As a result of extraordinary growth, Bethel College seeks candidates for a faculty member (rank open) for its developing theatre program in this growing liberal arts college to begin Fall 2008.  Ph.D. in Theatre or MFA required (Ph.D. preferred).  Experience with scenic, lighting, sound, and costume design in academia preferred.  Responsibilities include teaching design, stagecraft, and public speaking, as well as designing, supervising, and managing technical aspects for at least two main stage productions in the academic program.   Inquiries may be addressed to Phyllis Campbell, Interim Academic Dean, campbellp@bethel-college.edu.

Bethel College is a private, liberal-arts college with an annual enrollment of approximately 2000 traditional and non-traditional students.  The college is situated in McKenzie, Tennessee (a town of 5,400); Bethel is halfway between Memphis and Nashville (110 miles from each).  Bethel College is the only college affiliated with the Cumberland Presbyterian Church.  Bethel is chartered by the State of Tennessee and accredited by the Commission on Colleges of the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools. 

Application Procedure:  Additional information on this position can be found on our website at http://www.bethel-college.edu/quick/visitors/job/hr/main.  Candidates should submit a cover letter, CV/resume, three professional letters of recommendation (hard-copy required), copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts, and a two page double-spaced statement of your teaching philosophy & experience.  Completed application materials should be addressed to: Carol Pinson, Director of Human Resources, Bethel College, 325 Cherry Avenue, McKenzie, TN  38201 or via email resumes@bethel-college.edu.  Review of applications will start immediately.  Applications will be accepted until positions are filled.  The College encourages applications from women and minority candidates.