Adjunct Faculty, Studio Art

About the role

The Adjunct Faculty plays a crucial role in teaching College Credit Courses. Responsibilities include developing and posting syllabi, preparing and delivering instruction, designing assignments and assessments, grading student work, and providing timely, constructive feedback.

Responsibilities

• Developing and posting course syllabi in accordance with the College’s requirements.
• Preparing for and delivering class, studio, clinical, or lab instruction.
• Using assigned instructional materials to plan and deliver instruction.
• Designing or modifying assignments, assessments, and other course materials.
• Grading student work and providing constructive feedback.
• Maintaining open communication with students, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Engaging in professional development opportunities.
• Validating textbooks, posting course syllabi, class/grade rosters, and submitting final student grades.
• Maintaining current with CANVAS usage as required by departmental guidelines.
• Responding to communication from students, colleagues, and supervisors.
• Meeting with students individually to review course work.

Qualifications

• A Master of Arts or Master of Fine Arts degree in Art or Fine Art OR a Master’s degree with at least 18 graduate credits in any combination of the following qualifying fields: Art, Art Education, Fine Art.
• Previous teaching experience is desired.

Knowledge, Abilities & Skills

• A personal and professional commitment to creating an atmosphere of quality instruction.
• Sufficient professional expertise in their specific field/discipline.
• Maintaining faculty credentials as required by the college's accrediting agencies.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability to utilize technology and innovative pedagogy to enhance teaching and learning.
• A professional, courteous demeanor.
• A commitment to supporting student learning and development.

Work Environment and Special Considerations

• Works in a classroom/lab setting.
• Flexible hours, days, and assigned campus location may vary due to enrollment.