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Lecturer in Acting

Lecturer in Acting

locationSan Antonio, TX, USA
PublishedPublished: 3/24/2026
Media / Arts
Part Time
Lecturer in ActingUIW MissionPosition SummaryThe Department of Theatre Arts invites part-time faculty candidates for Lecturer in Acting in the College of Humanities, Arts, and Social Sciences. Position will teach non-major courses in acting for the university core curriculum.In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of part-time faculty members at the university include teaching with professional activities as assigned.Essential FunctionsBasic Instructional duties:• Prepare course outlines and teach based on approved departmental syllabi; prepare and deliver consistent, interactive lectures.• Prepare and administer timely and meaningful assessments for assigned courses.• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.• Be available outside of class to help students learn as well as answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).• Adhere to UIW Faculty Handbook policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.• Perform other duties as assigned. Job DutiesKnowledge Skills and Abilities• Contribute to development of the curriculum for actor training for non-majors.• Ability to teach Stanislavskian methodologies in non-major acting courses.• Ability to teach industry standard technical theatre skills at all levels, beginner to advanced.• Ability to communicate with the Production Manager, Technical Director, and staff.• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAARequired EducationBachelor of Arts or a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Acting or Theatre Arts.Required Work Experience• Three (3) years of experience teaching acting for the stage.• Three (3) years of professional acting experience• Note that relevant training/teaching experience in other settings or significant industry experience in this field may be considered in lieu of required experience.Preferred Qualifications• BFA, MFA or PHD in Acting.• Experience teaching actor training in a college or university setting.• AEA, AFTRA, SAG membership.• Experience in Animation.• Certified Actor Combatant or Instructor.Required Certifications, Licenses or RegistrationsNone specified.Work HoursBased on teaching assignment.Physical DemandsTypical for faculty in this discipline.Posting Number: UN1003POJob Type: Part TimeJob Category: FacultyDesired Start Date: 08/01/2026Position End Date (if temporary):Reports To: Dean, College of Humanities, Arts and Social SciencesSalary: $2800/class (Master's); $3100/class (Doctorate)Open Date: 03/23/2026Close Date: 1/31/2027Open Until Filled: NoSpecial Instructions to ApplicantN/A.To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/7025390UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).jeid-57c22c6ec8ca5c4ebccc4a91627e4f06