NYU Tisch Department of Dance seeks an experienced dance educator and dance practitioner with expertise in contemporary ballet technique with a strong anatomical and somatic approach to their practice. Candidates may also have experience or research in other forms of technique, repertory, and/or dance academic curriculum.
Candidates should possess embodied knowledge as a choreographer, performer, and teacher and the ability to teach a diverse student population using inclusive course materials and culturally responsive teaching strategies. Successful candidates will have artistic leadership experience in the form of curricular development, programme directing, and producing professional dance works in the USA and internationally, along with a deep connection to the professional dance field.
The Tisch Department of Dance celebrates the use of live music in dance technique classes and the successful candidate will have robust knowledge and expertise working with live musicians. The department encourages progressive teaching strategies that cultivate community and challenge euro-centric perspectives in concert dance forms. Work in community activism through dance is highly desired.
The Visiting Arts Professor must support NYU’s commitment to the academic success of all students, regardless of their background and social identities, and demonstrate their dedication to inclusive and equitable efforts to foster students’ sense of belonging. Candidates should take a generous and committed interest in developing the individual artistic voice of each student. This position contributes to the programme and department through professional creative practice, excellent teaching, and valuable university and departmental service. Candidates must be committed to contributing to the Tisch Dance Department community.
The annual base salary range for this position is 75,000 USD – 105,000 USD. This pay range represents base pay only (for 9 months) and excludes any additional items such as incentives, bonuses, clinical compensation, or other items.
