Adjunct Faculty - Art Appreciation

Ivy Tech Community College; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Financial & Retirement Benefits

Educational Benefits

Job summary

Ivy Tech Community College is seeking an adjunct faculty member to deliver Art Appreciation courses in Fort Wayne, IN. Courses align with common syllabi and college policies, focusing on active student engagement and solid instructional practices.

The position requires graduate credentials in art history or related field, strong technology use, and a commitment to diversity and safe learning environments. This is a part‑time, adjunct role with background checks and FERPA compliance expected.

Qualifications

• Must meet faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1.
• Transcripts and/or relevant certifications/licenses required at time of hire.
• Background check required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Develop outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests and materials; maintain student records and grades.
• Engage with students to create a positive and productive learning experience.
• Interact professionally with students and co‑workers and comply with policies.
• Ensure knowledge of and implement emergency and safety procedures for classrooms and labs.
• Other duties as assigned within FERPA and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Instructional delivery

Technology for instruction

Student engagement

Education

Master’s degree in art or art history

Master’s degree in any field + 18 graduate hours in art or art history

Job description

Adjunct Faculty are hired each semester on an as‑needed basis. Adjunct Faculty are responsible for creating a learning environment that assists students in reaching their goals; and for providing effective instruction and assessment within the framework of common syllabi provided.

Pay: $45.45 per credit hour

• Facilitates student learning by delivering assigned classes in accordance with College policy and course objectives.
• Makes optimal use of available technology to enhance instructional methods.
• Develops/maintains course outlines, syllabi, lesson plans, assignments, tests, and materials. Maintains accurate student records, grades, and other requirements.
• Engages with students in meaningful and productive ways that impact student learning and leads to a positive experience with Ivy Tech Community College, shows evidence of developing and implementing active classroom teaching strategies focused on engaging students with their learning (curricular).
• Interacts with students and co‑workers in a professional and cooperative manner, complies with College policies, campus guidelines and expectations.
• Ensures knowledge of and implements emergency and safety procedures for classrooms, labs and all learning environments.

This is not to be construed as an exhaustive list. Other duties logically associated with this position may be assigned. All responsibilities will be conducted within the parameters of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA), other applicable regulatory requirements, and professional standards.

Must have strong working knowledge of current technologies appropriate to area of instruction and meet faculty credentials as outlined in the ASOM 7.1 for the specific area(s) of instruction. Conducts all activities with an appreciation, respect, and promotion of diversity of people, styles, and views.

A qualified faculty member in Art Appreciation meets the discipline standard through one of two routes:

• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in art or art history, or
• Possesses an earned master’s or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution, in any field with 18 graduate semester hours in art or art history.

Other Requirements:

• Transcripts and/or relevant certifications/licenses required at time of hire
• Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a satisfactory background check

Ivy Tech is committed to supporting the well‑being, growth, and financial security of our part‑time employees. These benefits include:

Health & Wellness

• Access to a comprehensive vision care plan with low-cost exams and allowances for glasses or contact lenses
• Employee Assistance Program offering no cost confidential counseling sessions, legal consultations, financial planning consultations, and other resources

Financial & Retirement Benefits

• All employees can contribute pre-tax or post-tax dollars through payroll deduction to build retirement savings

Educational Benefits

• Fee remission for employees, spouses, and legal dependents.

For more information on Ivy Tech Benefits, visit https://careers.ivytech.edu/benefits.

Ivy Tech Community College is an accredited, equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, age or veteran status. As required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Ivy Tech Community College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, including sexual harassment in its educational programs and activities, including employment and admissions. Questions specific to Title IX may be referred to the College’s Title IX Coordinator or to the US Department of Education Office of Civil Rights.