Faculty Application Info

AT THE OPENING OF EACH APPLICATION PERIOD, EMAIL INVITES ARE SENT BY CIRF TO FACULTY, PREVIOUS APPLICANTS and CIRF EMAIL LIST.
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OUR APP IS UPDATED FOR EACH PERIOD, THANKS FOR NOT ATTEMPTING TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION BEFORE RECEIVING AN EMAIL NOTIFYING YOU THE UPDATED APPLICATION IS OPEN.
OCTOBER 2011 NOTE: The application process is currently under redesign, our Spring/Fall 2012 application will be released early 2012. CIRF No longer accepts "guest teachers" or outside production proposals--the only channel to teach at CIRF is to be accepted as a Faculty Member requiring an ongoing relationship of professional development and Continuing Education within CIRF.
CIRF welcomes all qualified applicants for Faculty membership, and new proposals from current Faculty. We encourage you to share this CIRF Faculty Membership Application and Proposal Submission Info,
http://ci-rf.org/faculty_application, with your peers who might not know about CIRF year-round programs and Faculty Membership. Our Faculty Application opens twice per year (December and August) to consider New Applicants for CIRF Faculty Membership and to receive class and intensive proposals for CIRF programs from current CIRF Faculty. (All applicants must be selected for Faculty Membership or have Faculty Dues current as existing members in order for class proposals to be considered.)
NOTE: Between app periods, the info below is FOR REFERENCE ONLY from our last application round, and may change with updates for the next round. We encourage your inquiries by phone, Skype or email before you submit your completed application, though most answers are here--thanks for reading all the way to the bottom of this page.

TO APPLY:
Read this Info Page and prepare the 10 Data Pieces listed below before logging into your account on this website (ci-rf.org) to complete your application. First-time Applicants must send a brief email request (do NOT send CIRF an email essay, it will NOT be considered) with "Faculty App Access Request" in the subject line for temporary access to Faculty links in the application instructions below. Instructions to access and complete the online application are at the very bottom of this page. Questions are welcome at:
contact(at)ci-rf(dot)org
See Contact & Locations link for current phone/Skype office hours.

DEADLINES
Completed applications due:
--Date TBD December 2011 at midnight Pacific Time for Spring 2011/Fall 2012 Intensives, Spring Curated Performance, 2012 Fall Lectures and Retreats, 2012 Teacher Training Team, and 2012 San Francisco Weekly Drop-In Class Series. (both New Applicants and Current Faculty)
--January 29 2012 at midnight Pacific Time for July Festival-Symposium and Curated Performance 2012, WeCITE (Western CI Teachers' Exchange) 2012. (both New Applicants and Current Faculty)
--New Applicants and Current Faculty will be notified of both
A. the status of their proposals (selected, modified, alternate or declined)
and B. New Applicants of their Faculty Membership status within:
1 month after application period closes.
--Accepted New Applicants and Proposal Alternates must pay Faculty Dues, return signed contract and schedule an online Faculty Orientation Session:
within 1 month of notification of selected or alternate status to hold a teaching or alternate position with CIRF.
After 1 month, CIRF's offer expires and the next Alternate will be offered that position.
--CIRF Faculty must have annual Dues current or renew prior to submitting proposals, or must reapply for membership.
--Alternates (aka "Waiting List") will have 2 weeks to return Teaching Contract and pay Faculty Dues upon notice
of open teaching slots due to cancellations. Alternates will be notified starting: 1 month after first notification on all applications for each round.
Only Alternates with current Dues and returned contracts retain their place in the wait-list for later cancellation teaching positions, which can be offered as late as 3 weeks prior to a CIRF Program.
NOTE:
**All NON-CLASS Activity Proposals--Discussions, CuRLs, Jam Scores, Somatic Warm-Ups, Performance Works, Group Research Structures, New Activity Proposals--are due at the same time as Class proposals.
**Performance Works Proposals (other than student showings resulting from Classes/Labs) must include URL link to current performance video to be considered.

