Named after Texas' legendary hero, General Sam Houston, the university boasts a rich historical legacy that resonates with the spirit of Texas, which provides a balance between a peaceful, natural setting and proximity to urban amenities. With a student population of over 21,000, SHSU offers a vibrant and dynamic community. SHSU has a small town feel with large scale opportunities. Located in the Piney Woods region of East Texas and just an hour drive north of Houston, Huntsville provides area residents with a sense of community and belonging.
SHSU offers compelling options for individuals seeking a fulfilling and impactful career including a superior benefit package, competitive salaries and a flexible work environment fostering work/life balance. SHSU offers programs that support a healthy work-life balance, contributing to employee well-being and job satisfaction, as well as, professional development opportunities with our educational assistance and dependent assistance programs.
This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.
Position Title Lecturer-Pool Faculty of Dance - 1 Position to be Filled Requisition 202500018F Rank Lecturer-Pool FLSA status Exempt Hiring Salary Commensurate with education and experience. Position Category Position Type Part-Time Non-Tenure Track College College of Arts & Media Department Dept of Dance Open Date 03/05/2025 Quicklink https://shsu.peopleadmin.com/postings/42544 Refer Applicants To Contact Name Jennifer Pontius Title ChairSam Houston State University
Department of Dance
Box 2269
Huntsville, TX 77341 Contact Phone 936-294-1300 Contact Email dnc_jkp@shsu.edu Position Details Duties Performed in the Usual Course of the Job Lecturer-Pool faculty are non-tenure track faculty hired to teach one to four courses per semester. Course requirements may include a combination of teaching on-campus classes at the main campus in Huntsville, and online courses, depending on the needs of the academic department. Lecturer-Pool faculty hiring is based on student demand, on a semester-by-semester basis. The ability to teach multiple levels of ballet to BFA students and experience teaching Pilates will be the primary consideration for this position. Additional assignments could include dance history, world dance, pedagogy, or other areas of expertise that support the BFA and/or MFA curricula. There may be opportunities to choreograph and have work presented in department concerts each semester. Educational Requirements for the Position MFA in Dance or related discipline is required. Experience Required for the Position Teaching experience preferred. Other Requirements for the Position Special Instructions Summary Please note: References provided in the References section of the application will receive an automated email reference request at the time the application is submitted. Open Until Filled Yes EEO Statement EEO Statement Sam Houston State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and Smoke/Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, ancestry, marital status, citizenship, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity or expression. Sam Houston State University is an “at will” employer. Employees with a contract will have additional terms and conditions. Security sensitive positions at SHSU require background checks in accordance with Education Code § 51.215.
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