Full Professor, Theatre and Dance
Rollins College

Job Info

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Full Professor, Theatre and Dance



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Position Summary:

The Rollins College Department of Theatre & Dance invites applications for The Winnie Warden Endowed Chair faculty position, beginning fall term 2025. Our preference is to hire a Full Professor with extensive experience teaching in a college or university BA theatre program. A Ph.D. in Theatre or a related field is required, with strong preference for specialization in non-Western theatre traditions and a proven record of directing academic as well as professional theatrical productions. Additional teaching assignments will include courses such as theatre history, script analysis, global theatre, and other courses in alignment with the candidate's areas of specialty. The Winnie Warden Endowed Chair is a leadership chair which involves a strong service commitment to the Theatre program and College. The position includes a 3/2 teaching load as well as a $5000 annual stipend, and a $3500 professional development fund. All Rollins faculty are also expected to teach 1-2 courses in our general education program each academic year.

The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, directing, and collaborating with colleagues. Our goal is to attract a faculty member of the highest caliber who will contribute to the reputation and stature of the Annie Russell Theatre as well as the Department and College. Responsibilities include regularly directing productions for our public-facing season in the historic Annie Russell Theatre and participating fully in department and college life.

Rollins College is a comprehensive liberal arts college located just north of Orlando, FL, a diverse metropolitan community with a thriving economic and cultural scene. Nearby Orlando International Airport provides easy access to U.S. and international destinations. The college emphasizes innovative and quality teaching in small classes and ranks number one among 121 Southern master's-level universities in the annual rankings of “America's Best Colleges,” released by U.S. News & World Report. Please visit the college website at www.rollins.edu.

Minimum Qualifications and Education:

• Ph.D. in Theatre, Performance Studies, or a related field
• Extensive experience teaching undergraduates in a BA theatre program in a liberal arts setting
• Extensive experience directing undergraduate productions
• Specialization in non-Western theatre traditions and experience/ability to teach courses such as Global Theatre, Theatre History, and Script Analysis
• Preference for those who hold the rank of full professor at their current university

Instructions to Applicants:

Interested applicants must apply online via the College's employment website and upload the following materials as follows:

Letter of interest

Curriculum vita

Statement of Teaching Philosophy (including approach to teaching theatre in a BA program)

Provide three reference names and email addresses on application

Review of applications will begin October 16th, 2024 and continue until the position is filled.

Questions about this position may be directed to:
Missy Barnes
Department and Search Committee Chair
mbarnes@rollins.edu

Diversity & Inclusion at Rollins:

Rollins is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive campus community, and the College celebrates the open exchange of ideas within a climate of civility and mutual respect. We view differences-from race and ethnicity to sexual orientation and political perspectives-as rich opportunities for understanding, learning, and growth. To learn more, please click here.

Through its mission, Rollins College is firmly committed to creating a just community that embraces multiculturalism; persons from historically under-represented minority groups are therefore encouraged to apply. Rollins does not discriminate on the basis of sex, disability, race, age, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, physical characteristics, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law, in its educational programs and activities.

Benefits &
Perks:

• Paid Holidays and College Closure Days
• Eligible for Medical, Prescription, Dental & Vision Insurance (within 30 days of hire)
• 100% Employer-Funded Health Reimbursement Account ($125+/month)
• 100% Employer-Paid Short & Long Term Disability Insurance
• Domestic Partner Benefits
• 11.5% Employer Retirement Contributions
• Discounted On-Campus Dining Meal Plans
• FREE On-Campus Parking
• FREE Access to Campus Amenities (gyms, pools, library, sporting events and more)
• FREE Full Tuition for Employees and their Families
• Pet Insurance
• 100% Employer-Funded Employee Assistance Program
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• Award-Winning Wellbeing Programs: Blue Rewards, Rally Dollars, Hinge Health Musculoskeletal Coaching
• Plus More!

Additional Perks:

• Local & National Discount Programs, including Winter Park Locations (i.e. shops, restaurants, gift cards and more)
• FREE E-Training Courses & Professional Development Opportunities
• IT Software & Laptop Discounts (Apple, Lenovo, and more)
• College Bookstore Discounts
• Annual Service Awards & Recognition Programs
• Discover what it's like to live in Orlando: Live, Work, Play and Learn
• Plus More!

Click here to review our full benefits package.

FLSA Status:

Exempt

Service Months:

9


To apply, visit https://jobs.rollins.edu/cw/en-us/job/493711/full-professor-theatre-and-dance


Rollins is the best college in Florida, but don't just take our word for it. See what the experts are saying. Explore all of the ways Rollins is top ranked—from our academic excellence and expert faculty to our unparalleled campus and one-of-a-kind study abroad opportunities.

For the 15th consecutive year, Rollins College has been named a “Great College to Work For”! Be a part of the Rollins experience and find a place where you belong. Ready to join us?







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