Adjunct Instructor, Art and Design ( Graphic Design, Digital Art, Studio Art, Digital Photography)

Lindenwood; United States; Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

Lindenwood is seeking an Adjunct Instructor in Art and Design to teach undergraduate and graduate courses, advise students, and contribute to program design. The role emphasizes student mentoring and collaboration with colleagues to deliver engaging learning experiences.

The position may require proficiency with Adobe software and other design tools, with responsibilities spanning instructional delivery, assessment, and academic support within a dynamic university setting.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree required.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to think critically and solve problems independently.
• Ability to be organized and work on multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canvas.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Art and Design.
• Provide academic advising and program design.
• Mentor students and participate in service and governance activities.
• Develop course materials and assessments; manage coursework and schedules.

Skills

Communication

Critical thinking

Organization

MS Office

Canvas

Education

Master’s degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Canvas

Job description

**JOB TITLE SUMMARY****Job title:** Adjunct Instructor**Evaluation group:** Adjunct Instructor**FLSA status:** Exempt **Positions Supervised:** N/A**Summary**An adjunct instructor is responsible for teaching, service, and related administrative activities. This position may also include academic advising, program design, and student mentoring. Depending on the sub-discipline within Art and Design, evidence of proficiency in various forms of technology, including Adobe software, may be necessary. Within the sub-discipline of studio art, our curriculum includes the following specializations: Drawing (pencil, charcoal, ink, pastels), Painting (watercolor, oil, acrylic, mixed media), Sculpture (woodworking, modeling, casting), Printmaking (etching, lithography, screen printing), Ceramics (pottery, sculpture, hand-building, glazing), Mixed Media (combining various materials and methods). This position may also include academic advising, program design, and student mentoring.**Essential Job Functions and Performance Indicators***Teaching and Learning** Focus on the talents, interests, and future of the student by clearly communicating learning goals and how those goals are assessed, teaching course sessions in an organized way, providing time for reflection, discussion, and application of ideas or information and by making learning engaging and interesting.* Develop adaptive thinking and problem-solving skills by using examples or illustrations to explain difficult points, encourage students to question ideas or information in the subject, adjust instruction if students experience difficulties in learning, help students to understand the language and processes of the subject, and help students to think through and solve problems, either by themselves or together as a group.* Further lifelong learning by providing useful feedback on tests or completed assignments, using assessment results to provide extra help or extended learning opportunities.* Establish a positive, productive, and respectful classroom environment that is conducive to learning.* Hold all classes as scheduled and be punctual in starting and ending classes.* Enforce/respect university policies, procedures, and rules and inform the appropriate university official of any violations or inappropriate conduct by students that cannot be redressed through normal faculty intervention.* Distribute the syllabus to each student enrolled in each course taught by the first class meeting.* Follow the established course schedule, and when needed, provide written notice of any substantial change(s).* Require use of the course text(s) to an extent that warrants purchase.* Ensure that students receive reasonable and timely assistance with course assignments/assessments as requested.* Administer either an exam or other evaluative activity during the scheduled final exam time for every course.* Determine final grades as per the method prescribed in the syllabus.* Mentoring, such as promoting volunteer opportunities, conducting research with students, providing curricular enhancements or extensions, tutoring, promoting resume-building initiatives, promoting responsible citizenship inside and outside of the campus, promoting leadership opportunities, connecting students with university resources, helping students to solve problems or adapt their thinking, and promoting healthy and ethical lifestyles.* Providing an unwavering example of professionalism.* Complete any other requirements as requested by the dean.*Shared Responsibility** Engage in scholarly activities and creative endeavors which contribute to the academic mission of the university.* Supervise laboratories, independent study activities, and off-campus learning such as practicums and internships.* Participate in shared governance assuming positions of responsibility by volunteering for university events and initiatives, participating in co-curricular activities, and recruiting.* Exhibit interpersonal effectiveness with and respect for students, colleagues, and administrators by acting as a team player and coordinating work behavior with colleagues.*Subject Matter Expertise** Design, develop, and teach assigned undergraduate and graduate courses and seminars.*Job may require other duties as assigned***Required Qualifications** – Required qualifications to effectively perform the job. An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered. (Additional requirements may be designated by position.)* Master’s degree required.**Knowledge, Skills and Abilities –** May be representative, but not all-inclusive, of those knowledge, skills and abilities commonly associated with this position.* Excellent written and verbal communication skills.* Ability to think critically and solve problems independently.* Ability to be organized and work on multiple tasks simultaneously.* Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Canvas**Work Environment** – Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.* General office and/or classroom conditions.**Physical Abilities -** Activities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.* Stamina to teach class as required.* Ability to stand or sit for extended time periods.* Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform job-related tasks other than those specifically presented in this description.