Adjunct Assistant: Foundations Program

University of North Texas - Denton; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 16,740 - 39,060; Part time

Job summary

University of North Texas seeks qualified Adjunct Assistant Instructors to support undergraduate Foundations courses within a coordinated lecture/lab model. Duties include assisting with studio-based instruction in drawing, design, visual communication, and interdisciplinary practices.

Appointments are made per semester and depend on program needs. A MFA in Visual Art, Design, or related discipline is required, with an ability to teach across various disciplines and mentor students.

Qualifications

• MFA in Visual Art, Design, or related discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to teach across various visual art and design disciplines.
• Ability to mentor students.

Responsibilities

• Support undergraduate Foundations courses within a lecture/lab model under the instructor of record.
• Facilitate studio-based instruction in drawing, design, visual communication, and interdisciplinary practices.
• Coordinate with Foundations leadership and instructors to maintain curricular consistency across sections.

Skills

Teaching ability

Mentoring students

Education

MFA in Visual Art, Design, or related discipline

Job description

Title: Adjunct Assistant: Foundations Program

Employee Classification: Adjunct Faculty Asst

Campus: University of North Texas

Division: UNT-Provost

SubDivision-Department: UNT-Col of Vis Arts & Design

Department: UNT-Foundations-136330

Job Location: Denton

Salary: Compensation is competitive and commensurate with the candidate's qualifications, experience, and discipline, in accordance with university guidelines and available funding.

FTE: Varies based on assignment

Retirement Eligibility: Eligibility based on semesterly assignment, for more information visit https://hr.untsystem.edu/benefits/

Department Summary

The Foundations Program serves as the gateway and first-year experience to all incoming students. It is the core of all undergraduate degree programs in the College of Visual Art and Design at The University of North Texas (UNT). Coursework in the Foundations Program introduces visual problem solving and critical thinking strategies incorporating/studying culture and history, and the practice of various art/design forms across disciplines to prepare students for rigorous college courses in visual art, design, art education, and art history.

UNT has a highly diverse campus with a wide range of languages spoken in addition to English. We welcome candidates who have experience with HSI/MSIs and/or who speak Spanish, Vietnamese, American Sign Language, Chinese (Cantonese, Mandarin and other variations), Arabic, Tagalog, Farsi, French, or/and Yoruba.

Position Overview

The Foundations Program in the College of Visual Arts and Design seeks qualified individuals for its Adjunct Assistant Instructor pool. Appointments are made on a per–semester basis and are dependent on program needs.

Responsibilities

Adjunct Assistant Instructors support undergraduate Foundations courses within a coordinated lecture/lab model under the supervision of the instructor of record. Duties include assisting with studio‑based instruction in drawing, design, visual communication, and interdisciplinary practices; facilitating small group discussions and critiques; and supporting project‑based learning that integrates research, writing, and visual production.

Adjunct Assistant Instructors may assist with evaluating student work and providing feedback, as directed by the instructor of record, and help reinforce learning outcomes in alignment with program objectives. Ongoing coordination with Foundations leadership and course instructors is expected to maintain curricular consistency across sections.

Minimum Qualifications

MFA in Visual Art, Design, or related discipline.

Preferred Qualifications

A demonstrated ability to teach and make connections across various (2D/3D/time‑based, etc.) disciplines in visual art and design.

A demonstrated ability to mentor students.

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Varies based on assignment.

Driving University Vehicle

No.

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted.

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.