Continuing Education Online Visual Arts Instructor - Teen Work Readiness

Job Summary

RISD Continuing Education is seeking a practicing art and design educator interested in supporting the growth of aspiring teen artists who are exploring future career opportunities. The ideal candidate has art education experience, successful freelance art/design work, and extensive knowledge of potential career paths in art. Applicants should be ready to teach online while delivering a course to a diverse group of students with various abilities and experiences. We welcome candidates whose teaching experience addresses historically underrepresented communities.

How this role impacts our students

As an Instructor, you will lead and support high school students as they engage in simulations designed to mimic real-world projects and applications. Teen work readiness courses teach essential workplace skills through multi-week assignments and in-class work with emphasis on collaboration and communication. The Instructor plays a critical role in facilitating class discussion, critique, and guest speaker visits. Students who complete the course will be able to make informed decisions about their careers and educational pursuits.

What this position offers you

At RISD Continuing Education, we are motivated by advancements in education that allow us to reach broader audiences and connect with creatives from around the globe. We regularly maintain and improve our instructor support systems to ensure that you are prepared to deliver course content you are excited to teach. When you work with us, you will receive personalized support from our program manager to enhance your teaching.

Knowledge/Skills/Experience Required

• Bachelor's degree
• Teaching experience in a collegiate and/or high school setting
• Demonstrated expertise in 2D visual arts
• Experience developing courses that challenge students creatively and intellectually while maintaining age-appropriate pedagogy
• Demonstrated ability to generate high-caliber student work
• Accept and act upon constructive feedback from course evaluations by students and staff
• Experience leading classes and critiques that model constructive, inclusive discussions in an environment of diverse learners
• Ability to tailor instruction to meet the needs of students with a wide range of pre-existing skills
• Ability to meet RISD’s technology requirements

Knowledge/Skills/Experience Preferred

• Master of Fine Arts or equivalent in established professional practice in the area of study
• Teaching certification/certificate
• Experience developing inclusive curriculum that centers artists of historically underrepresented backgrounds
• Interest in collaborative curriculum planning
• Proficiency with online collaborative tools such as Google Suite
• Proficiency with learning management systems such as Canvas

Documents Needed to Apply

• Resume, including a URL link for your professional portfolio
• Student work samples
• Statement of interest

Work Schedule

• This Instructor is expected to update and deliver a course consisting of pre-built modules and course content.
• This position teaches the course through the Canvas Learning Management System.
• This course will meet via Zoom during the following schedule:
• October 3 to December 5, 2026
• 10 am to noon ET
• Saturdays

Modality

• Combination of asynchronous with live zoom meeting times

Union: No Work

Employment Decisions

• Decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.

RISD Recognizes Diversity and Inclusivity

• We welcome candidates whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.

Equal Opportunity Employer

• Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, or any other protected characteristic as established by law.