Assistant Teaching Professor - Music Directing - Penn State School of Theatre

The School of Theatre invites applications for a full-time artist/ educator position in the nationally renowned Musical Theatre program. This is a one-year non-tenure track appointment with full benefits. Terminal degree required and must have the qualifications to be appointed to the Penn State graduate faculty. Start date August 2022. This position mentors graduate students who are preparing to enter the highest levels of the musical theatre. This program is highly competitive, unique and groundbreaking. The position will also work with the Head of Musical Theatre and other faculty to continue to build on the undergraduate BFA program’s many strengths in training for the musical theatre performer. The Professor in Charge will also work closely with the School of Theatre Graduate Officer and Director. Duties include mentorship and instruction of up to four graduate students in classes, studio projects and productions. Responsibilities also include music directing studio classes (examples include Song Analysis, Scene Study, Auditions, New Works, Showcase), accompanying voice lessons, and teaching multiple levels of Music Theory classes. Music Direction of select studio and Penn State Centre Stage productions, participation in student recruitment, faculty committees and governance are also required. Qualifications include significant professional experience and contacts in the professional musical theatre - as well as experience as an educator. Knowledge of all styles of musical theatre is expected – including pop, rock, country, and rap/ spoken word. Candidate should have evidence of equitable considerations, awareness, and practice regarding curricula development, inclusive practices in educating diverse student bodies or working with a diverse faculty and staff, along with evidence of working collectively to cultivate a culture that supports success and enables all members of a college community to thrive. Candidate must have a comprehensive knowledge of the musical theatre repertoire and possess advanced piano and sightreading skills. Proficiency with Finale/ Sibelius and MainStage software programs and experience in arranging is also desired. The ideal candidate will have a passion for remaining current in the field regarding evolving styles, techniques, and repertoire. A commitment to Equity, Diversity and Inclusion in the theatre is essential. A diversity statement describing the applicants work in this area is expected, along with a statement regarding teaching philosophy and the training of graduate students. Please address in your cover letter how equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging relate to your academic, research, creative activity, and/or service experience. A Master’s or terminal degree is required. The College of Arts & Architecture is working to establish a culture of anti-racism and anti-oppression that embraces individual identities, fosters a culture of inclusion, and promotes equity through curricula, values, standards, ideals, policies and practices. The ideal candidate will provide evidence of their experience with, and interest in, contributing to these goals. Please submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and a list of at least three (3) current references with contact information. Applications received by March 18, 2022 will receive priority consideration but the search will continue until the position is filled. Apply online: https://psu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/PSU_Academic/job/University-Park-Campus/Assistant-Teaching-Professor-of-Theatre--Music-Directing_REQ_0000026189-1 ABOUT MUSICAL THEATRE AT PENN STATE Penn State’s BFA in Musical Theatre is a rigorous professional training program in the School of Theatre. Students train in all three areas of musical theatre with the largest dedicated musical theatre faculty in the country. The mission of the program is to train students to successfully compete in the professional musical theatre Industry – while providing a technical and artistic foundation for life-long creative output. Graduates of the program regularly perform on Broadway and around the country and world. CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS: Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here. Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies. EEO is the Law Penn State is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer, and is committed to providing employment opportunities to all qualified applications without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. If you are unable to use our online application process due to an impairment or disability, please contact 814-865-1473.