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Position Title:
Assistant Professor of Dance – Tenure Track
Job Category:
Faculty
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Assistant Professor
Job Duties:
The UW-Stevens Point Dance Program seeks a highly motivated, dynamic dance artist educator to join our multi-faceted undergraduate dance program. We seek candidates with professional dance experience and teaching methodologies that embrace the multi-centric perspectives in our field. Our new colleague will bring unique experiences and approaches to teaching and scholarship that expand traditional dance convention. A successful candidate should be an outstanding teacher and mentor who wants to share their individual viewpoint and experience with our dedicated students.
The Dance Program offers a BA degree with broad and deep course work in dance technique, creative practice, and historical and theoretical studies. As one of three faculty members, this position will support all areas of the curriculum. We prioritize a broad range of dance techniques including ballet, hip hop, jazz, modern, and tap for all dance majors and minors.
The ideal candidate will be skilled in teaching all levels of jazz technique including the history of and legacy within the form. Additional teaching in Hip Hop, House, Street Style, or Latin forms will be expected. Finally, the successful candidate will have performance, choreographic, and educational experiences that can contribute to the teaching of a variety of creative practice and theory courses including but not limited to Dance Composition, Dance History, Movement Analysis, and Teaching Theories. There is opportunity to contribute to reimagining curricular initiatives and developing new courses.
The Dance Program is housed within the Department of Theatre and Dance, home to a robust and thriving musical theatre major. This position may also teach a Musical Theatre performance class and may choreograph/assist with musical staging for one musical theatre production each school year. Depending on the choreographic needs of the production, knowledge and skills in tap and other traditional musical theatre styles is desirable.
UW-Stevens Point is a teaching institution, and a full-time teaching load includes 12 credits or four classes per semester. This position will likely teach 2-3 technique classes and one theory class per semester. A course reassignment is given in the semester when choreographing the musical. All faculty in the Dance Program contribute to the General Education program by offering non-major dance technique classes that meet UW-Stevens Point’s Wellness designation.
Additional non-instructional duties include academic advising, student recruitment, mentorship of the student dance concert, scholarly/creative activity typical of all tenure track faculty, including annually choreographing new work for dance majors/minors, and service to the department, college, and university.
As we intentionally aspire to address the need for systemic change in our department, the dance industry, and our greater community, we strongly encourage historically under-represented candidates to apply.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Department:
Part of UW-Stevens Point’s School of Performing Arts, The Department of Theatre & Dance is housed in the Noel Fine Arts Center with facilities that include a 372-seat proscenium theatre, a 130-seat black box theatre, two professional dance studios, dedicated costume, property and scenery shops, and multiple rehearsal spaces. The UW-Stevens Point College of Fine Arts & Communication is recognized as one of a few within the country to be fully accredited in Art & Design, Dance, Music, and Theatre.
The Department of Theatre and Dance at UW-Stevens Point is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD) and Schools of Theatre (NAST). We offer BFA degrees in Acting, Musical Theatre, Design & Technology as well as BA degrees in Dance, Drama, and Arts, Entertainment & Media Management. Admission to all department programs is by audition and/or interview only.
We are a department within a regional state institution in central Wisconsin committed to fostering a learning environment that develops global citizen artists with individual voices who will inspire, create, and achieve. We value experiential learning that prepares students to be theatre and dance artists and innovators. As a department, we are committed to creating an equitable, inclusive, and accessible educational environment for all our students, faculty, and staff.
Compensation & Benefits:
The Assistant Professor of Dance is a tenured-track, academic (9 month) position.
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary of $56,994 commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications.
Eligible Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the FASLI Benefit Quick Guide. Use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits.
Required Qualifications:
- MFA in Dance
- Demonstrated expertise teaching jazz technique at all levels
- Demonstrated expertise teaching Hip Hop, House, Street, Latin styles or other related styles/genres
- Professional performance and/or choreographic experience
- Proven ability to work in a collaborative environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience teaching at the university level and strong commitment to undergraduate teaching
- Previous university teaching experience in one of the following: dance composition, dance history, movement analysis, or teaching theories
- Interest in developing/updating curriculum in dance that embraces the current trajectory in the profession
- Interest in recruitment and strategic planning
- Experience with musical theatre choreography and staging
- Experience in Tap dance technique
How to Apply:
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by September 4, 2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.
Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:
- Cover letter addressing required and preferred qualifications and experience
- Curriculum Vitae
- Electronic submission of a website and/or video samples of at least 2 choreographic works
- Statement of personal teaching philosophy and values including your approach to artistic mentorship.
- A list of three professional references, familiar with your recent work and teaching, with full contact information, including valid email addresses
- Unofficial Transcripts/Official Transcripts from all degree granting institutions
(Official Transcripts will be required of finalist)
After you submit your application, you will be unable to edit it. Please be sure to include all required materials before submitting your application.
