Adjunct Faculty, Community Education / Professional Practice

Maryland Institute College of Art; Baltimore (MD); Presencial; USD 34.000 - 83.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Maryland Institute College of Art in Baltimore is seeking an experienced classroom instructor for Community Education and Professional Practice programs. You will deliver course content tailored for adult learners, facilitate hands-on projects, and foster creative growth in graphic design and related disciplines.

Responsibilities include preparing syllabi, submitting them by deadlines to the Academic Coordinator, managing the classroom, recording attendance and grades, and supporting students

Formación

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Demonstrated experience teaching or equivalent
• As a maker/artist/designer/entrepreneur in the course content

Responsabilidades

• Deliver course content for Community Education / Professional Practice programs
• Prepare and submit a syllabus to the Academic Coordinator within stated deadlines
• Keep record of student progress and grades in alignment with MICA’s faculty handbook
• Exercise classroom management, interventions and support as needed

Descripción del empleo

Welcome to the official site for employment opportunities at MICA. At MICA, we empower our employees to use their talent in a variety of ways. We are pleased that you are interested in career opportunities offered at MICA.General Purpose:MICA Open Studies is one unit of the College that opens its doors to the community at large. Through Community Education courses, taught by MICA’s excellent faculty, adult artists can build skills and develop confidence in a variety of fine arts/design disciplines. Introductory courses provide the foundation for learning techniques and concepts while advanced courses encourage students to further explore their creativity. Design professionals can advance their knowledge through MICA’s Professional Practice course in the areas of graphic design and web design, advertising, and creative entrepreneurship. Real-world issues are discussed, and innovative projects are assigned to provide a well- rounded, meaningful experience aimed at preparing students for challenges that are faced in art and design careers.Summary of Essential Functions:Serve in the role of classroom instructor for Community Education / Professional Practice programsEssential Duties & Responsibilities:Deliver specific content as related to the course assignedDeliver content that is designed specifically for an adult audiencePrepare and submit a syllabus to the Academic Coordinator within stated deadlinesExercise classroom management, interventions and support as neededKeep record of student progress and grades in alignment with MICA’s faculty handbookKeep accurate attendance recordsSupervise students at all times during scheduled classPerform other related duties as assignedKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Knowledge of specific art or design content area and assessment and critique strategiesSkills in material and tool use specific to the courseAbility to deliver scaffolded content to a variety of learners, and adapt to individual needsMinimum qualifications:Bachelor’s DegreeDemonstrated experience teaching or equivalentAs a maker/artist/designer /entrepreneur in the course contentPreferred qualifications:Master’s Degree in related fieldReporting to this position: noneConditions of Employment:Background check, finger printingWork evenings and/or weekends as neededPhysical demands and work environment: The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Physical Demands: While performing the duties of job, the employee is occasionally required to stand, walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; balance; stoop; talk or hear. The employee must occasionally lift up to 15 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by the job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. (may be adjusted depending on position)Work environment: While performing the duties of the job, the employee is exposed to weather conditions prevalent at the time. The noise level in the work environment is usually (minimal, moderate, or high).Required training: Handbook orientation, Anti-Harassment, Hazard Communication, Emergency Plans & Fire Prevention, Personal Protection Equipment. (additional training may be added, SEE: EHS Manager training schedule)Maryland Institute College of Art is committed to its policy of providing equal opportunity regardless of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or veteran status (disabled, Vietnam-era, or otherwise). Furthermore, the College does not tolerate any form of sex discrimination, including sexual harassment or sexual violence. This policy applies to all programs, facilities, and activities provided by Maryland Institute College of Art, including but not limited to admission, educational programs, and employment.Applicants must apply online for each job in which they are interested. You will not be considered for any job for which you have not specifically applied. We do not accept applications via email, U.S. mail, or fax. Successful candidates for any staff or faculty positions will be subject to a pre-employment background check.MICA provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at 410-225-2363.