NEW APPLICANT PREREQUISITES
1. 3 or more current years teaching experience of CI specifically (as opposed to general dance teaching of many styles) and 2 or more years Administrative/Production experience in national/international CI events and organizations.
2. Demonstrated experience through Professional dance resume/CV, and separate date-specific Involvement List indicating Admin/Staff/Production experience with at least 3 CI organizations and events.
3. Teaching Video Link. Due with application unless prior arrangement is made by email/phone. We welcome your questions about teaching video prep, we're happy to help or make  arrangements. CIRF wants to showcase your teaching styles and upgrade your online CV to attract students--help us help you.
NOTE: If you have less than 3 years of year-round CI teaching experience, you may be interested in CIRF's Teaching Assistant Program for mentorship and skills development. Send us an email with "TA Program" in the subject line for more info and opportunities to participate.

THEMES
Note: Themes for Spring 2012 programs and WCCIF 2012 are pending.
The intensive theme for New Year's 2011 was Dancing the Endless Web (Using Fascia) and Poetics of Perception (CI and Performance) with Daniel Davis and Kristen Greco.
The theme for Spring Curated Show 2011 was Mature Collaborations Among Interdisciplinary Performing Artists/Demanding More from CI.
The festival theme for WCCIF 2011 was "New Skills, New Directions." New Skills includes the imparting of CI Technique refinements as well as new/unnamed vocabularies and ways of seeing. "New Directions" includes considering a 4th generation of the diaspora of CI practitioners, and methods for disseminating ideas on physical research, practice, and performance in this time when past formulas aren’t as applicable. So “new” can mean “deeper” or “more effective” as much as “unfamiliar.
CIRF requests you to apply posted themes to your submissions of classes and non-class activities for each application round.

10 DATA PIECES TO PREPARE BEFORE STARTING APPLICATION:
1. Proposal Specifics.
Class Title, Level (Fundamentals, Intermediate or Advanced),
Disabled/Non-Disabled (D/N) designation, Intensive or Single Class. You may propose as many classes or intensives as you wish; only one per round may be accepted. NOTE: Only Single Class proposals will be considered from First Time applicants and teachers who have not yet taught in CIRF programs. Only current CIRF Faculty may submit Intensive proposals.

2. Coordinate with Proposed Co-Teacher, or TA.
To propose Co-Teaching a Single Class or an Intensive, BOTH Co-Teachers must submit separate applications, naming each other as co-teacher. Request to Co-Teach is not a guarantee of acceptance. Co-Teacher requests NOT following the requirement of BOTH Teachers submitting applications will result in automatic rejection of entire proposal. If you're applying to teach the Fundamentals Intensive, a Co-Teacher is REQUIRED. Coordinate your submission with your intended co-teacher, so you both submit at the same time and CIRF receives both applications and contact info. In addition to Co-Teachers Teaching Assistants (granted Work Exchange credit, NOT paid or part of this application process) are encouraged as a way to mentor those who may apply to teach in the future. If you have an existing TA you wish work wit while teaching with CIRF, make sure your proposed TA creates a Login and provides CIRF with their contact information so we can followup with them directly. All TAs are subject to CIRF confirmation.

3. Decide if you are willing to teach Fundamentals Level if needed. All proposals submitted to CIRF are subject to Level change or Duration (Single Class/Intensive) change if needed to balance a CIRF program.

4. Class Description (300-word max) and Non-Class Activity Descriptions. If selected, this will immediately be visible to the public--use sentence case and correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
Type out this data piece and save on your own computer (along with #1 and #6) so you just have to cut/paste into the online application form. Web browsers can time-out. Don't risk losing your data and having to rewrite your ideas; do NOT compose your first draft directly in the online form fields. Also type out descriptions for any Discussions, Jam Scores, CuRLs, and Somatic Warm-Ups you wish to propose in addition to your class. CuRLs = Collaborative Research Labs, co-facilitated by Teachers and Participants--at WCCIF festival, 2 hours of Research followed by 30 minutes of Report-Outs from each CuRL Topic. Research from each CuRL is shared in 10-minute summaries, Lecture/Demonstration-style at the end of each Session to a Whole Festival Circle. The Student Performance category applies to all non-curated showings which require Teacher Facilitation, including but not limited to: Site Specific Performance or CuRLs that culminate in Performance. Proposals for (Paid) Curated Performances (2x per year) must include a URL link to video for consideration. All non-Curated (Unpaid, Open Sign-up) Performance is on a onsite sign-up basis.

