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Course Information:

Course descriptions can be viewed on the Undergraduate and Graduate Studies Academic Calendars

Undergraduate studies - Academic Calendar

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Appointment Start Date:

Appointment End Date:

Number of Appointments:

1

Posting Information:

Key Responsibilities:

Course Development and Delivery:

- Deliver engaging and informative lectures seminars and tutorials that align with the course outline and objectives.
- Utilize various teaching methods and technologies to enhance student learning and participation to comply with accessibility requirements and to address the diversity of the material.
- Design and develop course materials if required in alignment with the established curriculum including syllabi lecture notes presentations and reading lists.

Assessment and Evaluation:

- Create administer and grade assignments exams projects and other assessments.
- Provide clear assessment criteria
- Provide clear and constructive feedback to students on their performance.
- Maintain student grades ensuring appropriate access and privacy.

Student Support:

- Hold regular office hours to provide academic support and guidance to students.
- Respond to student inquiries and concerns in a timely and professional manner.
- Foster a supportive and inclusive classroom environment that encourages student engagement and collaboration.

Collaboration and Communication:

- Work collaboratively with department faculty and staff to ensure course content and delivery meet academic standards.
- Participate in meetings where appropriate and contribute to curriculum development and improvement.
- Communicate effectively with students colleagues and university administration.

Administrative Duties:

- Oversee the work assigned to graduate and undergraduate teaching assistants.




- Complete administrative tasks related to course management such as submitting grades by the Registrars Office deadline and prior to the end of the appointment and maintaining course records to be provided to the hiring unit at the end of the appointment.
- Adhere to university policies and procedures regarding academic integrity grading student conduct accessibility and student information including Policies 33 46 70 and 71.
- Coordinate course logistics including scheduling of course support.
- Complete training required for the position as specified by the University and/or the hiring unit.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

- Communication Skills:Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Organizational Skills:Ability to manage course materials assessments and student records efficiently.
- Student Engagement:Ability to engage and motivate students fostering a positive learning environment.
- Inclusivity:Ability to recognize and address the diverse needs of students including cultural linguistic and learning differences and to implement inclusive teaching practices
- Professionalism:Adherence to university policies and procedures including academic integrity and student conduct.

Education: A terminal degree (MFA Masters or PhD) preferred but not required and/or 5 years of qualified experience in theatre arts stage/production management or related production and design fields. Experience/Qualifications: Demonstrate 3 years of relevant teaching experience and demonstrate effectiveness in post-secondary instruction. Candidates should possess in-depth knowledge of course subject matter including practical hands-on production experience creative team facilitation and advanced small-group communication practices. Familiarity with relevant pedagogical approaches digital learning platforms or instructional technologies appropriate to course delivery (including online environments where applicable) is also considered an asset.Department or School Name: SCCH - Theatre and PerformanceDepartment Head Name: Paul Cegys (Workday)



Jay Dolmage (Approver)Campus: UWDelivery Mode: IN PERSONCourse Credit Weight0.5Audience UndergraduateWage Rate9688.93Anticipated Enrolment #: 10Enrolment Cap #: 18TA Support: noCo-Teaching: yes - close collaboration and co-ordination with teaching staff and guest artists is requiredSpecial Topics Course: noNew Course Development: noSignficiant Course Development: noCourse-Specific Information: Times required outside of class times: Tuesdays throughout the term from 3 - 4 p.m. for Production meetings January 12 (second Tuesday of the month) 5:30 - 9:30 p.m. Run-for-lights 7th week of the term from 5:30 - 9:30 -production critical reflection on the final Friday of the term from 1:30-4:30There will also be 3-4 hours of group marking/feedback during the exam period and 4-5 hours of group marking outside of class scheduled based on instructor collaboration with the stage productions Director is required

Equity Statement

The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research learning teaching and community building and is coordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations.

The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students faculty and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity anti-racism and inclusion. As such we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized including applicants who identify as First Nations Métis and/or Inuk (Inuit) Black racialized a person with a disability women and/or 2SLGBTQ.

Positions are open to qualified candidates who are legally entitled to work in Canada.

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📌 Sessional Appointment THPERF 002 Production Practicum (Ontario)
🏢 University of Waterloo
📍 Ontario