Sessional - Faculty (THTR 1110)

Application Restrictions Open to both Internal and external Job Type Faculty (Sessional) Posting In effect from 20/4/2026 Closing Application Date 4/5/2026 Applications will be reviewed commencing the closing application date and may continue until the position is filled. Instructional Type Academic/Career(max 24 credits) Anticipated Start Date 11/1/2027 Position End Date (If Applicable) 28/4/2027

Duties

The Department of Literatures, Languages, and Performing Arts at Thompson Rivers University requires a sessional instructor to teach one section of Acting Appreciation (THTR 1110) in Winter 2027. Instruction in THTR 1110 includes an examination of some basic aspects of acting including: stage movement, improvisation, and character development. This course is designed to develop the actor’s inner resources so they can begin to appreciate that acting, like other traditional art forms, demands a methodical approach for the development of a techniques that can then be applied in the presentation of a finished product.

Qualifications

M.F.A.(Theatre/ Performance) Required. All candidates should submit a current CV including names of 3 referees along with contact information. Pay Band $2,575.50 - $2,575.50 ( Sessional Faculty - Academic (per credit) ) Location Kamloops, BC CA (Primary) # of Hires Needed 1 Organizational Unit Thompson Rivers University -> Faculty of Arts -> Literatures, Languages & Performing Arts Diversity and Inclusion Commitment: Thompson Rivers University is strongly committed to hiring based on merit with a focus on fostering diversity of thought within our community. We welcome those who would contribute to the further diversification of our staff, our faculty and its scholarship including, but not limited to, women, Indigenous, Black and People of Colour, persons with disabilities and persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity. Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. NOTE: To learn more about Thompson Rivers University or living in Kamloops or Williams Lake please visit our Careers website. External Candidates invited to interview will be required to bring a copy of their transcripts to the interview.