Adjunct Faculty- Visual Arts -Ceramics

Central Texas College; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Central Texas College's Fine Arts Department seeks an Adjunct Instructor - Ceramics to teach ceramics and a 3-D Design course in a face-to-face format. This part-time, semester-based role depends on course load and the college pay schedule.

Applicants must hold a Master’s in Visual Arts with ceramics credentials and have hands-on studio experience. Strong communication and classroom management are essential for diverse student populations.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree with 18 graduate hours in Visual Arts (Ceramics) required.
• Experience in ceramic art and studio techniques (hand-building, throwing) preferred.
• Prior college-level teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach ceramics and a 3-D Design course in face-to-face format.
• Provide in-person instruction on hand-building, throwing, glazing, and terminology.
• Evaluate student work, maintain records, and provide timely feedback.
• Collaborate with faculty and support diverse student populations.
• Adhere to college policies and syllabi.

Skills

Ceramics knowledge

Studio techniques

Classroom management

Communication

Education

Master’s degree in Visual Arts (Ceramics)

Tools

Etrieve

Eagle Self Service

Blackboard

Job description

The Fine Arts Department at Central Texas College is seeking an Adjunct Instructor - Ceramics. This position will also require teaching a3-D Design course.

Courses are offered in a face-to-face format.

Adjunct (part-time), semester-based employment with compensation based on course load and institutional pay schedule.

• Education and Experience: Master’s Degree from a nationally, regionally or identified at the state level accredited institution of higher education with 18 graduate hours in Visual Arts (Ceramics) required. Programs should be from a research-based university.
  • Minimum requirements would be 18 graduate credits in Visual Arts including course work that aligns with Ceramics.
  • Experience in ceramic art, including relevant studio techniques and processes such as hand-building,throwing,andothertechniquesasitrelatestothe design and production of ceramic sculpture and pottery.
  • Prefer college level teaching experience in Visual Arts.
  • Prefer Additional professional artistic experience through exhibitions or residencies.

• Effective classroom management and student engagement skills.
• Provide in-person instruction on ceramic hand-building techniques, throwing, glazing and surfacing of assigned pieces, concept development, and ceramic terminology for assigned courses. This includes preparation for in-class activities, evaluation of students' work, and regular consultation with students both in and outside of class and/or on-line
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to teach subject matter through education, experience and skills.
• Commitment to working with diverse and under a prepared student population.
• Strong written and verbal communications skills.
• Ability to explain complex concepts in accessible ways.
• Knowledge of academic integrity standards and college-level expectations.
• Commitment to equity, access and student success.
• Must be efficient with using computers and learning various electronic systems such as Etrieve (electronic forms), Eagle Self Service and Blackboard.
• Knowledge of ceramic materials, glazing, firing and safe studio practices.
• Knowledge of kilns.

• Teaches assigned classes using syllabi, tests and textbooks approved by the department in accordance with established professional practices in the teaching area.
• Grades, evaluates, and monitors student progress and keeps accurate records for all classes taught.
• Provides feedback and communicates with students in a timely manner.
• Maintains professional skills, subject expertise and technology skills through continual involvement in developmental activities.
• Demonstrates effective class management, providing maximum opportunity for student progress.
• Ensures the course objectives, as defined in the syllabus, are accomplished.
• Adhere to college policies.