5. Biography (60-word max). For New Applicants, do not leave any fields blank. For Current Faculty, Bio and Resume will already be stored in your account, but require annual updating. Make sure NO pieces of this application are left blank or out-of-date.

6. Choose Level/Prerequisites.
If your material requires no prior experience or skill, please choose Fundamentals as the level for your class, and type "None" in the Prereqs field. Otherwise, copy/paste the Intermediate or Advanced Prereqs into your Prereqs field, see link for text. CIRF does not permit the use ofAll Levels as a level designation. Please review our Prerequisites Link to pick which CIRF level applies to both your Class and Non-Class Activity Descriptions. Do NOT leave the Prerequisites field blank if you choose Intermediate or Advanced level for your class. After Intermediate or Advanced Prereqs, you may paste in your personal prereqs (if any) describing skills and experience students are expected to have beyond CIRF's prereqs in order to participate in your class.

7. Photo: a headshot (72 dpi jpg is fine) is mandatory. Have it ready to upload into the same page that you will enter your contact information. Use only a recognizeable photo of your face, not of your foot or eye or your whole body dancing. Do NOT leave your headshot blank, or your application will be rejected.

8. Scheduling availability & conflicts.
This applies only to WCCIF Single Class slots and Non-Class Activities, offered in afternoons and evenings. All WCCIF Intensives are offered in the mornings 5 days in a row.

9. Regional Involvement List and (separate) CV.
Paste a text-only version of your CV/resume (it will be longer than visible in the field, but the application will save the entire text.)
Prepare a separate, date-specific, bulleted list of your event and organization involvement indicating Admin/Staff/Production experience, which should include at least 3 recent committees, events, or nonprofit administration teams you have worked with for CI regional events or programs.

10. Teaching Video Link.
Include the URL link to video uploaded to a public site such as FaceBook, YouTube, Vimeo or your own website, showing 5-10 minutes of video of your CI teaching. The number of students doesn't matter, just that we can clearly hear the audio (shut off noisy fans and heaters before you shoot) and see your whole body, in-focus. If you aren't teaching this month, gather some friends and videotape a mock class for one exercise or score progression. Video link will be included with your CIRF Faculty (publicly searchable) CV page.

Your video must have clear audio and should include: A. a physical and verbal exercise demo in English, B. an example of side-coaching/student correction,
C. an example of your style of directing the group and D. an example of your ability to execute crowd control with a class of 10 or more students. Do NOT leave the Video Link field blank, or your application will be rejected. Contact CIRF for video questions or assistance in advance of the deadline.

SAVE THESE 2012 DATES

July 2012 TAG Day for WCCIF 2012 Teachers: Rapport building, dancing, paperwork,
diversity in-service. Mandatory attendance for the WCCIF/WeCITE-scheduled Faculty, Food included.
2012 WCCIF Festival-Symposium Dates:
July 2012: WCCIF festival schedule.
July 2012: WCCIF Public Days for newcomers and day-trippers.
July 2012: Western CI Teachers' Exchange (WeCITE). CI teachers exchange methods and ideas on teaching/performing CI. All CIRF Faculty (TAG) invited, plus non-TAG teachers and aspiring Teachers' Assistants. Food included.

