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Cornish College of the Arts Dance Department

Position: Assistant Professor of Dance, Core Faculty, beginning Fall 2010

Responsibilities
Teach all levels of ballet technique, men s technique, ballet partnering, and at least two other subject areas drawn from the following: additional dance forms, somatic and conditioning techniques, improvisation, choreography, dance technology, Laban Movement Analysis, music, history and theory. Choreograph for student concerts. Produce department concerts. Advise and mentor undergraduate dance majors. Participate in department and college governance. Participate in student recruitment. Contribute to the life of the Department and the College. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications
M.F.A. or equivalent professional experience. Significant professional experience in ballet. Minimum five years of experience teaching in professional setting. Choreographic experience. Ability to teach anatomically-sound technique in a student-centered environment. Ability to mentor students and contribute to the artistic and personal development of undergraduate dance majors. Ability to participate in and contribute to department and college governance. Commitment to multicultural perspectives and ability to relate well with a diverse community.

Department
The Dance Department is one of 7 departments in a private visual and performing arts college in Seattle, WA. A core faculty of 6 augmented by 15 adjunct faculty guide 80 undergraduate dance majors in a BFA program designed to prepare students for a broad range of professional opportunities.

Compensation
Assistant Professor entry level, $45,858. Excellent medical and dental coverage, and other benefits.

Application
Submit: a letter of application addressing qualifications and duties listed above; curriculum vitae; official Cornish College application (available at www.cornish.edu/jobs); 1-2 page statement of teaching philosophy, two current letters of reference. Send to
Dance Faculty Search
Human Resources Office
1000 Lenora St.
Seattle, WA 98121
Applications in Word or PDF format may be emailed to: hr@cornish.edu

Application Deadline: Must be postmarked by December 10, 2009

Cornish College of the Arts is an equal opportunity employer intent on enriching the diversity of its faculty, staff, and students. Our goal is to create an intercultural learning environment comprised of people with varied experiences and perspectives. We strongly encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups for all open positions.