Adjunct Instructor of Art & Design

Keuka College; New York (NY); On-site; USD 33,480 - 55,800; Part time

Job summary

A private liberal arts college in New York is seeking adjunct instructors for Art & Design courses. Candidates must possess a BA or BFA in the field, with an MFA or MA preferred. Teaching experience and the ability to engage with students is essential. The role includes planning courses, grading, and maintaining a positive classroom environment, with regular office hours expected.

Qualifications

• Experience with a variety of teaching strategies and tools.
• College or University teaching experience strongly preferred.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.

Responsibilities

• Plan course instruction and syllabi based on course goals.
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning.
• Maintain regular office hours to meet with students.

Skills

Strong understanding of design fundamentals

Experience teaching studio art courses

Leadership and interpersonal skills

Ability to work in a student-centered environment

Education

BA or BFA Degree in Art or Communication

MFA or MA preferred

Job description

Overview

The Division of Humanities and Fine Arts at Keuka College seeks adjunct instructors to teach introductory and advanced courses in Art & Design. We value quality in teaching, and we thus seek enthusiastic faculty who value and enjoy working closely with an undergraduate population. Keuka College has a strong commitment to principles of diversity and encourages applications from groups underrepresented in higher education. Keuka College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. AA/EOE

Essential Skills

• Strong understanding of design fundamentals across diverse mediums
• Experience teaching introductory and advanced studio art courses such as drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and digital photography
• Candidates should have strong leadership and interpersonal skills, initiative, and the ability to work in a student-centered environment
• Successful candidate will have experience using a variety of teaching strategies and tools

Essential Responsibilities

• Experience demonstrating ability to work creatively with beginning and advanced students at a variety of skill levels
• Plan course instruction and syllabi based upon approved course description, goals, and objectives
• Design, administer, and grade essays, examinations, and applicable projects to accurately assess achievement of course objectives as identified in the syllabus
• Contribute to program assessment of student learning outcomes based on signature assignments in courses
• Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and actively engage students
• Maintain regular office hours to meet one-on-one with students
• Work with the Chair and other faculty in the Division of Humanities & Fine Arts to ensure instructional quality and program quality
• Maintain a professional and courteous attitude at all times towards co-workers, internal and external customers, representing Keuka College, its programs, policies and procedures in a positive and professional manner. Maintain effective working relationships to ensure institution-wide teamwork.
• Consistently demonstrate high standards of integrity by supporting the Keuka College mission, vision and values and adhering to institutional policies.
• Maintain high regard for student privacy in accordance with the FERPA privacy policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance is expected and required.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting of boxes, supplies, etc., generally less than 30lbs.
• Some evening and weekend hours required

Minimum Qualifications

• BA or BFA Degree in Art, Communication, or other appropriate field (MFA, MA preferred).
• Candidates with an artistic practice in addition to a portfolio of professional work will be given special consideration.
• College or University teaching experience strongly preferred. Other instruction or presentation experience will be considered.
• Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
• Understand and behave with a high level of integrity and complete confidentiality at all times.
• Ability to be sensitive to and respond to needs/concerns of students, faculty, college staff and the public.
• Ability to work under pressure with a high tolerance for interruptions, and the ability to work with diverse groups of people.

About Keuka College

Keuka College, founded in 1890, is a liberal arts-based, private, four-year college in the heart of New York’s Finger Lakes. The College offers small classes augmented by its trademark Field Period program – an annual, 140-hour experiential learning internship. Graduates leave with significant, real-world experience because of this immersion in experiential learning – long the cornerstone of a Keuka College education. The College’s 290-acre campus hosts just under 1,000 students, approximately 220 employees, and more than 5,000 summer conference guests. It is the largest private employer in Yates County, where its annual regional economic impact is more than $110 million. With a home campus on the shore of Keuka Lake, satellite classes throughout New York, and international programs in China and Vietnam, Keuka College carries on the original mission of its founder, the Rev. Dr. George Harvey Ball, to educate young students and adult learners “to bring strength to our nation and to help humanity.” The College is an equal opportunity provider and employer. Keuka College is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, this job description lists only those responsibilities and qualifications deemed essential.