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The Department of Theatre and Dance is home to faculty and staff members dedicated to providing undergraduate performers, designers, technicians, directors, educators, and creators with engaging and meaningful experiences. The successful candidate will, in collaboration with current faculty, seek to make Fredonia's programs more active, focused, and career-oriented in all areas of theatre.

Rewards & Benefits

• Competitive compensation plus comprehensive benefits plan including health, dental, and vision insurance and retirement plan options including a fixed pension plan or a 401(A) with generous employer contributions;
• Paid leave provisions including sick and holiday leave; impressive educational benefits including tuition-free study plus supplemental tuition aid;
• A rich array of services, programs and benefits to help employees advance in their career and enhance the quality of their personal life, including professional development programs and services, employee EAP and wellness programs, discounted membership to the on-campus fitness center, and access to the Campus and Community Child Care Center.

KEY RESPONSBILITIES

Reporting to the Chair, the successful candidate will:

• Teach courses in the department's acting and directing sequence (BFA and BA), and other performance courses as applicable and qualified;
• Coordinate the yearly BFA performance showcase in NYC;
• Participate in the department's governing process by attending department meetings and serving on committees as assigned;
• Mentor students on performance projects and recitals outside of class time;
• Participate in student assessment through semester juries, recitals and other projects;
• Provide academic advisement to students;
• Participate in recruitment and auditioning student applicants to the department;
• Contribute to curriculum development and refinement;
• Participate in committees and provide service to the university and the profession;
• Encourage a positive work environment and the achievement of high standards;
• Be aware of, understand, and follow all university policies.

This is a full-time, term appointed, tenure track position beginning September 1, 2026 at an annual salary of $50,063-$57,000, commensurate with experience.

Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• MFA or PhD in a Theatre or Theatre-related discipline from an accredited institution by August 2026;
• University Teaching Experience;
• Directing Experience at the University Level and/or Professional Level;
• Acting Experience at the University and/or Professional level;
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to work with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff and constituents in support of both the campus and department's mission.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Business of Acting / Acting for Media experience at the university and/or professional level;
• Professional acting and/or directing credits with union affiliation;
• Professional experience and teaching expertise which may include Business of Acting, Acting for Media, Acting Styles, Dialects, Movement, Musical Theatre, or other specializations.

About SUNY Fredonia

The State University of New York at Fredonia is one of the crown jewels in the 64-campus State University of New York system. Founded in 1826, Fredonia is a highly ranked comprehensive, selective, public, residential, liberal arts university that enrolls approximately 4,000 undergraduate and graduate students in 80+ majors and 50+ minors. Fredonia is consistently ranked as a top public university for academics, value, and social mobility. Fredonia is known for its strong academic programs, professional, award-winning faculty, a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere, and a strong focus on student success. The 256-acre campus, known for beautiful green spaces and attractive architecture, is located one mile from the shore of Lake Erie in beautiful Western New York with ready access to fishing, swimming, and lakefront attractions. Fredonia is centrally located between several large metropolitan areas. It is one hour south of Buffalo and Niagara Falls, 45 minutes north of Erie, PA, and just 2 ½ hours from Pittsburgh, Cleveland, or Toronto. Fredonia is a safe village community with beautiful Victorian homes situated in the heart of Western New York wine country. The location affords res...idents all four authentic weather seasons; warm and sunshine-filled, yet comfortable spring and summer, vibrant colors across rolling hills with the changing leaves of autumn, and the picturesque landscapes and accompanying outdoor activities of winter. SUNY provides a competitive salary and benefits package. Fredonia's faculty and staff focus on ensuring that all students will achieve the Institutional Learning Goals: -SKILLED Develop Intellectual and Applied Skills, Literacies and Knowledge -CONNECTED Engage Community and Diversity: Local Stewardship, Global Citizenship -CREATIVE Demonstrate Scholarship, Artistry, and Innovation -RESPONSIBLE Activate Sustainability, Ethics, Leadership, and Professionalism.

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