Adjunct Faculty in Fine Art (Studio Courses)

Clovis Community College - Clovis, NM; Clovis (NM); On-site; USD 895,000 - 1,033,000; Part time

Job summary

Clovis Community College in Clovis, NM is seeking adjunct instructors to teach in the Instruction department under general supervision. Instructors collaborate with faculty to ensure key concepts are addressed and course outcomes are met.

Candidates must hold an MFA or a terminal degree with 18 graduate credits in the discipline, or an MFA in progress with relevant qualifications. A strong portfolio and teaching experience are valued.

Qualifications

• A MFA degree or equivalent with 18 graduate credits in the discipline.
• Bachelor of Fine Arts with 18 graduate credits in the discipline.
• Acceptance into and active pursuit of an MFA in the discipline.
• Documented professional teaching/workshop experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver structured lectures and classroom activities aligned with the course syllabus.
• Provide timely feedback on quizzes, tests, homework and projects.
• Maintain accurate records of student performance and adherence to college policies.

Education

Master of Fine Arts degree

Master’s degree with 18 graduate credit hours in discipline

Bachelor of Fine Arts with 18 graduate credit hours

Acceptance into and actively pursuing an MFA

Professional teaching experience in the discipline

Job description

Compensation:

$700 per credit hour

CompensationType:

Salary

Employment Type:

Adjunct/Part Time Faculty (Fixed Term)

Grade:

Department:

Instruction

Position Summary

Under general supervision of and in accordance with Clovis Community College and departmentally established practices and expectations, adjunct instructors work collaboratively with other faculty within the College and their discipline to ensure that key concepts of the specific discipline are addressed.

Duties & Responsibilities

Teaching assignments may vary depending on the specific qualifications and expertise of the individual. The Instructor will provide students with a complete syllabus containing course outcomes and competencies; present well prepared, organized, and clear lectures and classroom activities consistent with the course syllabus; continually promote development and effective use of skills in areas such as critical and analytical thinking, evaluation, communication, computation, problem solving, assessment, and decision-making; provide students with timely information and feedback on academic progress relative to quizzes, tests, homework, and projects; maintain accurate, up-to-date records of student academic performance; and possess a thorough knowledge and understanding of all college policies. Use technology tools including, but not limited to, Canvas, Starfish, e-mail, MS Office, and the Internet.

Requires continuous movement within the College, continuous sitting and handling of small objects such as paper and pen. Requires pushing and pulling of up to 10 lbs.

Minimum Qualifications:

A Master of Fine Arts degree; a master’s degree in another field with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline or subfield to be taught; Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with a minimum of 18 graduate credit hours in the discipline or subfield to be taught; Bachelor of Fine Arts degree with acceptance into and actively pursuing an M.F.A. in the discipline or subfield to be taught with supporting qualifications: tested professional experience (professional workshops, acceptance of artwork in regional/national juried shows, portfolio and teaching experience). Qualifications for non-art degree applicants: tested professional experience (national juried shows, professional workshops, exceptional portfolio, acceptance into graduate program, and teaching experience in the discipline to be taught).

EEO STATEMENT:

As an EEO employer, Clovis Community College will not discriminate in our employment practices based on an applicant’s race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, serious medical condition or status as a protected veteran or spousal affiliation. Clovis Community College hires only U.S. citizens and individuals lawfully authorized to work in the U.S.