Position Summary
The Department of Theatre in the College of Arts and Sciences at North Central College invites applications for a non-tenure-track adjunct position teaching Theatre 245 to begin 1/6/2026. This is an 8-week 2-credit course. This position will teach a 2-credit course in stage management. The course introduces the administrative skills sets of stage management while exploring the relationship between the artistry and execution of producing plays and musicals. Students learn production protocols create a prompt book and explore the forms and formats needed to maintain professional standards while working with directors actors and the technical crew. The successful candidate will have experience with stage management and college level teaching is preferred. Applicants must demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring of students and ongoing scholarship. Instruction will take place on campus. Applicants with professional experience are especially desired. Qualified applicants should have completed 18 credit hours of graduate coursework in theatre- related study but equivalent experience will be considered. Experience teaching at the college level is preferred. Founded in 1861 North Central College is a nationally recognized institution of about 3000 students located in Naperville IL a thriving suburb just west of Chicago. The College is in a period of growth with the addition of a $60 million Science Center (2017) and a new Health Sciences and Engineering building (2020). North Central College is within walking distance of the Naperville Metra station and is next to downtown Naperville. The Naperville area is home to many excellent school districts and Naperville IL has been ranked as one of the best places to live by Money magazine. For more information please visit: . North Central College is an EEO Employer. Interested candidates should complete an application submit a cover letter resume and references using the following link: . For further information contact Laura Lodewyck Chair Theatre Department at Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.