Adjuncts-ART

Position Overview

Note: Adjunct positions at UCO are part-time teaching positions. This posting is to create a pool of interested applicants from which the Department may draw as sections become open at any point in the current academic year. This posting may or may not result in the hiring of adjuncts.

About the Role

Adjunct Faculty - provides a quality learning experience for students on a semester basis. Adjunct faculty reports to a dean or chair and performs instruction-related duties and responsibilities in a timely manner and in accordance with the mission, policies and procedures of the college. The relationship of the adjunct faculty member to the student is one of teacher and facilitator of learning. Hours range from twice to four times a week, 5 hours to 10 hours a week.

Department Specific Essential Job Functions

• Classes may be available in Studio Arts, Art History or Art Education depending on qualifications and semester class offerings.

Essential Job Functions

• Possesses at least a master's degree in the field specified in the position announcement (exceptions require Academic Affairs approval).
• Possesses excellent communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Experience Preferred: MA Art History, MFA Studio Art, M.Ed. Art Education. Higher education teaching experience preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Teaches, advises and mentors students, evaluates student performance, and maintains department and student records in accordance with university policies.
• Adheres to the educational philosophy of the university.
• Works in a collaborative manner with colleagues and professional peers.
• Participates in university meetings that relate specifically to faculty.
• Adheres to the educational philosophy, mission and long-term goals of the University.
• Adheres to all policies and procedures outlined in the UCO Faculty and Employee Handbooks.

Physical Demands

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.