Adjunct Professor, Stagecraft

About This Role

This adjunct professor position in Stagecraft at Crafton Hills College involves teaching one or more courses in stagecraft and technical theatre, potentially assisting with technical support for theatre productions. The role suits an enthusiastic and student-centered individual committed to culturally responsive education in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach Stagecraft and/or related technical theatre courses in accordance with department curriculum and California Community College standards
• Prepare and deliver course materials, including lectures, demonstrations, lab exercises, and assessments
• Evaluate student performance and maintain accurate records in accordance with college policies
• Maintain office hours to assist and advise students
• Ensure a safe and inclusive working environment in the scene shop and backstage areas
• Participate in production support, including scenic construction, lighting, sound, rigging, or other technical theatre work, as needed
• Collaborate with full-time faculty, staff, and students to support departmental goals and student success

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree(s) or higher and two years of professional experience
• OR Associate degree(s) and six years of professional experience

Nice to have:

• Professional or academic experience in scenic construction, lighting, sound design, rigging, or other technical theatre areas
• Experience teaching or mentoring students in technical theatre or stagecraft
• Ability to work effectively with students of diverse backgrounds and learning needs
• Knowledge of safety procedures and best practices in theatrical production environments
• Familiarity with modern stagecraft tools and technologies (e.g., CAD, ETC lighting consoles, QLab, power tools)
• Strong communication, organizational, and collaborative skills

Important Details

• Closing: Continuous

Application Process

• Complete San Bernardino Community College District online application (do not state "See Resume" on the application form)
• Submit a resume summarizing your educational and professional experience
• Submit a cover letter explaining how your experience and background demonstrates that you meet the minimum requirements for the position
• Submit a teaching philosophy of your beliefs about teaching and learning, including concrete examples of how you put your beliefs into practice
• Submit unofficial transcripts that show you meet the minimum educational requirement(s) for the position (only transcripts showing the awarded minimum required degree or higher degree will be accepted, must be legible, from a US accredited institution, or include an official evaluation for equivalency if from outside the US)