Department of Theatre and Film Sessional teaching 2021W
Theatre Studies Program
September 2021 to April 2022 (2021W)
Posted: May 17, 2021
The Theatre Studies program, within the Department of Theatre and Film, is pleased to advertise openings for the 8 instructional months (September 2021 to April 2022) of the upcoming academic session, 2021W. The Theatre Studies BA program offers first to fourth year courses leading to Honours, Major, and Minor degree options.
Preference will be given to applicants with a terminal degree in Theatre (MFA or Ph.D.) and experience in teaching at the college or university level, but applicants without a Ph.D. who are ABD will also be considered. An excellent teaching record based on relevant experience in theatre studies or related courses is required. In your cover letter, you should indicate the range of courses that you are able to teach. You may provide sample syllabi.
We expect to fill the following courses:
- THTR 210-001 Drama: Forms and Ideas I (Term 1)
- THTR 325A-001 History of Canadian Theatre (Term 1)
- THTR 420-001 History of Theatre II (Term 2)
Applicants should include with their letter of application:
- curriculum vita (detailing post-secondary teaching experience)
- evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g.: sample teaching evaluations)
- names and contact emails of three referees
Please apply directly through our online portal here https://thfl.air.arts.ubc.ca/?p=466
Explore the UBC Department of Theatre and Film: http://www.theatrefilm.ubc.ca
Deadline for applications: June 4, 2021 @ 5pm
All positions are subject to availability of funds and will be governed by UBC’s “Agreement on Conditions of Appointment for Sessional Lecturers.” The minimum salary for 2021W will be $7806.12 per 3-credit course. Equity and diversity are essential to academic excellence. An open and diverse community fosters the inclusion of voices that have been underrepresented or discouraged. We encourage applications from members of groups that have been marginalized on any grounds enumerated under the B.C. Human Rights Code, including sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Métis, Inuit, or Indigenous person.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.