Tenure Track Position in Drama in Education

[Kathryn Brennan]

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University of Windsor - School of Dramatic Art

Position Title: Tenure-Track Position - Drama in Education

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 to commence July 1, 2002 at
the rank of Assistant Professor. This position is subject to final
budgetary approval.

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
Dramatic Art offers honours degree programs in Acting, Music Theatre, Drama
in Education and Drama, 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 should hold a Ph.D. or Ed.D. in Drama in Education or a closely
related area by the date of appointment. Applicants must have demonstrated
teaching ability at the intermediate/senior level and a familiarity with
the new Ontario drama curricula. In addition, it is expected 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 course; 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 is expected.

The successful candidate will be largely responsible for the delivery of
curriculum courses for the intermediate/senior level within the Drama in
Education program 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 new
certificate programs for professionals.
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.

Applications will include: a letter of application; a curriculum vitae;
statements of teaching and creative activity interests; teaching
evaluations or other evidence of effective teaching; sample course
outlines; sample of creative and/or scholarly work; and three letters of
reference, forwarded by the referees.

To ensure full consideration, complete applications, including letters
reference, should be received by October 26, 2001 to:

         Prof. Diana Mady Kelly, Director, School of Dramatic Art
                University of Windsor, Windsor, ON N9B 3P4
             Phone: 519.253.3000, Ext. 2805, Fax: 519.971.3629
                        Email: madykel at uwindsor.ca

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.

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 web page at
www.uwindsor.ca/facultyrecruitment or by calling our toll free number
1-877-665-6608.