction and to achieve established course objectives or learning outcomes