Contact Information:
Name: Chris Kaiser, Chair Search and Screen Committee
Email: ckaiser@uwsp.edu
Phone: 715-346-4429
If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email:
Human Resources
Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu
Phone: 715-346-2606
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply a minimum of three (3) professional references (one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor). It is preferred that you supply five (5) professional references (two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors). Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment.
Special Notes:
Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.stevenspointarea.com.
Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.
The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx.
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
Current Employees: If you are currently employed at any of the Universities of Wisconsin, log in to Workday to apply through the internal application process.
Position Title:
Assistant Professor of Dance – Tenure Track
Job Category:
Faculty
Employment Type:
Regular
Job Profile:
Assistant Professor
Job Duties:
The UW-Stevens Point Dance Program seeks a highly motivated, dynamic dance artist educator to join our multi-faceted undergraduate dance program. We seek candidates with professional dance experience and teaching methodologies that embrace the multi-centric perspectives in our field. Our new colleague will bring unique experiences and approaches to teaching and scholarship that expand traditional dance convention. A successful candidate should be an outstanding teacher and mentor who wants to share their individual viewpoint and experience with our dedicated students.
The Dance Program offers a BA degree with broad and deep course work in dance technique, creative practice, and historical and theoretical studies. As one of three faculty members, this position will support all areas of the curriculum. We prioritize a broad range of dance techniques including ballet, hip hop, jazz, modern, and tap for all dance majors and minors.
The ideal candidate will be skilled in teaching all levels of jazz technique including the history of and legacy within the form. Additional teaching in Hip Hop, House, Street Style, or Latin forms will be expected. Finally, the successful candidate will have performance, choreographic, and educational experiences that can contribute to the teaching of a variety of creative practice and theory courses including but not limited to Dance Composition, Dance History, Movement Analysis, and Teaching Theories. There is opportunity to contribute to reimagining curricular initiatives and developing new courses.
The Dance Program is housed within the Department of Theatre and Dance, home to a robust and thriving musical theatre major. This position may also teach a Musical Theatre performance class and may choreograph/assist with musical staging for one musical theatre production each school year. Depending on the choreographic needs of the production, knowledge and skills in tap and other traditional musical theatre styles is desirable.
UW-Stevens Point is a teaching institution, and a full-time teaching load includes 12 credits or four classes per semester. This position will likely teach 2-3 technique classes and one theory class per semester. A course reassignment is given in the semester when choreographing the musical. All faculty in the Dance Program contribute to the General Education program by offering non-major dance technique classes that meet UW-Stevens Point’s Wellness designation.
Additional non-instructional duties include academic advising, student recruitment, mentorship of the student dance concert, scholarly/creative activity typical of all tenure track faculty, including annually choreographing new work for dance majors/minors, and service to the department, college, and university.
As we intentionally aspire to address the need for systemic change in our department, the dance industry, and our greater community, we strongly encourage historically under-represented candidates to apply.
Key Job Responsibilities:
Department:
Part of UW-Stevens Point’s School of Performing Arts, The Department of Theatre & Dance is housed in the Noel Fine Arts Center with facilities that include a 372-seat proscenium theatre, a 130-seat black box theatre, two professional dance studios, dedicated costume, property and scenery shops, and multiple rehearsal spaces. The UW-Stevens Point College of Fine Arts & Communication is recognized as one of a few within the country to be fully accredited in Art & Design, Dance, Music, and Theatre.
The Department of Theatre and Dance at UW-Stevens Point is accredited by the National Association of Schools of Dance (NASD) and Schools of Theatre (NAST). We offer BFA degrees in Acting, Musical Theatre, Design & Technology as well as BA degrees in Dance, Drama, and Arts, Entertainment & Media Management. Admission to all department programs is by audition and/or interview only.
We are a department within a regional state institution in central Wisconsin committed to fostering a learning environment that develops global citizen artists with individual voices who will inspire, create, and achieve. We value experiential learning that prepares students to be theatre and dance artists and innovators. As a department, we are committed to creating an equitable, inclusive, and accessible educational environment for all our students, faculty, and staff.
Compensation & Benefits:
The Assistant Professor of Dance is a tenured-track, academic (9 month) position.
Well-qualified candidates can expect a starting annual salary of $56,994 commensurate with the candidate’s education, related experience, and qualifications.
Eligible Universities of Wisconsin employees receive an excellent benefits package. To learn more about the benefits package, review the FASLI Benefit Quick Guide. Use the Health & Retirement Contributions Estimator to calculate the estimated value of your compensation and benefits.
Required Qualifications:
- MFA in Dance
- Demonstrated expertise teaching jazz technique at all levels
- Demonstrated expertise teaching Hip Hop, House, Street, Latin styles or other related styles/genres
- Professional performance and/or choreographic experience
- Proven ability to work in a collaborative environment
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience teaching at the university level and strong commitment to undergraduate teaching
- Previous university teaching experience in one of the following: dance composition, dance history, movement analysis, or teaching theories
- Interest in developing/updating curriculum in dance that embraces the current trajectory in the profession
- Interest in recruitment and strategic planning
- Experience with musical theatre choreography and staging
- Experience in Tap dance technique
How to Apply:
TO ENSURE CONSIDERATION: Applications received by September 4, 2026 are ensured full consideration. Applications received after that date may be given consideration at the discretion of the search committee. Application materials will be evaluated, and the most qualified applicants will be invited to participate in the next step of the selection process. Incomplete and/or late application materials may not receive consideration.
