Adjunct Faculty for 3D Illustration

Nossi College of Art & Design; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

An art and design college in Nashville seeks a part-time 3D Instructor to teach courses on modeling and animation. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree, at least five years of professional experience in 3D, and effective teaching skills. Responsibilities include engaging with students and maintaining course standards. The role includes a flexible schedule from Monday to Thursday.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required, Graduate Degree preferred.
• Minimum five years of professional experience in the field.
• At least one year of teaching experience preferred.
• Solid understanding of the fundamentals of 3D and illustration.
• Must present an up-to-date resume with examples of recent work.

Responsibilities

• Teach 3D from basic to intermediate levels.
• Conduct classes and maintain attendance records.
• Motivate and support students in their learning journey.
• Record attendance and maintain class records; monitor student progress.
• Advise and mentor students to help them achieve their best work.
• Ensure grading accuracy and timely entry into grade books.

Skills

Understanding of 3D fundamentals

Ability to teach and inspire

Professional experience in 3D

Education

Bachelor's degree

Graduate degree preferred

Tools

Blender

Job description

Nossi College of Art and Design is searching for a 3D Instructor:

Teach 3D from basic to intermediate levels

• Basic sculpting
• Modeling
• Animation
• Motion graphics

Software / Blender

Must have at least a bachelor’s degree in a related field. Must show at least five years of professional experience, and at least one year of teaching experience.

Must present an up-to-date resume and at least five examples of recent work. Must have a solid understanding of the fundamentals of 3D and Illustration.

Courses meet once a week and are offered at 8-12pm, 1-5pm, and 6-10pm.

This is a campus-based position in Nashville, TN.

POSITION CONCEPT:

The Instructor/Faculty is the main-stay of the academic program and is a master teacher in their subject area. The Instructor must be an effective classroom manager. Each Instructor must be adaptable to a variety of situations and have the ability to relate well to students, other faculty members and the administration of the College.

The Instructor must also believe in and follow the philosophy of the College and agree to support College policies and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS:

At a minimum, the Adjunct faculty will have:

1. A Bachelor's degree, Graduate Degree preferred.

2. Thorough knowledge of the subject matter.

3. Ability to teach, coach, mentor, and inspire learners.

4. At least five years professional experience working in the field that is being taught.

5. Must present an up-to-date resume with at least five examples of recent work.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Teach students according to approved syllabus. Changes may be made to the syllabus upon approval of the Program Director, Vice President of Academic Affairs, and President.

2. Conduct themselves in a professional manner at all times.

3. During the first class meeting, inform students of all course requirements, all materials that will be needed, all classroom policies including absences and tardies, all grading procedures, all project requirements, etc.

4. Take and record attendance for each class meeting separate from the students’ attendance sheets. Maintain all class records.

5. Monitor and chart each student’s progress through observation, reinforcement, remediation, tutoring and review.

6. Assist students’ progress by way of weekly quizzes, mid-term and final exams and by maintaining a current record of all grades including projects and presentations.

7. Counsel and advise students. Motivate students to do their best work.

8. Report all students with personal or psychological problems that may hinder academic performance or may result in potential harm to himself or others to the Student Services Director and College leadership.

9. Ensure student grading is completed on time and entered into the grade book consistently.

10. Notify every student, in writing, of their mid-term grade.

11. Make sure that classrooms are in good order at the end of each class.

12. Instructors must provide 3 ½ hours of learning opportunity for each class.

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule:

Monday to Thursday

Education:

Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

Professional: 5 years (Required)

1 Year of teaching (Preferred)

Work Location: ON CAMPUS ONLY

Job Type: Part-time

Schedule:

4 hour shift

Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

Madison, TN 37115: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)