The NYFA Performing Arts Department, LA Campus, invites applications for an adjunct instructor to lead beginning to graduate-level training in Voice, Speech, and Movement within our various Acting for Film programs. We are looking for an integrated practitioner capable of bridging vocal production and physical expression, helping actors develop a free, responsive, and physically expressive instrument.
The ideal candidate possesses deep expertise in established somatic and vocal methodologies (e.g., Linklater, Fitzmaurice, Alexander Technique, Grotowski, Lecoq) and a proven track record of preparing actors for the demands of contemporary, classical, and screen performance.
The following responsibilities are general duties that a particular employee in this position may or may not be required to perform. The day-to-day duties required of this position may vary.
- Deliver instruction in accordance with the learning objectives set for the course, including practical skills, methods, theories and techniques.
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Develop & manage course syllabus materials & lesson plans.
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Facilitate peer assessment and encourage discussion & constructive criticism in class.
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Assess student work, including but not limited to, assigning projects, papers and exercises.
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Submit attendance & grades promptly to the Registrar’s Office, and inform the appropriate administrative staff if students are not meeting academic standards and need academic support; if students are suspected of committing plagiarism; if incidents occur in class which cause an unsafe learning environment for students & faculty.
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Adhere to institution-wide policies & procedures and follow the correct protocol with respect to disciplining students.
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Attend & participate in faculty meetings and/or departmental curricular meetings, if requested by Chair of the Department.
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Broad & in-depth knowledge of the subject area or discipline where they teach.
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Substantial professional experience in their respective department.
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Excellent oral and written communication skills.
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Excellent interpersonal skills.
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Excellent computer skills in a Google Classroom environment.
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Ethical/Honest - evidence of the practice of a high level of confidentiality.
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Excellent organizational skills.
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Collaborative – willing to work with fellow instructors on any required departmental work, such as curricular development and planning.
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Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and substantial industry & teaching experience for instructors teaching undergraduate and certificate programs.
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Minimum of a Master’s degree and substantial industry & teaching experience for instructors teaching graduate programs or courses in the Liberal Arts & Sciences.
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In the absence of an undergraduate or graduate degree, the instructor’s training, exceptional body of work, relevant experience, teaching experience and training in their specified field will be evaluated & documented in a formal degree-level rubric.
The following machines, tools, equipment and / or software are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. Actual machines, tools, equipment and/ or software used will vary.
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Office equipment including, but not limited to, computer, phone, copier and calculator.
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Google Classroom
The following environmental / atmospheric working conditions are commonly, but not always, associated with the performance of this position. The actual working conditions will vary.
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School environment.
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Film Shoots
New York Film Academy (NYFA) is an equal opportunity employer. Prospective employees will receive consideration without discrimination because of race, creed, color, sex, gender, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, mental disability, physical disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.
