Assistant Professor of Dance

Overview

POSITION TITLE

Assistant Professor of Dance, McCall School of Visual and Performing Arts, Coker University.

POSITION SUMMARY

Coker University, McCall School of Visual and Performing Arts, invites applicants to apply for the position of Assistant Professor of Dance beginning August 2026. This is a 9-month, tenure-track appointment teaching 12 credit hours a semester with a competitive salary and benefits, reporting to the Director of the McCall School of Visual and Performing Arts.

This position requires an individual with a broad understanding of the dance field with an African diasporic approach. Problem solving, adaptability, collaboration, and communication are essential for this position. We seek a candidate who values student-centered learning and is comfortable working with students from a variety of backgrounds. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate and experienced individual dedicated to teaching dance, fostering creativity, and pursuing excellence in academic and creative spaces.

Review of application materials will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

• Teach all levels of modern/contemporary dance, preferably from an African diasporic perspective;
• Teach jazz dance, world/cultural forms, hip hop dance, tap dance, musical theatre dance, or other forms that contribute to the mission of the program;
• Teach dance composition, dance improvisation, music for dancers, and seminars, depending upon the background of the candidate;
• Apply inclusive pedagogy in the classroom;
• Choreograph for dance concerts and/or other McCall School performances;
• Produce dance concerts, organize guest artists, and oversee dance residencies;
• Mentor student choreography and creative research;
• Advise students in academic and career preparation;
• Recruit students by attending conferences, college fairs, regional schools, and other events;
• Communicate with prospective students and steward admissions;
• Maintain the dance program's regional profile through active scholarship and continued professional development;
• Serve on University committees and contribute to McCall School administrative work, as assigned;
• Serve as a creative thought partner to the McCall School director, faculty and staff;
• Offer academic and creative ideas that support student success; and
• Commit to and contribute actively to Coker's mission.

• Master of Fine Arts or PhD in Dance or an advanced degree in a related field with applicable professional dance experience

• Minimum 1-3 years college teaching experience
• Professional choreographic and/or performance experience
• Experience working with students from various backgrounds and dance experiences

• Ability to teach jazz, hip hop, tap, and/or musical theatre

To apply, please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, choreography or teaching samples, teaching philosophy, statement describing how you have promoted student belonging, copies of transcripts (official transcripts will be required of the successful candidate), and complete contact information for three professional references.

Coker's standards of service and excellence to the campus and community is an institutional priority for the university. We pride ourselves in our customer service, communication, and availability to our stakeholders and employees through efficient response times, detailed information, and professionalism.

Being part of Coker University means committing to our Culture of COBRAS. We believe in showing up for students and colleagues with care, openness, bold ideas, and a drive to be remarkable and adaptable-always striking at the opportunity to be better.

Coker University readies undergraduates for personal and professional success through a distinctive four-year program that emphasizes a practical application of the liberal arts as well as hands-on and discussion-based learning within and beyond the classroom. Located in Hartsville, SC, Coker is within two hours of the cultural, financial and recreational resources of Charlotte, Columbia, Charleston and Myrtle Beach.

Coker University, in compliance with all applicable state and federal laws, including Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, marital status, veterans or military status, or against individuals with disabilities, medical condition, or other legally protected classifications in the areas of employment, admission, financial aid or access to educational or extracurricular programs, activities or facilities.