Pro Tempore Instructor of Dance - Open Pool

Pro Tempore Instructor of Dance - Open Pool

Department: School of Music and Dance

Rank: Instructor

Annual Basis: 9 Month

Review of Applications Begins

Applications will be reviewed as needs arise

Special Instructions to Applicants

To ensure consideration, please include the following with your
online application:

• Current resume/curriculum vitae.

You will also be asked to submit the names and contact information
for three professional references.

Screening of applications will occur as positions become available
and continue until positions are filled. This pool will remain
active through December 31, 2026.

Department Summary

The Department of Dance is part of the UO School of Music and Dance
and offers programs leading to the bachelor of fine arts, bachelor
of arts, and bachelor of science degrees. Curriculum includes
coursework in dance history, dance science, improvisation,
composition, and pedagogy. The performance curriculum has a modern
dance emphasis with a strong supporting area in ballet.

Our program offers frequent opportunities for students to perform
in works by faculty, guest artists, and students. Performances are
produced throughout the year by companies such as the Dema African
Dance Ensemble, and the UO (University of Oregon) Student Dance
Collective. These student companies tour Oregon and the Northwest
presenting live concerts as well as lecture demonstrations and
master classes for public schools, colleges, universities, civic
organizations, and community concert series. Collaborations with
local dance groups, the Department of Theater Arts, and groups
within the School of Music and Dance provide multidisciplinary
performance opportunities.

The Department of Dance has four large-capacity dance studios with
sprung floors and vaulted ceilings for classes and activities in
dance. In addition to serving as classrooms and rehearsal spaces,
two studios in Gerlinger Annex are designed to create the M.
Frances Dougherty Dance Theatre, which seats 200 people.

Dance is a department within the School of Music and Dance (SOMD),
which has over 800 music and dance majors and minors, a faculty and
staff of 85, and about 70 graduate employees. The SOMD offers a
wide variety of undergraduate and graduate degree programs, from
the baccalaureate through the doctorate, including studies in
dance, music performance, collaborative piano, music education,
composition, theory, musicology, jazz studies, piano and string
pedagogy, conducting, music technology, and music with a liberal
arts emphasis. The school is known for being the only comprehensive
school of music and dance in Oregon. It is also home to the
internationally recognized Oregon Bach Festival and
ChamberMusic@Beall performance series.

Position Summary

The Department of Dance invites applications for Pro Tem Instructor
positions in dance. The pool is for part-time, temporary,
limited-duration teaching appointments not to exceed one year, but
with the possibility of renewal for up to three years.

We seek qualified teachers of a range of idioms: African, ballet,
contemporary, contact improvisation, hip hop, improvisation, jazz,
salsa, and dance theory courses. Positions may also be available
for musical accompaniment for technique classes.

Applications will be accepted on a continuing basis. Screening of
applications will take place as positions become available and
continue until positions are filled.

Minimum Requirements

For dance instructor positions:

• Master's degree in dance or related field. Significant

professional experience can substitute for a degree.

• University-level teaching experience.

For musical accompaniment positions:

• Master's degree in dance, music, or related field. Significant

experience can substitute for a degree.

• Experience accompanying dancers in an instructional or

professional setting.

Professional Competencies

• Must have the ability to work effectively with students, staff,

and colleagues from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field in dance.

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful
completion of a background check.

The University of Oregon is proud to offer a robust benefits
package to eligible employees, including health insurance,
retirement plans, and paid time off. For more information about
benefits, visit our
website.

The University of Oregon is an equal-opportunity institution
committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the Americans
with Disabilities Act. The University encourages all qualified
individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any
protected status, including veteran and disability status. The
University is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to
applicants and employees with disabilities. To request an
accommodation in connection with the application process, please
email us or call
541-346-5112.

UO prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion,
national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender
expression, pregnancy (including pregnancy-related conditions),
age, physical or mental disability, genetic information (including
family medical history), ancestry, familial status, citizenship,
service in the uniformed services (as defined in federal and state
law), veteran status, expunged juvenile record, and/or the use of
leave protected by state or federal law in all programs, activities
and employment practices as required by Title IX, other applicable
laws, and policies. Retaliation is prohibited by UO policy.
Questions may be referred to the Office of Equal Opportunity and
Access. Contact information, related policies, and complaint
procedures are listed
here.

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To apply, visit https://careers.uoregon.edu/en-us/job/536176

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