Adjunct Instructor - Long Island University : Job Details

Join to apply for the Adjunct Instructor role at Long Island University

22 hours ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Join to apply for the Adjunct Instructor role at Long Island University

Long Island University Brooklyn is seeking a dynamic and experienced Improv Instructor to join our BFA Acting for Theatre, Film & Television adjunct faculty.The ideal candidate will have a strong background in improvisational theater and performance, with experience both as a performer and educator. In addition, the candidate will be well-versed in current trends in Improvisation, and will have recent Improv performance experience on their resume. This position involves teaching students the fundamentals of improvisation, including spontaneity, collaboration, character development, and scene work, while fostering creativity and confidence in a supportive learning environment.Key Responsibilities

• Teach introductory improv courses to First Year BFA Acting undergraduate students.
• Develop engaging lesson plans, exercises, and performance opportunities that enhance students' improv skills.
• Instruct students in core improv principles, including “Yes, And” thinking, active listening, quick thinking, and ensemble work.
• Encourage students to take creative risks and develop their sense of freedom to fail.
• Provide constructive feedback and individual mentorship to students.
• Stay current with industry trends and integrate contemporary improv techniques into the curriculum.

Qualifications

• Required:
• Bachelor's degree in Theater, Performance Studies, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).
• Significant experience in improvisational theater, both as a performer, and as an instructor.
• Knowledge of various improv styles, including short-form and long-form improvisation.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and classroom management skills.
• A passion for teaching and mentoring students from diverse backgrounds.
• Experience teaching at the college or university level.
• Connections to the professional improv and comedy scene.

Application ProcessTo apply, please submit:

• A current CV or résumé.
• Video content of Improv performances (if applicable)
• Contact information for at least three professional educational references.

Located in the heart of Downtown Brooklyn, The LIU Brooklyn B.F.A. Acting program is designed for students interested in rigorous, studio training in Acting for Theatre, Film and Television. Just a 20-minute subway ride from the center of the theatre universe, the BFA Acting program works in collaboration with The New Group, one of off-Broadway's most respected theatre companies, to provide a comprehensive education with practical, professional applications, preparing our students to be working members of the modern entertainment industry. With fewer than 60 students, the BFA Acting program offers personalized attention and a course of study that is tailored to each student's needs. The campus's downtown Brooklyn location offers students a unique opportunity to be a part of the New York acting community from the moment they become part of the program.LIU is an equal opportunity employer. LIU is committed to extending equal opportunity in employment to all qualified candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of our academic community. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or parental status, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, veteran or military status, age, disability, or any other basis protected by applicable laws. Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the United States.

Seniority level

• Seniority levelAssociate

Employment type

• Employment typePart-time

Job function

• Job functionEducation and Training
• IndustriesHigher Education

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Long Island University by 2x

Sign in to set job alerts for “Adjunct Instructor” roles.Adjunct Instructor in Business - Multiple PositionsDon't see a role for you? Drop your resume here!Adjunct Faculty - Tobin College of Business (multiple departments)

Jamaica, NY $5,000.00-$8,500.00 3 months ago

Adjunct Instructor – Higher Education Leadership ProgramsAdjunct Instructor Department of English and World Languages and Literature

New York, NY $3,000.00-$10,000.00 6 months ago

Adjunct Faculty, Stern College for Women

New York, NY $3,000.00-$6,000.00 6 months ago

Part-Time Instructor, Computer Science, Fall 2025Part Time Integrated Education & Training InstructorAdjunct Instructor (s), Introduction to TechnologyAdjunct Instructor, Business CommunicationsAdjunct Instructor, Advanced Business StrategyAdjunct Faculty-Teaching With TechnologyFuture Opportunity - Teacher Instructional CoachAdjunct Instructor, Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of MathematicsAdjunct Faculty - Introduction to Ethics

We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.

#J-18808-Ljbffr