Adjunct Faculty Credit - Art

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Hoffman Estates (IL); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

Harper College is seeking adjunct instructors to teach Introduction to Visual Art in a variety of modalities, including online asynchronous and face‑to‑face formats. Courses may run 16 weeks or shorter terms; instructors use Blackboard Ultra, and training is available for online sections.

Educational requirements include a minimum MA in Art History or MFA in Studio Art, with prior college teaching experience preferred. Class number 42.11306 is noted.

Qualifications

• Minimum MA in Art History or MFA in Studio Art is required.
• Prior college-level teaching experience is preferred.

Education

MA in Art History

MFA in Studio Art

Job description

ABOUT US

We are Harper College…the college in your community.

The College was established by referendum in 1965 and opened September 1967. It is named for Dr. William Rainey Harper, a pioneer in the junior college movement in the United States and the first president of the University of Chicago.

Harper College is now one of the nation’s premier community colleges and one of the largest, serving approximately 29,000 students annually in Chicago’s northwest suburbs. The College’s academic programs prepare students for rewarding careers and for transfer to four-year universities. Harper offers associate degree and certification programs, advanced career programs, workforce training, professional development, continuing education classes, accelerated degree options for adults and developmental education programs.

At Harper College, we are committed to fair and equitable compensation for all employees. In compliance with Illinois state law, we prioritize transparency in salary information. Our salary ranges reflect our dedication to attracting and retaining top talent while ensuring equitable pay practices. We encourage open discussions about compensation and invite you to reach out with any questions you may have regarding salary details. Harper College typically offers compensation up to the median market rate for this position. We aim to ensure our pay is competitive while aligning with both the role's requirements and the candidate's experience. To review all benefit information visit us at:
https://www.harpercollege.edu/about/directory/hr/index.php

QUALIFICATIONS

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Description (Introduction to Visual Art): The Art Department at Harper College is seeking adjunct instructors to teach Introduction to Visual Art in a variety of course modalities (online asynchronous and face-to-face) and term lengths (16 weeks, first- and second-8 weeks). This class is lecture and discussion based, and use of Harper’s course management system, Blackboard Ultra, is required. Training is available for instructors who teach online sections.

Educational Requirements: Minimum MA in Art History or MFA in Studio Art is required.

Experience Requirements: Prior college-level teaching experience is preferred.

42.11306

ABOUT THE TEAM

RESPONSIBILITIES