Part-Time Art History Instructor (Pool)

This is a part-time, associate faculty pool position. Applications are continually accepted and reviewed on an as-needed basis. If selected for an interview, you will be contacted by a District representative.

About the Role

This position is a part-time role as an Associate Instructor in Art History. Teaching assignments may include lecture-discussion courses during day, evening, or Saturday sessions, and/or in an online/distance education format. Assignments are as needed during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters. This position is represented by the West Valley-Mission Federation of Teachers (WVMFT / AFT Local 6554). Work location is Mission College, Santa Clara, CA.

Pay

Salary is based on a percentage of workload, up to a maximum of 67% of a full-time load. Pay is prorated based on an initial hiring salary range of $36,191 – $52,297 per semester, determined by academic achievement, teaching, and related experience.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s in art history, history of art and architecture, or visual culture/visual studies; OR
• Bachelor’s in art history and master’s in history; OR
• Master’s in art with a recorded emphasis or concentration in art history; OR
• A valid California Community College Instructor’s Credential in the discipline; OR
• The equivalent of the above.

Understanding of, and sensitivity to, the diverse academic, socio-economic, ethnic, religious, and cultural backgrounds, disability, and sexual orientation of community college students, faculty, and staff.

Desired Qualifications

• Classroom experience teaching Art History at the college level.
• Ability to teach one or more of the following:
  • Western Art – Prehistoric to Medieval
  • Western Art – Renaissance to Modern
  • Asian Art
  • Art Appreciation
  • Modern 20th Century Art

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for assigned courses, including preparation, in-class activities, evaluation of students’ work, and consultation with students outside of class (scheduling time beyond normal office hours if necessary).
• Ensure regular effective student contact for Distance Education courses.
• Maintain currency in the subjects taught and participate in the process of SLO (Student Learning Outcomes) assessment and evaluation, using results to improve student learning.
• Maintain accurate class and other records, and submit required reports such as attendance, grade reports, rosters, class, and office schedules.
• File a syllabus for each course with the appropriate division offices and provide each student with a current course syllabus as required by Title 5, including SLOs, classroom procedures, requirements, and grading policies.
• Post and maintain office hours each week.
• Refer students to appropriate college resources and provide advice on requirements for successful achievement in the area of expertise.
• Assume institutional responsibilities essential to the ongoing operation and effective achievement of department, division, college, and district programs.