TEACHER PAY
--At WCCIF, in addition to teaching, all Single Class teachers are required to complete two (2) logistics tasks and Intensive teachers one (1) logistics task during the festival in order to receive their fee. (Facilitating a Jam or Lab can count toward these.)
--All Faculty are required to pay Faculty Dues prior to attending or teaching at CIRF events, which cover all event entry costs and member discounts to CIRF programs for 1 year plus 1 year of CIRF TAG Intranet access.
--TAG Day attendance is mandatory for those teaching at WCCIF.
--WCCIF Intensives are 2-3 hours each day for 5 days.
WCCIF Intensive teachers receive: $500 per Intensive and up to $500 travel stipend for maximum 3 teachers (out of maximum 6 Intensive teachers selected). (Note: When Intensives are Co-taught, each Co-Teacher is paid $250.)
--WCCIF Single Classes are 2 hours on 1 day.
Single Class teachers: $100 per teacher and up to $100 travel support for 9 (half of 18 Single Class teaching slots selected).
-- Spring/Fall Intensives are 1 day only for 2012, proposals that require multiple days will not be considered. Hours range
Spring/Fall Intensive teachers receive: A tiered percentage of gross income dependent on range of required enrollment minimum (approx 10-18 students depending on venue expenses), and maximum (approx 26-50 students depending on studio capacity and Teaching Assistants contracted).
--San Francisco Drop-In Class Series and Other Series are 2 hours on 1 day per week for 1 month (4-5 sessions depending on the month).
Series teachers receive a set percentage of gross income from weekly student headcount.
--Travel Stipends are awarded on a first-come, first-served basis; maximum amounts quoted above are NOT negotiable. Email CIRF with subject line "Travel Stipend Request" when you receive your acceptance letter with amount needed if this applies to you.
--Teachers who come from abroad and need more travel support: on request, we will provide you an invitation and support letter that will enable you to apply for grants in your country for travel support.
--Performer Fees for Curated Performances are not part of Teacher Pay.

CIRF POLICIES:
--CIRF Faculty membership is not restricted to any geographic region.
--CIRF Faculty Membership. All New Applicants are first selected for Faculty membership, and then their proposals for CIRF events are considered. Being selected for CIRF Faculty membership requires year-round online involvement as a member of the Teachers' Advisory Group (TAG) which invites participation in online topical discussions, group writing and research projects, polls, and Skype and in-person collaboration opportunities. TAG membership also provides year-round discounts and CV-enhancing benefits through CIRF real-time and online programs. Annual TAG member dues are $50 for those teaching in the current year, $100 for those not teaching in the current year.
To pay or renew your current-year TAG Dues, click on the Membership link.
--TAG Membership and Class selection are separate. For first-time applicants, CIRF may accept your qualifications and offer you Faculty (TAG) Membership (with the Faculty invites and event discounts it includes) but not accept any of your proposal(s). Similarly, current TAG members may not get a proposal accepted; this is not a reflection on their Faculty status. Any Faculty member may accept a position as an Alternate in the event of a Teacher cancellation. If you are selected as an Alternate, we recommend you plan to attend the event(s); take advantage of the opportunity to network with CIRF Faculty and participate in the programs. We will notify you as soon as possible whether a class slot becomes available, starting 2 weeks after the first notification date.
--Childcare. Part-time Childcare is made available to Teachers at CIRF events on a pre-arrangement basis. To apply, please go to the TAG Childcare link.
(TAG pages access limited to current Faculty and applicants, if you can't view the TAG Link, email us for temporary access.)
--TAG Intranet. CIRF TAG members get access to this one-stop-shop Intranet (also known as "CIRFbook") for
Faculty information via the CIRF website. The TAG intranet includes: Teacher Event Info and Sign-ups, Topical Discussion Forums, Collaborative Documentation tools for ongoing multi-location projects, access to the CIRF Database and a growing Resource Archive. Questions posted to Staff on the Intranet are received just like email, and are promptly responded to. To view, go to the TAG Link.
(TAG pages access limited to current Faculty and applicants, if you can't view the TAG Link, email us for temporary access.)

