Winona State University

Teach full-time in a liberal arts environment, including courses in contemporary dance techniques, history, theory, composition and performance. Earned doctorate or master of fine arts in Dance Performance, Dance Studies, and/or Choreography.. Additional teaching skills sought include one or more of the following: Improvisation, Partnering, African Diasporic Forms, Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Musical Theatre, Anatomy, Mindfulness or Somatic Therapies, Pedagogy, Career Preparedness]. Founded in 1858, Winona State University ( WSU ) is the oldest member of the Minnesota State System of colleges and universities.. Do you have an earned doctorate or master of fine arts in Dance Performance, Dance Studies, and/or Choreography?

assistant professor

Hire Types Faculty
Division
Division Academic Affairs
Department
Department College of Liberal Arts
Unit
Unit Theatre and Dance
Location
Location Winona, MN
FLSA
FLSA Exempt
Full/Part Time
Full/Part Time Full Time
FTE
FTE 1.0
Employment Condition
Employment Condition Probationary/Tenure-Track (9 Month Appointment)
Work Shift
Work Schedule/Hours/Days
Application Deadline: Review begins April 3, 2024 Type of Appointment: Probationary/Tenure-Track Salary: Commensurate with Experience Appointment Date: August 19, 2024 Salary Minimum
Salary Maximum
Salary Type
Bargaining Unit/Plan
Bargaining Unit/Plan 209, IFO
Job Description
Responsibilities:
Teach full-time in a liberal arts environment, including courses in contemporary dance techniques, history, theory, composition and performance
Serve as Dance Program Director
Oversee the dance curriculum and minor program, with a commitment to diverse approaches to dance beyond a Eurocentric lens
Direct and choreograph for the Annual Main Season dance production
Instruct courses in varied locations, at varied times, and via various media commensurate with department and university needs.
Engage in scholarly research or creative achievement to enhance knowledge of field.
Provide evidence of continuing preparation and study in the field to enhance teaching abilities.
Contribute to student growth and development including student advising.
Provide service to the university and community including the program, the department, the college, the university, and the greater community.
Support Winona State University’s mission to enhance the intellectual, social, cultural, and economic vitality of the people and communities we serve.
Required Qualifications Minimum Qualifications :
Earned doctorate or master of fine arts in Dance Performance, Dance Studies, and/or Choreography.
Successful teaching experience at the university level
A record of creative or scholarly achievements in the field of dance
Commitment to teaching and mentoring from a dynamic multicultural perspective
Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications :
Skills/ability to integrate technology to enhance learning and teaching.
Demonstrated commitment to quality teaching.
Additional teaching skills sought include one or more of the following: Improvisation, Partnering, African Diasporic Forms, Jazz, Tap, Ballet, Musical Theatre, Anatomy, Mindfulness or Somatic Therapies, Pedagogy, Career Preparedness]
Other Requirements A complete online application will include:
1. A cover letter which addresses the qualifications listed previously;
3. Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate);
4. A statement explaining your personal or professional experiences in working with diverse populations (such as persons from differing race / ethnic background, sexual orientation, age, gender, or mental and physical ability) as well as how the applicant would contribute toward a diverse and inclusive academic and employment culture and community at Winona State University. Statements should be 1 page or less;
5. Contact Information for at least 3 references, with addresses and telephone numbers.
6. At least three letters of reference. * Please advise persons providing letters of reference of Minnesota’s open record law which can make such letters available to applicants upon request .
About
Founded in 1858, Winona State University ( WSU ) is the oldest member of the Minnesota State System of colleges and universities. Today WSU serves approximately 7,000 undergraduate and graduate students across two campuses in Winona and Rochester, Minnesota (MN). Winona State was named the second-best public institution in Minnesota by U.S. News & World Report’s “Best Colleges,” was listed among the “Best in the Midwest” by The Princeton Review, and named as one of “America’s 100 Best College Buys.”
Benefits Info
WSU offers a comprehensive benefit package including life, health and dental insurance, a retirement program, tuition waiver for employee and dependents, as well as a variety of other benefits as defined by the individual Collective Bargaining Agreements.
For information on our benefits (Medical and Dental Insurance; Life Insurance; Disability and Long-Term Care; Pre-Tax Benefits; and Health and Wellness), please refer to SEGIP’s website ( http://mn.gov/mmb/segip/index.jsp ).
Winona State University is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
* Do you have an earned doctorate or master of fine arts in Dance Performance, Dance Studies, and/or Choreography? Yes
No * I have attached or have made arrangements for three letters of reference to be provided to Winona State University. Letters can be emailed to jobs@winona.edu Yes
No * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Public Job Posting
Internal Job Posting
Agency Referral
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Personal Referral
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