Adjunct, Art Historian

Clay Today; Long Branch (NJ); Hybrid; USD 3,300 - 13,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee Assistance Program

Employee Tuition Remission

Employee elective deferrals to TIAA,

On campus Fitness Center - free

Job summary

Monmouth University in West Long Branch, NJ seeks an Adjunct Professor of Art History to teach Surveys of Western Art, including Western Survey I (Prehistoric to Gothic) in Fall and II (Renaissance to Contemporary) in Spring.

The position is part-time, on-site, with duties including developing lectures, assignments, and assessments, meeting with students, and contributing to a diverse, inclusive classroom. Minimum qualification: a Master’s degree in Art or related field.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Art or a related field; excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3-6 credits per semester, develop lectures and assignments aligned with curriculum.
• Meet with students outside class to support learning and engagement.
• Create projects/exams to assess learning outcomes and provide timely grades.
• Offer timely feedback to foster student development and success.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Education

Master's degree or higher in Art or related field

Job description

Adjunct, Art Historian

Job Category: Adjunct

Part Time

On-site

Monmouth University Main Campus

West Long Branch, NJ

The Department of Art and Design at Monmouth University is seeking applications for an Adjunct Professor who uses critical pedagogical approaches to teach the Surveys of Western Art. Currently, we offer a 2-part Western Survey: Prehistoric to Gothic during the Fall, and Renaissance to Contemporary during the Spring.

Preference given to faculty who can also teach the intro-level Art Appreciation and/or some of our 300-level, writing-intensive offerings in Art History, as needed. These include, but are not limited to: African American Art; History of Graphic Design; and Gender, Art, and Society.

Additional Application Material Required: Monmouth University requires all applications and supporting documents to be submitted via the university's career portal. In addition to the application, candidates must upload the following documents. Applications will not be considered complete for review until all required documents are uploaded.

• Resume or Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Contact Information for Three Professional References
• Two Letters of Recommendation

Optional Documents

None

Special Instructions to Applicants

We encourage candidates to include information in the cover letter that addresses their approach to teaching and their plans to advance diversity, equity, and inclusion in their position at Monmouth University.

Duties and Responsibilities

Teach 3-6 credits during the semester. Develop and deliver course lectures, discussions and assignments in accordance with the curriculum and learning objectives. Provide time during the week to meet with students outside of class. Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment conducive to student engagement and academic success. Develop and administer projects and exams to evaluate student learning outcomes and provide grades in a timely manner. Provide timely feedback and guidance to students to support their learning and development.

Enrichment Statement

Monmouth University values diversity and invites applications from underrepresented groups who will enrich the teaching and service missions of the university.

Minimum Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in Art or a related field, Excellent interpersonal, organizational and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

None

Questions regarding this search should be directed to:

Frederick McKitrick at [e-mail] or 732-263-5752

Note to Applicants

Adjunct positions remain posted continuously to expand the university's pool of qualified adjunct faculty. Screening of applications will commence when an open position becomes available. Should a position become available, you will receive an email advising you of the next steps.

Working at Monmouth University perks

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Employee Tuition Remission
• Employee elective deferrals to TIAA, 403(b) plan
• On campus, Fitness Center - free membership

Department

Art and Design

Work Schedule

varies

Total Weeks Per Year

14

Expected Salary

$1,100 per/credit

Union

N/A

Equal Opportunity Employer

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