Assistant Professor Theatre Technology

Here, a life is changed every day.

A possibility becomes a probability.

A dream becomes reality.
 

We invite you to join our community of passionate Assistant Professors, Theatre Technology faculty who are devoted to inspiring brighter tomorrows through the power of education. For more than 50 years, our Valencia has proudly pioneered new ways to make secondary education accessible while adopting innovative solutions to learning.
 

At Valencia College, we believe that “anyone can learn anything under the right conditions.” With this goal in mind, we work to support students in achieving their academic and career goals. Faculty are essential to the College’s ambitious goals and to improving the lives of our students. We hope you’ll consider applying to join our team!

 

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About the School of Arts, Entertainment and Design:

The School of Arts, Entertainment, and Design is a dynamic, creative community where artistic vision meets innovation and technology. Our programs span graphic design, digital media, fine and performing arts, music, dance, theatre, film, and entertainment design.
 

Faculty and students collaborate closely with industry professionals in an energetic, hands-on environment that values creativity, collaboration, and real-world experience. We are committed to inspiring talent, building strong portfolios, and preparing the next generation of artists and creative professionals.

Faculty Responsibilities

The faculty member will teach the following classes:

• Basic Stagecraft, Introduction to Stage Lighting, Foundations of Tech Design, Survey of Entertainment Tech, Advanced Technical Production, and others as needed within the discipline
• Full-time instructional faculty are required to work a minimum of 40-hours per week, which includes the following responsibilities:
  • Teaching
  • Course Preparation
  • Student Engagement
  • Professional Development
  • Institutional service

Assistant Professor Instructional Workload:
 

• Fall: 18 contact hours
• Spring: 18 contact hours
• Summer: 0 Contact hours

Note: A contact hour refers to one hour of direct instructional time with students per week. For example, a course that meets three hours per week counts as 3 contact hours.

• The length of the contract is in accordance with the academic calendar.

What are the Position Requirements:

• A preferred Bachelor’s degree from a regionally accredited institution by the official start date (August 2026) in theater, stagecraft, entertainment technology, entertainment production, entertainment engineering, live show production, television production, audio production, audio technology, multimedia production or digital media OR an Associate’s degree from a regionally accredited institution in discipline and demonstrated professional experience in entertainment technology and demonstrated competency in the discipline.
• This position will offer Face-to-Face, Mixed Mode, and Online modalities. For more information about course type modalities, please click here. Note: Mixed-Mode is a hybrid modality that includes face-to-face and asynchronous online instruction weekly.
• Please note that you will need to establish and maintain Florida residency within 30 days from your start date if selected for this position.

Salary Information:
Salary is determined based on relevant work experience and the highest degree earned. The salary ranges for each degree level are outlined below:

Associates: $40,505 – 49,500 Per Year
Bachelors: $42,347 – $51,751 Per Year
Masters: $46,027 – $56,248 Per Year
Masters+30: $49,709 – $60,748 Per Year
Doctorate: $51,550 – $62,998 Per Year

What is Our Process:

• Application collection begins: January 2026
• Application closing date: February 23rd, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST
• Application Engagement Begins: March-April 2026
• Anticipated start date: August 18, 2026 (Fall 2026)

Why Work for Valencia College:

Our total rewards program provides full-time faculty a wide-ranging combination of pay, paid time off, FICA alternative, professional development, work/life balance in a meaningful, collaborative work environment, and so much more.

We invite you to complete the online application form and include the following required materials:

• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial transcripts [must be uploaded at the time of application submission]. Note: degree must be conferred by the time of hire.
• Applicants must complete the entire online application form, including the work history section, even if attaching a resume. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
• The names and contact information for three (3) professional references. Professional references will be contacted for finalist candidates only.

Additional Information:
 

• This is a grant-funded position supported by the Perkins Grant, with an anticipated end date of May 4, 2027.
• Applicants with degrees from institutions from outside of the United States, are required to complete the following steps:
  • Provide a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts and degrees. It is the applicant’s responsibility to have any foreign transcripts evaluated prior to submission through an authorized evaluation service such as World Education Services. For a list of acceptable evaluation services, please visit https://www.naces.org/members.
• This position is not eligible for Veteran’s Preference under Florida Statute 295.07(5)(a), F.S.

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