ONLINE APPLICATION ACCESS and HOW-TO:
1. Get Accessed. Current TAG Members, can’t remember your Password? Click the LOGIN Link at top right, click the right-side tab of 3: “Request a New Password,” which will email you a new one right away. Can’t remember anything or first time applying? Email us with "Application Access Request," we'll reply with a Username and password that will be authorized to give you access to the application. Open two browser tabs so you can toggle back and forth between these instructions and the Application Form page.

2. LOGIN to begin submitting your Application in THREE STAGES:
--Contact Info/Bio/Resume-CV/Involvement List/Fundie-YES-NO/Photo/Video,
--Class Proposal,
--Proposed Non-Class Activities (if any).
Click LOGIN at top right, and enter your Username and Password. You’re in.

3a. STAGE ONE: Enter/update your Contact Info (no PO Boxes) and Qualifications.
Immediately after you Login, your Contact Info page will appear with your Username at the top. Click the Edit tab and then the Contact Information Button to enter/update address, email/phone, Bio, Dance Resume (CV), Regional Involvement List and Video link. Make sure to check YES/NO on Willingness to teach Fundamentals, then Click the SAVE Button at the bottom of the page before going on to the next step. (To view your saved changes and make sure they're correct, click the View tab at top.) Note: If you change addresses, it is your responsibility to Login and update your address, or you will delay receiving your paycheck. A stop-payment bank fee will be deducted from paychecks that have to be re-issued because of old or incorrect address.

3b. STAGE ONE Last Item: submit your headshot photo.
Click the Edit Tab and then the Account Button at the top, and switch over from the Contact Information section in which you just submitted your Bio/etc. Scroll down to "Picture," and follow the instructions to upload your Headshot Photo. Click SAVE to complete.

4. STAGE TWO: Submit a Class Proposal.
Click the My Events link in the TOP NAVIGATION BAR (just under the CIRF logo at the top of the screen), then click the Propose Activity link (in RED below your Bio).
Remember click SAVE every time you are ready to submit your info.
If this is your first time applying to CIRF you must complete and save your Bio and contact info FIRST or your My Events will appear blank.
Each time you SAVE, please look at the top of your screen for the phrase in green, "Event was successfully created," or "Event was successfully updated." If you don't see this phrase at the top of the screen, you haven't saved. After you've saved, you can see how your proposals will appear to the public by clicking on the My Events link. If your proposal Title doesn’t appear near the bottom of the screen when you click the top My Events link, it wasn't saved. (If you get a "Page Not Found" message disregard it--click the My Events link to return to your list of submitted proposals.)
Make sure to select the correct Event Type: Class or Intensive. Include name of Co-Teacher or Teaching Assistant, if any, in Notes field. Do NOT leave the Prerequisites field blank (see #6 of Data Prep List above). If you have any additional comments or info about your propopsal enter it in the Notes field. Click SAVE when all fields of your Class proposal are complete. You are welcome to submit multiple class and activity proposals (only one will be chosen).

5. STAGE THREE: Submit Non-Class Activity proposals, if any.
You must submit them separately by again clicking the My Events link, then clicking the
Propose Activity link, for each proposed activity (eg: CuRLs, Panel Discussions, Jam Scores, Somatic Warm-Ups, Student Performances). Select the correct Event Type from the pull-down menu for each non-Class activity you propose. All Activity proposals are due at the same time as class proposals, and late submissions will NOT be considered. All proposals are due: 1 month after application opens, at midnight Pacific Time.

6. Edit or add proposals anytime until the Deadline.
Once you've saved your Proposals, you can return to the My Events link to edit or add to your application. If you've completed all THREE STAGES (Qualifications/Contact Info/Photo, Class Proposal, and Additional Activity Proposals), you're done, congratulations and thank-you.

7. Need more help?
Email contact(at)ci-rf(dot)org or call (phone).
See Contact & Locations link for current phone/Skype office hours, or email us to request an appointment outside of office hours if you're in a different timezone or outside the US.
You can also post questions to the Help?  Link (in the TOP NAVIGATION BAR).