Adjunct Faculty Pool - Fashion Design, Draping, Patternmaking, and Construction

Fashion Institute of Technology; United States; On-site; USD 99,036 - 141,051; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive employee benefit programs

Opportunity for upward mobility

Job summary

A renowned fashion education institution is seeking an experienced adjunct faculty member for its Fashion Design program. The role involves teaching courses in draping, patternmaking, and garment construction, ensuring that students receive hands-on guidance. Candidates should possess an Associate’s degree and significant professional experience in fashion design. This position offers competitive hourly compensation based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional experience as a senior fashion designer and/or technician.
• Knowledge of basic construction machinery required.
• Basic computer literacy required.

Responsibilities

• Deliver relevant course material and assess student performance.
• Guide students in hands-on design room techniques.
• Submit grades on time.

Skills

Draping techniques

Patternmaking

Construction techniques

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Associate’s degree

Bachelor of Fine Arts degree

Tools

Basic construction machinery

Job description

Adjunct Faculty Pool - Fashion Design, Draping, Patternmaking, and Construction

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The Fashion Department is recruiting a pool of applicants for possible adjunct teaching positions. Successful candidates may teach one or more of the following courses.

Materials and Construction (Sewing Levels 1 & 2)

• Instruction in the foundational skills of garment construction, from skirts to fully lined sewn blazers. The instructor will teach proper use of basic construction machinery and techniques for garment assembly, seams, finishes, and professional standards. Students will learn how to produce well‑constructed garments using industry best practices.

Design Studio (Draping Levels 1, 2, & 3)

• Instruction in hands‑on draping techniques, beginning with fundamental skills such as proper tool use, fabric grain, and garment balance. Students will progress from unstructured draping using soft fabrics to structured techniques for more complex garments. The instructor will address finishing details and guide students in exploring the relationship between two‑dimensional patternmaking and three‑dimensional draping. Construction techniques and finishing practices will be integrated throughout all levels.

Apparel Design Studio – Patternmaking (Level 3)

• Instruction in patternmaking techniques including development of basic slopers, pattern identification, proper tool usage, and hands‑on design room methods. Students will learn basic through advanced techniques as they create design prototypes. Knowledge of construction processes and machinery is essential for linking design and production elements.

Adjunct instructors deliver relevant course material, assess student performance, provide guidance and assistance to students both in and out of the classroom, and submit grades on time. Course descriptions are available in the online catalog. The preceding description is not designed to be a complete list of all duties and responsibilities required of the position; other duties may be assigned consistent with the classification of the position.

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate’s degree required.
• Minimum of six (6) years of professional experience as a senior fashion designer and/or technician.
• Knowledge of basic construction machinery required.
• Basic computer literacy required.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor of Fine Arts degree preferred.
• Prior college‑level teaching experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of draping, patternmaking, and/or construction techniques.
• Ability to teach hands‑on design room techniques with clarity and precision.
• Familiarity with classroom technology and college course management systems.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Additional Information

Please note all offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of the background check process.

Compensation

The UCE‑FIT Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) governs the compensation, benefits, and conditions of employment. $87.14 per hour based on minimum qualifications. The final rate, step and appointment rank are determined by a candidate’s ability to demonstrate that they meet the respective school’s additional criteria for hiring “above the first step,” in accordance with the CBA Adjunct Salary Schedules (pp 88‑89).

Benefits

The Fashion Institute of Technology (FIT) provides comprehensive employee benefit programs designed to help keep our faculty and staff and their families healthy, safe, happy, and productive. Our programs also include a variety of components to help our employees improve the quality and balance of their work and family lives and to help them prepare for their futures. For a full list of benefits, visit FIT Benefits.

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

FIT is firmly committed to creating an environment that will attract and retain people from a range of backgrounds. FIT is firmly committed to creating a learning and working environment that encourages, utilizes, respects, and appreciates the full expression of every individual’s ability. The FIT community fosters its mission and grows because of its rich, pluralistic experience. FIT is committed to prohibiting discrimination, whether on the basis of race, color, creed, age, national origin, immigration or citizenship status, gender, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, partnership status, caregiver status, sexual and reproductive health decisions, uniformed service, height, weight, any lawful source of income, status as a victim of domestic violence or as a victim of sex offenses or stalking, whether children are, may be or would be residing with a person or conviction or arrest record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. FIT is committed to providing equal opportunity in employment, including the opportunity for upward mobility for all qualified individuals. Applications from veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged. Inquiries regarding FIT’s non‑discrimination policies may be directed to the Chief Equal Employment Opportunity Officer/Title IX Coordinator, 212‑217‑3360.