Assistant Professor (Tenure-Track) - Theatre & Speech / Directing

Faculty Vacancy Announcement The Department of Theatre and Speech at The City College of New York (CCNY) invites applications for a full‑time tenure‑track faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Theatre and Speech. Responsibilities Applicants should be prepared to teach Directing 1, Directing 2, and other courses; direct at least one mainstage production per year; produce the annual One Act Festival and Scarefest event; mentor student directors; act as a liaison between the department and the Leonard Davis Center for the Arts staff; and work with the Department Chair to create publicity and public relations for departmental events. Faculty members are also expected to participate in departmental and college‑wide committees and service, and share responsibility for student advising, peer evaluations, and departmental activities and events. Qualifications Required – M.F.A. or Ph.D. in Theatre or a related field and legal authorization to work full‑time in the United States. Preferred Two years of university‑level teaching experience or equivalent. Strong organizational and administrative skills. Knowledge of historical theatre practices and contemporary professional practices. Specialty in accessible theatre practices for neuro‑diverse students or trauma‑conscious practices. Compensation and Benefits Salary Range: $76,937 – $94,909. CUNY offers a competitive compensation and benefits package that covers health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. Faculty receive mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing professional development. How to Apply Only applications submitted through CUNYfirst will be considered for this position.

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All application materials must be uploaded as a single PDF to the CUNYfirst job application website: Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Statement of experience with and commitment to working with a diverse student population. Closing Date The position is open until filled, with review of applications to begin on November 21, 2025. Job Search Category CUNY Job Posting: Faculty Equal Employment Opportunity CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. Italian Americans are also included among the protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer. Job ID: 31240 Location: City College of New York Job Type: Full‑Time #J-18808-Ljbffr The City University of New York