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About Us - Values Overview
Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.
We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.
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Department Summary
The Department of Dance and Theatre is housed in the College of Liberal Arts and Social Sciences, with approximately 400 theatre majors and minors in theatre and dance. The Department offers a BA degree in Theatre with concentrations in Acting, Dance, Design/Technology, and General Studies with Theatre Teacher Certification. The department also offers a Minor in Theatre as well as four specialized dance certificates. The vibrant undergraduate program delivers a rigorous dance and theatre education within a liberal arts context. The Department produces a full season of 5-6 productions as well as several laboratory events directed by faculty, guest artists, or students.
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Position Overview
The University of North Texas Department of Dance and Theatre is seeking a qualified dance instructor to teach classes during the department's summer dance intensive, Momentum. The instructor will teach a variety of dance classes during the two-week intensive, including but not limited to contemporary technique, strengthening and conditioning, improvisation, and choreography/composition. Must be able to communicate effectively and adapt course content to varying levels of dance experience.
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Minimum Qualifications
MA or MFA in Dance and 1-2 years of teaching experience in higher education.
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Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Ability to facilitate multiple dance classes in a variety of styles, in coordination with faculty. Ability to adapt class content and provide modifications for students with varying levels of dance experience.
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Preferred Qualifications
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Required License/Registration/Certifications
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Job Duties
- Facilitate and teach at least five dance classes, including, but not limited to, contemporary technique, strengthening and conditioning, improvisation, and choreography/composition.
- Adapt and modify class content as necessary to accommodate a variety of learning styles and dance experience
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Physical Requirements
Communicating with others to exchange information.
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Environmental Hazards
No adverse environmental conditions expected.
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Work Schedule
Based on instructor availability and in coordination with intensive schedule. Momentum summer intensive runs June 22 through July 3, Monday-Friday, 10am-2pm.
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Driving University Vehicle
No
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Security Sensitive
This is a Security Sensitive Position.
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Special Instructions
Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.
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Benefits
For information regarding our Benefits, click here.
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EEO Statement
The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.
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