Adjunct Instructor - Ballet

Utah Valley University
Orem, UT

Position Announcement

Utah Valley University offers adjunct faculty the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the next generation of dancers by teaching in a program that values both technical excellence and artistic growth. In this role, instructors may teach across a range of courses—including Ballet Technique and Theory at all levels, Pointe, Variation, Character Dance, Music for Ballet Dancers, and Choreography—bringing their expertise directly into a student-centered learning environment. UVU supports faculty who are committed to thoughtful course design, clear learning objectives, and high-quality instruction grounded in both practice and performance.

Adjunct faculty at UVU join a collaborative department that values professionalism, preparation, and engaged teaching. Instructors develop and follow approved course plans, create meaningful instructional materials, and assess student learning through written, oral, practical, and performance-based evaluations. The role is well-suited for educators who take pride in timely communication, organized course management, and active participation in departmental expectations, including required adjunct meetings. It’s an opportunity to contribute to a vibrant dance community while shaping a supportive and rigorous educational experience for students.

Summary of Responsibilities

  • Teaches courses in one or more of the following areas: all levels of Ballet Technique and Theory, Pointe, Variation, Character Dance, Music for Ballet Dancers, and Choreography.
  • Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study with measurable objectives for each course taught.
  • Prepares instructional materials, evaluates instruction and learning by means of written, oral, practical, and performance tests; maintains a student-oriented approach to teaching, submits student grades and all requested departmental materials in a timely manner.
  • Attends mandatory adjunct meetings.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

A high school diploma with teaching and/or professional experience in ballet.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

  • Knowledge of subject matter and course content of courses taught.
  • Effective interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
  • Must be able to motivate and evaluate students and interact effectively with other dance faculty.

Utah Valley University’s dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

Although part-time and adjunct (less than 30 hours per week) employees are ineligible for the full-time employee benefits package, the university is pleased to offer the following:

  • Undergraduate tuition remission benefit:
    • Part-time: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for up to 3 credit hours or 1 course after 6 consecutive months of employment and a minimum of 480 hours worked (dependents do not qualify)
    • Adjunct: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for one course per semester in which there is an active teaching assignment at the university (dependents do not qualify)
  • Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Access to Campus Recreation and Wellness
  • Exclusive cash rewards through Utah Community Credit Union’s (UCCU) branch on UVU’s campus when becoming a member
01 What is your highest level of education?
  • High School or equivalent
  • Associates
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  • Masters
  • Ph.D.
  • Ph.D. (abd)
  • Juris Doctorate
02 How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?
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