Adjunct Faculty, Art Appreciation-Studio Art

Lone Star College; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 63,008 - 89,739; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver

Participation in a tax-deferred retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Lone Star College in Houston is seeking an Adjunct Faculty member for Art Appreciation and Studio Art. This part-time role requires teaching art courses at a variety of times and locations, creating engaging lessons, and evaluating student progress.

A master's degree in art or a related field is required, along with strong communication and leadership skills. Benefits include a supportive work environment and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in art, studio art, art education, or art history or 18 graduate hours in related art fields.
• Demonstrated ability to develop effective instructional approaches.
• Commitment to academic excellence and lifelong learning.

Responsibilities

• Teach art courses at various times and locations.
• Create engaging lessons to promote student involvement.
• Evaluate students' progress and maintain professional relationships.

Skills

Mastery of course content

Excellent oral and written communication skills

Demonstrated leadership skills

Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints

Education

MA or MFA in art or related field

Job description

Adjunct Faculty – Art Appreciation / Studio Art

Location: LSC-CyFair
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Full/Part Time: Part-Time
Job ID: 44779

Job Description

It is the responsibility of the teaching faculty to provide learning activities and support that will lead to the achievement of course objectives and contribute to the educational environment of the college and the community.

Essential Job Functions

1. Teach art courses at a variety of times and locations.
2. Create engaging lessons that promote student involvement and application of the material.
3. Submit required college reports and forms in a timely manner.
4. Utilize a course syllabus for each course, following established institutional guidelines.
5. Meet with and advise students either before or after class or by appointment, electronic communication, or other appropriate methods.
6. Evaluate students to measure their progress in achieving course objectives and inform students in a timely manner of their progress.
7. Maintain professional relationships with students, colleagues, and the community.
8. Attend meetings, trainings, and orientations as required.
9. Perform other reasonable related duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Mastery of course content.
• Demonstrated leadership skills with an emphasis on collaboration, teamwork, and facilitation.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to appreciate alternative viewpoints and work effectively with a wide variety of people.
• Interest in interdisciplinary teaching, service learning, learning technologies, course development, and adult learning methodologies.
• 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 effective use of technology.
• Ability to use effective strategies to engage students in their learning.

Physical Abilities

The work is sedentary. The employee may be required to walk, stand, bend, carry light items such as papers, books, or small parts, or drive an automobile. No special physical demands are required.

Work Schedule and Conditions

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

Lone Star College 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.