Faculty Position

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School of Dramatic Art

Tenure -Track Position - Drama in Education and Community

The University of Windsor's School of Dramatic Art seeks applications from
dynamic and experienced drama educators for a  tenure-track position within
the B.A. (Hons.) Program in Drama in Education and Community to commence
July 1, 2003 at the rank of Assistant Professor. This position is subject
to final budgetary approval.

The  School  of  Dramatic  Art  at  the University of Windsor is one of the
oldest  and best established theatre and drama programs in the country. Our
graduates  have made a mark in education and on both the world stage and in
film.  Currently  the School of Dramatic Art offers honours degree programs
in  Acting,  Drama in Education and Community, and Dramatic Art, and a wide
ranging  subscription season of plays through University Players that serve
the  community.  For  further information about the School of Dramatic Art,
visit our web site at  www.uwindsor.ca/drama.

The City of Windsor has a vital and expanding cultural community and we are
within  easy  driving distance to Stratford, Toronto, Detroit, and Chicago.
Boundless  opportunities  exist  to  explore  and expand creative potential
within both the University setting and the community.

Applicants  are  expected  to  have  completed a Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Drama in
Education,  or an M.F.A. in Theatre Education, or a closely related area by
the date of appointment. Applicants must have demonstrated teaching ability
at  the  intermediate/senior  level and experience in the area of drama and
social  action.   The  successful  candidate  will  be  expected  to become
familiar  with  the Province of Ontario Arts Curricula.  In addition, it is
preferred  that the applicants have drama and/or theatre experience outside
of  a  classroom  setting.     Previous  experience of: university teaching
(especially  supervision  of  classroom  placements  and student individual
projects);   curriculum   planning  and  development;  teaching  additional
qualifications  courses;  as  well  as  the ability to teach in other areas
within  the  School are all considered assets. A demonstrated commitment to
research  and  publication in Drama in Education and Community is expected.
The  successful  candidate  will be largely responsible for the delivery of
courses  relating  to Drama in the Classroom and Drama in the Community and
will  work  alongside  other  faculty to develop new areas  in our program,
namely  a focus area in Drama/Theatre for Social Change within our existing
B.A.(Hons)  Program in Drama in Education and Community and new certificate
programs for professionals.

Applications   should  include:   a  letter  of  application,  including  a
statement  of  citizenship/immigration status; a detailed curriculum vitae;
statements  of teaching interests  and creative activity interests;  sample
of  creative  and/or  scholarly  work;  sample  course  outlines;  teaching
evaluations  or other evidence of teaching effectiveness; and three current
letters   of   reference   forwarded  by  the  referees.   To  ensure  full
consideration,  complete  applications,  including  letters  of  reference,
should be received by November 15, 2002 to:

    Prof. Lionel Walsh, Director, School of Dramatic Art, University of
                       Windsor, Windsor, ON N9B 3P4
Phone: 519.253.3000, Ext. 2805, Fax: 519.971.3629, Email:
walsha at uwindsor.ca

Applications  may  still  be  received after the deadline date.  If you are
unable  to  submit the application by the deadline date, you should contact
the  Director   to  alert  the  Director   that  you  intend  to  submit an
application  after  the deadline date. If you are viewing the advertisement
after  the  deadline  date, you should contact the Director to find out the
status  of  the  search  and  discuss  the  possibility  of  submitting  an
application.

The  University  of  Windsor  is  committed  to equity and diversity in the
workplace  and  welcomes applications from Aboriginal peoples, persons with
disabilities  and  members  of visible minorities.  Applications from women
are  particularly  encouraged.   Priority  will  be  given to Canadians and
permanent residents of Canada.

To  ensure  that you are considered within the priorities of the Employment
Equity Program, you may self-identify in your letter of application or in a
separate  letter  to the Presidential Commission on Employment Equity which
is   mandated   to   oversee   the  implementation  of  employment  equity.
Self-identification letters may be forwarded to the Presidential Commission
on  Employment  Equity, Office of Faculty Recruitment and Retention (OFRR),
325  Chrysler Hall Tower, University of Windsor, Windsor, Ontario, N9B 3P4.
Information  on  Employment  Equity  can  be  found  on the OFRR webpage at
www.uwindsor.ca/facultyrecruitment  or  by  calling  our  toll  free number
877-665-6608.

The  University of Windsor, one of Ontario's leading academic institutions,
provides  "the  degree  that  works,"  an  innovative  and  student-focused
approach  which  prepares  its  graduates  for  the challenges of tomorrow.
Information  about  the University of Windsor and its programs may be found
at   www.uwindsor.ca.  Also visit us at   www.uwindsor.ca/facultypositions.
For  additional  information  about  this  position  and  employment at the
University  of  Windsor,  contact  Dr  Janice  Drakich,  Director,  Faculty
Recruitment at 1-877-665-6608 or recruit at uwindsor.ca.