Adjunct Instructor, Art History

Manhattan University; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 1500 - 1600; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences at Manhattan University invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of Art History for the Spring 2027 semester. This is an in-person, on-campus position.

You will teach Roots of the Modern Age: Art History (ART 150), meeting twice weekly for DigitalMedia Art majors and general students, with enrollment up to 25. Demonstrate commitment to diverse student populations and inclusive pedagogy.

Formación

• Master’s or PhD in Art History, Visual Culture, or Studio Art; PhD preferred.
• Preference will be given to candidates with proven teaching excellence at the higher education level.

Responsabilidades

• Provide high-quality, engaging instruction for ART 150 Roots of the Modern Age.
• Develop course materials, including syllabi, lesson plans, and assessments.
• Foster an inclusive learning environment and ensure student engagement.
• Submit grades on time and comply with department requests.
• Collaborate with faculty and participate in department activities.
• Adhere to the University's mission and values.

Conocimientos

Teaching in higher education

Interdisciplinary instruction

Educación

Art History (MA/PhD)

Visual Culture or Studio Art

Descripción del empleo

Position Description

The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences is a vibrant,interdisciplinary community of student and faculty scholars workingtogether to advance excellence in research, teaching, and learning.We combine LaSallian values with a person-centered approach toeducation to cultivate transferable critical thinking andscientific inquiry skills. Our students have the unique opportunityto scaffold their disciplinary passions on a strong foundation ofthe liberal arts and sciences to help them become successful,ethical professionals and community-engaged stewards of the future.Our 30 majors and 6 graduate programs prioritize buildingcareer-ready skills and include opportunities to engage withfaculty in learning environments inside and outside of theclassroom. We encourage students to study abroad in our signature two-weekfaculty led programs, conduct research projects with distinguishedfaculty members, pursue internships, and leverage all of the uniquecultural experiences New York City has to offer. Approximately 85%of our graduates either find employment or enroll in a graduateprogram related to their field of study within a year ofgraduation.?

About The Kakos School of Arts and Sciences:

The Department of Communication, Sound and Media Arts at ManhattanUniversity invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor of ArtHistory position for the Spring 2027 semester. We value excellencein and commitment to teaching a diverse student population, as wellas historically-informed, inclusive approaches to the discipline.

This is an in-person, on-campus, non-remoteposition.

Course Description:

An intensive and critical examination of major works of art fromthe medieval period to the present that contribute to anunderstanding of the modern world. Beyond simply a course on theart of the past, this interdisciplinary course primarily focuses onvisual culture today and its connection to the history of art andthe politics of patronage, reception, production, broadcast media,AI/VR, and the art market.

Course Information:

• Roots of the Modern Age: Art History (ART 150) willmeet twice a week, either Mondays and Thursdays or Tuesdays andFridays, beginning January 19, 2027 and ending May 12, 2027. Thetime of the course TBD.
• This three-credit course for the DigitalMedia Art major as well as general students in the Kakos Schoolof Arts and Science will have an enrollment capacity of 25students.

Job Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, engaging instruction to students in Rootsof the Modern Age, Art History (ART 150) delivering course conceptsand techniques through effective teaching strategies.
• Develop course materials, including syllabi, lesson plans, andassessments for the assigned course.
• Foster a positive and inclusive learning environment conduciveto student engagement and academic success.
• Ensure active participation and engagement of students.
• Provide timely feedback and guidance to students to supporttheir learning and development.
• Submit grades on time and otherwise comply with relatedrequests from the chair.
• Collaborate with other faculty members and participate indepartmental meetings and activities.
• Adhere to the University's mission and values.

Requirements

• Master’s or PhD in Art History, Visual Culture, or Studio Art;PhD preferred
• Preference will be given to candidates with proven teachingexcellence at the higher education level

Supplemental Information

Salary Based on Experience:

• Instructor $1477.28 per credit
• Assistant Professor $1526.25 per credit
• Associate Professor $1575.65 per credit
• Professor $1625.04 per credit