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Harper College

Adjunct Faculty Credit - Art

Palatine, IL · On-site

The Art Department at Harper College is seeking adjunct instructors to teach Introduction to Visual ... instructors who teach online sections. Educational Requirements: Minimum MA in Art History or MFA ...

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Adjunct history instructors are part-time educators who teach history courses at colleges or universities. They are typically hired on a contractual basis to teach specific classes, rather than holding a full-time or tenure-track position. Adjunct instructors often have advanced degrees in history or related fields, and may also work in other professional roles outside of teaching. Their responsibilities include preparing lectures, grading assignments, and supporting student learning, but they generally have limited involvement in departmental administration or curriculum development.

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Theatre History, Adjunct

Roosevelt University

Chicago, IL • On-site

Part-time

Re-posted 19 days ago

Job description

Posting Details
Position Information
Position Rank
Adjunct Faculty
Track
Non-Tenure Track
Position Title
Theatre History, Adjunct
Category
Adjunct
Posting Number
T000176
Location
Chicago
Open Date
06/01/2026
Close Date
Open Until Filled?
Yes
Job Type
Part-Time
Working Hours
Position Summary
The mission of the Chicago College of Performing Arts is to graduate students seeking a career in music, education, theatre, or arts administration, who are confident, passionate, knowledgeable, and capable of functioning in the professional arena, and who are dedicated to the practice of art to serve the cause of human dignity and to effect positive change in their communities.
Position Summary:
The Interdisciplinary Conservatory at Roosevelt University's Chicago College of Performing Arts is seeking two dynamic and experienced instructors to teach THIS (Theatre History) 251- World Vernacular Artistry and THIS 253 - Performance Analysis to undergraduate students in the Interdisciplinary Conservatory as part of the College's Core Studies curriculum for the upcoming fall semester, 8/31 to 12/19. These two classes are co-listed and co-taught with MUHL (Music History and Literature) 251 and MUHL 253. Specific class assignments and sections will be determined based on applicant experience and interest with each instructor teaching a total of two class sections.
MUHL/THIS 251, World Vernacular Artistry - This course will explore global vernacular artistry through primarily ethnographic methodologies focused on engaging with Chicago-area communities, including various diasporas. Topics covered include American vernacular and popular musics, vernacular theatre, and non-Western musics and theatrical practices.
MUHL/THIS 253, Performance Analysis - This course analyzes performance with methodologies and perspectives drawn from performance theory, artistic research, embodied knowledge studies, autoethnography, and critical response process.
Previous syllabi and guidance will be provided to the instructors as needed.
Compensation and Terms:These are part-time positions with each instructor teaching two 3-credit classes, compensated at $3,982 per class for a total of $7,964 per instructor.
Job Duties:
  • Delivery of course material, including creating assignments and evaluation of students' work.
  • Clear and timely communication.
  • Timely submission of all grades.
  • Maintain clear and responsive communication with students, faculty, and staff, utilizing assigned Roosevelt University email.
  • Submission of a syllabus each semester (university-mandated template will be provided) documenting all class policies, expectations, procedures, and grading criteria.
  • Meet institutional expectations for grade submission, syllabus preparation, and mandatory University training

Please submit all applications through the Roosevelt jobs portal, including a Letter of Interest, a Resume or Curriculum Vitae and three professional references with contact information. Note that a college transcript will be required prior to hiring but not at the time of application submission.
Title IX Contact Information: Federal Title IX policy requires that all colleges and universities make known the contact information for the person responsible for coordinating its efforts to comply with Title IX regulations. At Roosevelt University, the Title IX Coordinator is Natasha Robinson. Her office is located in the Auditorium Building of the Chicago campus, 430 S. Michigan Avenue, AUD 476B. She can be reached at 312-281-3245 or TitleIX@roosevelt.edu.
Do not contact this email address for inquiries about your job application; if you have questions, you may email hrquestions@roosevelt.edu
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required
  • Master's degree in Theatre or a related field
  • University or college level teaching experience.

Years of Experience Required
2-3 years teaching experience
Required Education
Masters Degree
Certification/Licensure Required
Minimum Qualifications
Please see Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required section.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Masters in Theatre with a focus in history or a related area.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.

Equipment Operated
Studio sound system, basic office/ classroom equipment and Smart-classroom equipment (computer, monitor, projector and audio equipment).
Working Conditions
Standard climate and noise-controlled office, studio, and classroom environment. Position is largely sedentary, calling for frequent use of wrist for typing. May be exposed to loud voices and/or instruments from students practicing
Priority Application Instructions
Departmental Contact Information
Jim Iorio, Co-Chair of the Interdisciplinary Conservatory
jiorio01@roosevelt.edu
(312) 341-2347

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