Files must be complete to be considered. Submission in PDF format is preferred for all attachments. Please include the following documents:
- Cover letter addressing required and preferred qualifications and experience
- Curriculum Vitae
- Electronic submission of a website and/or video samples of at least 2 choreographic works
- Statement of personal teaching philosophy and values including your approach to artistic mentorship.
- A list of three professional references, familiar with your recent work and teaching, with full contact information, including valid email addresses
- Unofficial Transcripts/Official Transcripts from all degree granting institutions
(Official Transcripts will be required of finalist)
After you submit your application, you will be unable to edit it. Please be sure to include all required materials before submitting your application.
Contact Information:
Name: Chris Kaiser, Chair Search and Screen Committee
Email: ckaiser@uwsp.edu
Phone: 715-346-4429
If you have any questions regarding the application process, need special arrangements, or if you submitted your application with missing materials, please call or email:
Human Resources
Email: human.resources@uwsp.edu
Phone: 715-346-2606
Employment will require a criminal background check. It will also require you to supply a minimum of three (3) professional references (one (1) of which being a current or former supervisor). It is preferred that you supply five (5) professional references (two (2) of which being a current or former supervisors). Your references will be required to answer questions regarding misconduct, sexual violence and sexual harassment.
Special Notes:
Through the discovery and dissemination of knowledge, UW-Stevens Point stimulates intellectual growth, provides a liberal education, and prepares students for a diverse sustainable world. The university is committed to creating a safe, inclusive learning community for all faculty and staff from a variety of backgrounds. Visit https://www.uwsp.edu/join-uw-stevens-point/ for more information about UW-Stevens Point. To learn about the Stevens Point (aka Point) area fun, jobs, housing, education, quality of life, and bragging rights, visit www.stevenspointarea.com.
Individuals with disabilities who need a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources and Affirmative Action at 715-346-2606 or hr@uwsp.edu.
The safety and success of students, faculty, and staff at the University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is paramount. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act requires the distribution of an annual security report to all current and prospective students, faculty, and staff. You may obtain the complete report at https://www3.uwsp.edu/protsv/Pages/Clery.aspx.
The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point will not reveal the identities of applicants who request confidentiality in writing, except the identity of the successful candidate will be released. See Wis. Stat. sec. 19.36(7).
An offer of employment will require a criminal background check and authorization to work within the United States as required by the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986.
UW is an Equal Opportunity Employer:
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other bases protected by applicable federal or State law and UW System policies. We are committed to building a workforce that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills, and encourage all qualified individuals to apply.
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Which employers in Wisconsin sponsor visas for assistant professors?
The University of Wisconsin-Madison is the largest sponsor of assistant professor visas in the state, followed by UW-Milwaukee, UW-Green Bay, and Marquette University. Smaller institutions like Beloit College and Lawrence University also sponsor international faculty, though less frequently. Research-intensive universities with active grant funding tend to have the most consistent sponsorship activity across departments.
Which visa types are most common for assistant professor roles in Wisconsin?
The H-1B visa is the most common visa for assistant professors in Wisconsin, given that faculty positions qualify as specialty occupations requiring at least a bachelor's degree in a specific field. Many universities also use the J-1 visa exchange visitor visa for short-term or visiting appointments. Tenure-track roles often lead to employer-sponsored permanent residence through the EB-1B or EB-2 PERM pathways.
How to find assistant professor visa sponsorship jobs in Wisconsin?
Migrate Mate filters assistant professor job listings specifically to employers in Wisconsin who sponsor visas, saving time compared to reviewing individual institution career pages. You can browse open faculty positions across the UW System and private colleges in one place. Filtering by role and state helps identify which departments are actively hiring international candidates for tenure-track and visiting positions.
Which cities in Wisconsin have the most assistant professor visa sponsorship jobs?
Madison is the leading city for assistant professor sponsorship jobs in Wisconsin, driven by UW-Madison's size and research output across medicine, engineering, social sciences, and the humanities. Milwaukee is second, with Marquette University and UW-Milwaukee both hiring international faculty regularly. Green Bay, Oshkosh, and La Crosse each host UW System campuses with periodic faculty openings.
Are there any Wisconsin-specific factors to know when applying for assistant professor positions as an international candidate?
Wisconsin's public universities follow UW System procurement and HR policies, which can affect how quickly institutions initiate H-1B sponsorship after an offer. Faculty in medical and health sciences at UW-Madison benefit from strong grant infrastructure that supports visa fees. Candidates should confirm with each institution's international office whether they cover H-1B filing costs, as policies vary across UW System campuses.
What is the prevailing wage for sponsored assistant professor jobs in Wisconsin?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.