Theatre Adjunct Instructor (Technical Theatre/Costume Design)

We are now accepting applications for the Adjunct Instructor Applicant Pool. Adjunct pools are open on a fiscal year basis for continuous recruitment for department assignments. Please review application material requirements carefully to ensure successful submission. Your application will not be considered until all required documents are received. The teaching assignment may be at the Valencia or Canyon Country campus, or other college teaching locations. Part‑time faculty positions are as needed and do not accrue rights to tenure. They offer flexible hours and the opportunity to assist a diverse group of students in achieving their educational goals. We offer a wide range of opportunities in transfer, general education, vocational and occupational programs. Adjunct Salary Rate: Starting at $88.30 per hour. Offer and acceptance of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credential/transcripts, background fingerprint clearance, tuberculosis screening, proof of eligibility to work in the United States (College of the Canyons hires only individuals lawfully authorized to work in the United States) and Board of Trustees approval as required. Responsibilities Teach Fundamentals of Costume Design, or future technical classes such as makeup, color and design, or general theatre classes understanding theatre, lecture and/or lab. There may be opportunities to design costumes for productions presented by the theatre department. Lecture Identify costumes from various historical periods and employ historical research methods in creating a costume design. Identify equipment used in costume design and construction, and components of costume care. Create a design from a design concept. Explain the steps involved in costume project management including development of the costume plot. Analyze use of fabrics and materials used in costumes. Identify the effective communication skills costume designers need. Utilize standard costume vocabulary. Critique use of costume in production. Analyze a design in terms of budget requirements. Lab Utilize costume construction methods to execute a costume. Identify and safely operate equipment used in costume construction. Demonstrate basic sewing techniques. Qualifications and Minimum Requirements Possession of an unexpired California Community College Instructor Credential in Theatre. Master’s degree or Master of Fine Arts in drama/theatre arts/performance. Bachelor’s degree or Bachelors of Fine Arts in drama/theater arts/performance and Master’s degree in comparative literature, English, communication studies, speech, literature, or humanities. Equivalency: An official transcript documenting successful completion of any Master’s degree from an accredited institution of higher education and official transcripts documenting successful completion of 24 semester units in the discipline at the upper division and graduate level, a minimum of which must be 12 graduate level semester units. Desirable Qualifications Ability to carry out the professional duties of the position, working with department designers, technical director and a student work crew. Collaborative work style. Strong organizational and communication skills. Commitment to teaching theatre through production. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT POLICY: The Santa Clarita Community College District does not discriminate on the basis of race, religious creed, color, ethnic or national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, uniformed service member status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected basis under the law. Applicants who have disabilities may request that accommodations be made in order to complete the selection process by contacting the Human Resources office directly at View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr College of the Canyons