Governors State University

Temporary Adjunct Faculty, Theatre, Music, Dance AY26-27

Location
University Park, IL
Pay
$500 – $3,750 per course
Type
Part-time · In-Person
Posted
October 9, 2026

About this position

Location: Governors State University, IL Job Type: Adjunct Faculty Job Number: ADJ202600018 Division: Division Of Arts And Letters Department: Div Of Arts And Letters FLSA: Exempt Bargaining Unit 0 Description Adjuncts are hired on a course basis each term. Salary Range for Adjuncts teaching in this academic area is $500.00 - $3,750.00 per course. Governors State University's College of Arts and Sciences seeks to create an available pool of Adjunct Faculty candidates to teach courses in our Theatre and Performance Studies program. Courses taught by adjunct faculty in the above program are primarily for undergraduates. Depending on qualifications and experience, graduate teaching opportunities may be available. Please visit the Division of Arts and Letters for more information about the program and courses offered. We are particularly interested in adjunct faculty to teach courses in a variety of areas:In Dance, classes in Hip Hop, World Dance, African Dance, and Dance Therapy. In Music, classes in music history and theory such as African American Music, History of Jazz, 20th Century Music. In Theatre and Performance Studies, classes such as introductory theatre, storytelling, acting, directing, voice, movement, stagecraft, makeup design, sound design, scene design, costume design, lighting design, and stage management. Interested individuals are invited to complete a faculty profile, attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and a list of references for consideration. At Governors State University, adjunct faculty are hired as temporary faculty with teaching responsibilities for a specific course in a semester or summer session. Adjuncts are not part of the faculty bargaining unit and are not included in membership of the Faculty Senate. Required and Preferred Qualifications Minimum Qualifications A Master's degree in Theatre, Performance Studies, Dance, Music, or a related discipline. Preferred Qualifications The ideal candidate will have experience teaching undergraduate, graduate, and/or online courses. Professional experience is also highly desired. Supplemental Information Please attach the following documents to your application:Cover letter CV or Resume Transcripts List of three professional references with current contact information.

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How the pay compares

Medians across listings on this board that disclose per-course pay, updated daily.

This listing
$3,750
Music & Performing Arts median
$2,700/ course, n=86
Illinois median
$1,257/ course, n=244

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