Tutorial Fellow in Performing Arts at KCA University (KCAU)

JOB OBJECTIVE

• To facilitate learning in the University to the highest quality through teaching, administration and academic advisory work and ensure an outstanding student learning experience

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Teach and facilitate learning at the undergraduate level through lectures, seminars,, workshops, tutorials and other learning situations as assigned by COD from time to time.
• Participate in developing, administering, and marking examinations, assignments and continuous assessment tests.
• Assist in the development of learning materials, preparing schemes of work, and maintaining records to monitor student progress, achievement, and attendance.
• Provide advice, guidance and feedback to students to support their academic progress and refer them to support services as appropriate.
• Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of high-quality curriculum.
• Participate in supervising and assisting undergraduate and postgraduate students in their research work.
• Carry out research and produce publications as well as other research outputs in line with personal objectives agreed in the performance evaluation planning
• Participate in writing of research proposals and applying for research grants.
• Contribute and participate in the development of departmental and faculty seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department.
• Provide pastoral care to students through academic advising and counselling.
• Contributing to departmental, faculty and/or University-wide working groups or committees as, and when requested to do so.
• Undertaking continuous professional development and participating in staff development and training activities to update and enhance skills.
• Maintain proper records of students’ examinations, assignments and continuous assessment tests and ensure they are keyed in the examinations records management system in time.
• Attend departmental, Faculty and University-wide meetings with other staff members.
• Any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

• Pursuing a PhD from an accredited and recognized institution
• Must have a Masters in Theatre Arts, Dramatic Arts, Performing Arts, Music and Dance Film Technology, Fine Arts, Liberal Arts or a related field,
• Be registered or registerable with a relevant professional body.
• Proficiency in practical teaching in acting, directing, lighting design, production design, sound design, Costume and Make-up Design, Set Design and construction,
• Proven Industry experience in the Theatre Industry

OTHER SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Must have knowledge of current theatre trends in the industry and be committed to staying updated with the latest trends and developments in the field of performing arts.
• Should be innovative and bring new ideas and creative approaches to teaching
• Performing Arts.
• Should have a strong sense of artistic vision and the ability to inspire students to explore and develop their own creative ideas.
• Strong communication skills