Assistant Professor, Technical Theatre (South Campus)

Job Profile Summary

Broward College in sunny South Florida, is one of the largest state colleges in the country, with an enrollment of approximately 50,000 students, supported by 4,000 employees. The College was rated as a best-in-state employer by Forbes and a top 10 community college by the Aspen Institute.

The college invites applications for a full-time contract eligible teaching position in Technical Theatre. The ideal candidate will share the college’s commitment to educating its students and meeting the college’s great responsibility to the educational attainment and economic well-being of our student population and the surrounding community as we make Broward College the number one destination for academic excellence.

This position is a yearly two-semester (163-day) contract that begins in August 2026.

Minimum Qualifications & Experience:

• M.F.A. in Technical Theatre. Must have the ability to promote a collaborative, team-based environment to fulfill artistic, scheduling, and resource needs.

This full-time faculty position will provide release time to the incumbent to perform as the Scenic Designer/Technical Director responsible for designing and coordinating all scenic activities (scenery construction, painting, and props) for departmental mainstage productions.

The successful candidate will:

• Demonstrate (1) a mastery of their specific discipline; (2) a deep commitment to the college mission of fostering student success, academic achievement, and persistence; (3) technological competence; and (4) the ability to use skills and
• strategies that engage students in ways that facilitate learning and prepare students for productive lives.
• Serve as Scenic Designer and Technical Director for two Mainstage theatrical productions and two Second Stage theatrical productions each year by helping faculty and staff achieve production and educational goals of the department.
• The technical director assigns, coordinates, and oversees production planning, operations, budgeting for scenic elements, scheduling of construction, and assists student workers.
• Scenic Designer and Technical Director duties include but are not limited to:Attending department meetings; attending and reporting at production and design meetings; securing lighting designers, sound designers and other contracted technical expertise as needed; maintaining equipment, inventory, and upkeep of shop and theatre spaces; design of scenic elements of all productions; preparation of design renderings and construction drawings; purchasing materials and supplies for productions; managing projects to ensure fulfillment of production vision, schedules, and deadlines; establishing and maintaining production budgets and expenditures; teaching courses in elements of design for theatre or related topics such as stagecraft, or special topics in theatre; advising technical theatre students; enrolling and assisting all students while ensuring proper training and adherence to safety procedures/standards.
• Employ teaching methods to accommodate various levels of academic preparation and incorporate appropriate and engaging technology across different modalities of instruction to facilitate student learning.
• Facilitate the needs of different learners across programs by implementing responsive pedagogical techniques and effective practices for engaging students.
• Have a willingness to examine and adapt one's instructional, relational, and classroom practices to more effectively engage and support students.
• Engage in student consultation, course preparation, review of course outlines, and preparation of course syllabi.
• Provide prompt and constructive support to students through regular office hours and timely feedback on assessments and activities; provide prompt feedback to student emails; adhere to all reporting deadlines such as grade processing, enrollment verification, syllabus submission, and textbook adoption.
• Participate in service to the college and its community; participate in curriculum development, the review and assessment of student learning outcomes, shared academic decision making, faculty organizations, and departmental course and program reviews.
• Engage in continued professional development, such as attending educational and disciplinary conferences.

Application Package:

1. Cover Letter - Letter of formal application that addresses how experience and education qualifies the candidate to perform the assigned responsibilities

2. Résumé - Detailed curriculum vitae of all educational and professional experience, which includes a list of courses taught

3. Transcript - Unofficial conferred transcript that includes degree received and conferral date. International transcripts must include a foreign transcript evaluation. For a list of approved credential evaluation services visit: . (Unofficial transcripts are acceptable for the application process; official transcripts will be required prior to hire.)

4. A statement of teaching philosophy

5. Evidence of teaching effectiveness, which may include

• Course evaluations

• Sample course syllabi

• Evidence of recent experience working with a variety of students

If a candidate does not have any teaching experience, an overview of professional work experience as it relates to the essential functions of this position will also be accepted. As part of the application package, candidates should also indicate their strengths and experiences with innovative pedagogies.

This position may be eligible for additional compensation based on teaching load and supplemental assignments, as determined by the needs of the College.

Our Culture – At Broward College, our leaders embody a culture of competence, care, character, composure, and courage. We prioritize serving each other and our students through high-quality guidance, mutual respect, resilience, and fair, thoughtful decision-making, all while upholding the values of integrity, transparency, and honesty.

Broward College offers an exceptional benefits package, including, but not limited to:

• Affordable High Quality Healthcare Insurance (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Options – Florida Retirement System (FRS) Pension Plan or the FRS Investment Plan

• Wellness Program

• Personal and Sick Leave accruals

• Winter and Spring Break Off

• Paid Parental Leave

• Tuition Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement are available to employees and family members

Job Title

Assistant Professor, Technical Theatre (South Campus)

Position Number

P0002235

Job Status

Full time Regular

Department

South Academics Humanities

Location

South Campus

Pay Grade

Faculty - Full Time

Salary

$47,000 - $78,644 (Salary commensurate with education, experience and courseload)

Work Shift

Varies

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday/Weekends/Varies

Hours Per Week

35

Posting End Date

Open Until Filled