2026-27 Lecturer Music, Theatre and Dance (Voice/Theatre/Music Instruction)

CSU Careers • Chico, CA

12h

About The Position

The Department of Music, Theatre and Dance is collecting application materials for a one-year (2026-2027) full-time academic year temporary faculty teaching opportunity (with the possibility of appointment in subsequent years) beginning August 19, 2026 in the area of Studio Voice Instruction and Theatre/Music Instruction. The ideal candidate would teach studio instruction in voice and classes in general education, majors class in general theatre or music, and/or specialized majors classes in musical theatre. We are especially interested in candidates committed to supporting the success of diverse student groups, including first-generation and underrepresented students.

Requirements

• The minimum education requirement for appointment to this position is a Master of Arts in Theatre, Master of Fine Arts in Theatre, or a Master of Music.
• The successful candidate should have demonstrated ability to teach studio voice instruction in the area of musical theatre.
• The successful candidate should provide evidence of their commitment to or experience promoting and fostering a learning environment that is supportive of individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Nice To Haves

• Previous teaching experience at the university level is preferred.
• Keyboard skills and the ability to accompany students in various musical theatre styles are preferred.
• Ability to teach in areas beyond studio instruction is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Studio voice instruction, primarily focused on music theatre styles and repertoire
• Additional teaching assignments based on the candidate’s strengths, background, and the needs of the department
• Mentor students in the development of healthy, sustainable vocal technique, musicianship, stylistic versatility, and expressive performance practices appropriate to contemporary and traditional musical theatre
• Instruction may include individual and group voice lessons, studio classes, and related coursework supporting vocal performance and musical preparation
• Collaborate with colleagues to support student learning across classroom instruction, productions, and other departmental and school collaborations
• Advising
• Recruiting
• Curriculum development
• Professional affiliations as appropriate
• Other duties as assigned
• Teaching load of 15 weighted teaching units per semester
• Course assignments typically include general education and/or majors classes within the candidate’s teaching ability and may include Studio Voice Instruction, Contemporary Styles for Musical Theatre, Studio Voice Instruction, Acting for Musical Theatre, Contemporary Styles in Musical Theatre, Cabaret and Showcase, Fundamentals of Music for Musical Theatre, Music Theory, Aural Musicianship, music direction or direction of department productions, Directing, Directing II, Text Analysis, Introduction to Acting, Foundations of Drama, Foundations of Acting, Theatre History, or other courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise and departmental needs

Benefits

• This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible).
• California State University, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation, health insurance).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time