Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:
California State University (CSU), Chico is a comprehensive and residential public university, holding Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation. Chico State operates as part of the 23-campus CSU system, which educates the most ethnically, economically, and academically diverse student body in the nation. The University enrolls over 14,000 students, with over half identifying as first-generation college students.
Chico State is committed to recruiting outstanding candidates. The ideal candidate will embrace our values predicated on the primacy of student success and the elimination of equity gaps, have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations, and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment.
Position Title: Academic Year Lecturer
College: Humanities and Fine Arts
Department/School: Music, Theatre and Dance
Salary:
Lecturer A/2 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $5,507 – $6,677 per month
Lecturer B/3 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $6,221 – $13,224 per month
Lecturer C/4 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $6,825 – $14,523 per month
Lecturer D/5 Full-Time Equivalent Salary Range: $8,593 – $15,211 per month
Anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience. Most new lecturers are hired at the Lecturer A or B rank. See the Faculty Salaries At-a-Glance guide for more information.
Priority Review Date: 3/31/2025; complete applications received after that date may be considered until position is filled.
Position Summary:
The Department of Music, Theatre and Dance is collecting application materials for a one-year (2026-2027) full-time academic year temporary faculty teaching opportunity (with the possibility of appointment in subsequent years) beginning August 19, 2026 in the area of Studio Voice Instruction and Theatre/Music Instruction. The ideal candidate would teach studio instruction in voice and classes in general education, majors class in general theatre or music, and/or specialized majors classes in musical theatre. We are especially interested in candidates committed to supporting the success of diverse student groups, including first-generation and underrepresented students.
Minimum Qualifications: The minimum education requirement for appointment to this position is a Master of Arts in Theatre, Master of Fine Arts in Theatre, or a Master of Music. The successful candidate should have demonstrated ability to teach studio voice instruction in the area of musical theatre. The successful candidate should provide evidence of their commitment to or experience promoting and fostering a learning environment that is supportive of individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Preferred Qualifications: Previous teaching experience at the university level is preferred. Keyboard skills and the ability to accompany students in various musical theatre styles are preferred. Ability to teach in areas beyond studio instruction is preferred.
Responsibilities: This lecturer position carries responsibilities in the areas of studio voice instruction, primarily focused on music theatre styles and repertoire, as well as additional teaching assignments based on the candidate’s strengths, background, and the needs of the department. The candidate should mentor students in the development of healthy, sustainable vocal technique, musicianship, stylistic versatility, and expressive performance practices appropriate to contemporary and traditional musical theatre. Instruction may include individual and group voice lessons, studio classes, and related coursework supporting vocal performance and musical preparation.
Faculty collaborate with colleagues to support student learning across classroom instruction, productions, and other departmental and school collaborations. Other responsibilities may include advising, recruiting, curriculum development, professional affiliations as appropriate, and other duties as assigned. This is a full-time position with a teaching load of 15 weighted teaching units per semester. Course assignments typically include general education and/or majors classes within the candidate’s teaching ability and may include Studio Voice Instruction, Contemporary Styles for Musical Theatre, Studio Voice Instruction, Acting for Musical Theatre, Contemporary Styles in Musical Theatre, Cabaret and Showcase, Fundamentals of Music for Musical Theatre, Music Theory, Aural Musicianship, music direction or direction of department productions, Directing, Directing II, Text Analysis, Introduction to Acting, Foundations of Drama, Foundations of Acting, Theatre History, or other courses aligned with the candidate’s expertise and departmental needs. Teaching assignments are based upon the qualifications of the individual and the needs of the department.
How to Apply:
Applicants must provide a current cover letter (including how you have addressed, or plan to address teaching to diverse student groups), a CV, a list of courses you believe you are qualified to teach and for which you wish to be considered, a copy of unofficial transcripts for your highest earned degree, and contact information of three professional references. Additional information and/or materials may be requested at a later time. All applicants must apply online; applications submitted via email or in-person to the department will not be considered. For information about specific courses offered, please refer to the University Catalog.
The Department:
The Department of Music, Theatre and Dance offers a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music with options in Music Education and Applied Music, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Music Industry and Technology with options in Music Industry and Recording Arts, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Theatre Arts, a Bachelor of Fine Arts in Musical Theatre as well as minors in music, theatre, and dance. The department faculty is comprised of 10 full-time and 27 part-time faculty. Please see our website at https://www.csuchico.edu/academics/college/humanities-fine-arts/departments/music-theatre-dance/index.shtml for more information.
Job-related questions should be directed to:
David Scholz
Department of Music, Theatre and Dance, Chico State
dmscholz@csuchico.edu
Benefits Information:
This position qualifies for benefits including tuition fee waiver (if eligible). California State University, Chico offers a number of benefits to its employees (e.g., sick leave, vacation, health insurance). For more information, please visit https://www.csuchico.edu/hr/benefits/index.shtml.
Additional Information:
All work must be performed within the State of California.
A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the CSU. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current CSU employees who apply for the position.
The person holding this position is considered a “mandated reporter” under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 (revised July 21, 2017) as a condition of employment.
Retired annuitants may accept work if the appointment meets CalPERS eligibility criteria to avoid reinstatement from retirement or interruption of benefits. Per Government Code 7522.56(c), the appointment must either address an emergency to prevent the stoppage of public business or require specialized skills for work of limited duration. If you are a CalPERS retiree and have any questions regarding your work eligibility, reach out to Faculty Affairs via email (facultyaffairs@csuchico.edu) or phone (530-898-5029).
For disability-related accommodations, please call the ADA Coordinator at (530) 898-5959.
All positions are contingent on funding.
About Chico State:
Graduate and undergraduate programs boast high-quality research experiences, exceptional faculty mentoring, and civic and global engagement opportunities. The campus motto, “Today Decides Tomorrow,” is brought to life by inclusive pedagogy, experiential learning, and co-curricular programming. The Chico Experience prepares students to be critical thinkers, engaged citizens, and inspired stewards of environmental, social, and economic resources. Together, they will become leaders solving the challenges of the 21st century.
The campus is located in Northern California, 90 minutes from the state capital, Sacramento, and a three-hour drive from the San Francisco Bay Area. Chico offers year-round natural beauty, outdoor leisure activities, and a thriving arts, music, and events scene. We acknowledge and are mindful that Chico State stands on lands that were originally occupied by the first people of this area, the Mechoopda, and we recognize their distinctive spiritual relationship with this land, the flora, the fauna, and the waters that run through campus. We are humbled that our campus resides upon sacred lands that since time immemorial have sustained the Mechoopda people and continue to do so today.
Chico State is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, disability, marital status, or protected veteran status and only employ individuals authorized to work in the U.S.
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