Adjunct Faculty, Art

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Decker Prairie (TX); On-site; USD 61,380 - 72,540; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Tax-deferred retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a dynamic instructor for Art courses. The position entails planning, developing, and teaching courses that contribute to students' educational success. Candidates should possess a Master's degree in a relevant field and demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills.

This opportunity offers a supportive work environment with benefits such as professional development, tuition waiver, and a tax-deferred retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in a relevant field.
• Ability to teach effectively and maintain professional relationships.
• Skills in engaging with diverse students.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and teach Art courses.
• Create engaging lessons that facilitate student involvement.
• Evaluate student progress and communicate effectively.

Skills

Mastery of course content

Leadership skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to engage students

Education

MA or MFA in art, studio art, art education or art history

Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in art

Job description

Job Description

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide the learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of the course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the community. The primary responsibilities are to plan, develop and teach courses within the curriculum in a manner that facilitates student learning.

Essential Job Functions

1. Teaches Art courses at a variety of times and locations
2. Creates engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material
3. Submits required college reports and forms in a timely manner
4. Utilizes a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines
5. Meets with and advises students either before or after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods
6. Evaluates students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and informs students in a timely manner of their progress
7. Maintains professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community
8. Attends meetings, trainings, and orientations as required
9. Responsible for other reasonable related duties as assigned

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mastery of course content
• Demonstrated leadership skills; style that emphasizes collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills
• Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints; ability to work effectively with a wide variety of people
• Demonstrates interest in interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, course development, and adult learning methodologies including collaborative learning, learning communities and distance learning
• Commitment to academic excellence, exceptional service and providing a dynamic climate for lifelong learning
• Demonstrated ability to develop and implement instructional approaches such as service learning/civic engagement, learning communities, and the effective use of technology
• Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary. Typically, the employee sits comfortably to do the work. However, there may be some walking, standing, bending, carrying of light items such as papers, books, or small parts, or driving an automobile. No special physical demands are required to perform the work.

Work Schedule and Conditions

• Equipment used includes PC workstation running on a LAN in a Microsoft Windows environment, calculator, phone and other general office equipment, and any specialized equipment standard within the discipline/industry
• Interface with internal and external contacts as needed to carry out the functions of the position
• Work is performed in a climate-controlled classroom and/or lab environment with minimal exposure to safety hazards
• Hours will vary depending on class time; instructors are required to meet with classes at all scheduled times and be available to students outside of class instruction

Required Qualifications

• MA or MFA in art, studio art, art education or art history OR a Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in art, studio art, or art history

Salary

$55.44 per contact hour.

Benefits

By joining our top‑notch institution, you will enjoy being part of an organization that offers a supportive, collegial work environment, excellent work/life balance, tuition waiver, participation in a tax‑deferred retirement plan, professional development opportunities, and more.

EEO Statement

Lone Star College is an EEO Employer. All positions are subject to a criminal background check.