Instructor, Theatre History (3055)

For the past 50 years the Theatre Department has been training professionals in the entertainment industry. Inside of our two-year program, we work closely with the students in an ensemble setting. Bringing in industry professionals, as well as working closely with the arts community, we supply our students with an array of experience that prepares them for work in the field. Small class sizes, community opportunities, and individual support makes the Theatre Department at VIU an ideal place of employment for anyone in the performing arts.

Employment Group

VIUFA

Position Number

00382

Division

Faculty of Arts and Humanities

Department

Theatre

Campus

Nanaimo campus *Successful candidates must be able to attend in person on campus as required.

Location

Nanaimo, British Columbia

Country

Canada

Appointment Type

temporary part-time

Workload

Two courses (six hours of instruction) in each the Spring and Fall semesters plus office hours

Pay Level

VIUFA F2: temporary instructional.

Starting Salary

$8,196.30 per assigned course consisting of three workload hours. The rate for any courses requiring fewer or greater hours shall be prorated based on this standard.

Appointment Start Date

04-Jan-2027

Appointment End Date

31-Dec-2027

Leave Replacement

Appointment may be extended or end early, depending on return of incumbent.

Additional Information

Spring 2027 semester contract dates: January 4 to May 21, 2027; Fall 2027 semester contract dates: August 16 to December 31, 2027, with a break in employment between the semesters. Subject to funding and enrollment.

Applicant Documents

CV/Resume, Cover Letter, Name and contact information of recent supervisors willing to provide a reference

Posted Date

24-Sep-2026

Closing Date

21-Oct-2026

Job Reference

3055

Documents

• VIUFA Sessional Workload Examples
  (PDF, 92.46kb)

Duties:

The successful candidate will develop, prepare and deliver lectures, and seminars to students in the Theatre Department commencing with the Spring 2027 semester and then the Fall 2027 semester subject to a successful evaluation in the Spring.

Faculty are responsible for preparing and delivering classes, designing and grading student assignments and tests, facilitating the students' integration of theory and practice, holding weekly office hours, and evaluating student progress. Secondary responsibilities include record keeping and general department curriculum maintenance as pertains to the courses being taught.

The following two courses are timetabled in the Spring 2027 semester:

THEA 112: Theatre History I
Tuesday and Thursday 10:00-11:30

THEA 212: Theatre History III
Tuesday and Thursday 13:00-14:30

The Fall 2027 courses will be (possibly subject to change):

THEA 111: Introduction to Theatre
Tuesday and Thursday 10:00-11:30

THEA 211: Theatre History II
Tuesday and Thursday 13:00-14:30

Candidates must demonstrate commitment to teaching, learning and student success through scholarship and institutional service. Successful candidates will participate in a wide range of activities outside the classroom, including student support; institutional, faculty and departmental committee meetings and other initiatives; and professional activities in keeping with their disciplines in and outside the institution.

Required Qualifications:

Master's degree in related field from an appropriately accredited institution and a minimum four years' recent experience. A combination of education and experience may be considered for candidates with exceptional demonstrated experience.

• Education and experience with related fields to course description
• Recent teaching or lecturing experience with adults at the post-secondary level
• Strong general background in theatre and/or performing arts
• Demonstrated interpersonal skills working as a team member
• Strong organizational skills and demonstrated ability to meet deadlines
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Sensitivity to the needs of a wide variety of adult students

Preferred Qualifications:

• PHD or Master's degree in Theatre History or a related discipline
• Industry Affiliations in appropriate area
• Experience developing course material and curriculum
• Experience with publishing course material to a Learning Management System

VIU is pleased to offer eligible employees a comprehensive benefit plan; ample paid holiday time; professional development opportunities and a desirable pension plan. As part of the VIU campus community, our employees work with supportive colleagues within an encouraging environment and are provided with the tools and training that promote learning and development. The perks of VIU employment are multiple, and include well-being initiatives and services, strategic discounts, and flexible work opportunities.

Note: 

• Short-listed candidates must provide original transcripts, or applicable original certifications at time of interview.
• All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• Vancouver Island University (VIU) is collectively committed to building and sustaining a diverse and inclusive working and learning environment for faculty, staff, and students.  In our journey towards greater diversity, we invite applications from members of equity-seeking communities including women, racialized and Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, persons of all gender identities and sexual orientations who bring value to the VIU community through their lived experiences.  We encourage members of all equity-seeking groups to self-identify within their application cover letter.  When a candidate voluntarily discloses this information in their cover letter, the information will be used only for the fulfillment of the career opportunity.  Disclosure and/or self-identification with an equity-seeking group will not lead to advantageous treatment of a candidate who is not qualified.