Art Adjunct Instructor

Concordia University Nebraska; Seward (NE); On-site; USD 27,000 - 42,000; Part time

Job summary

Concordia University Nebraska in Seward, a Christian university, seeks a qualified adjunct faculty member to teach undergraduate art courses in Graphic Design and Fundamentals of Art. The instructor will deliver engaging instruction, support student learning, and align with the department’s commitment to excellence in the visual arts within a Christ-centered environment.

Candidates should hold an MFA in visual art or closely related field; substantial teaching experience in higher education is

Qualifications

• Terminal degree (M.F.A.) in visual art or related field preferred.
• Experience in higher education and curriculum planning is valued.
• Ability to communicate professionally with diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate art courses in Graphic Design and Fundamentals of Art.
• Instruct a variety of media and related courses aligned with qualifications.
• Follow existing curricula and explore faith and learning.
• Mentor students involved in studio research.

Education

M.F.A. in visual art or closely related field

Job description

Concordia University, Nebraska, an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, believes, teaches, and confesses that the Holy Scriptures are the inspired, inerrant, and infallible Word of God. As people called by the Holy Spirit through the Gospel to saving faith in Christ Jesus, the Word of God guides all we do in leading, teaching, and learning. Concordia equips students for lives of learning, service, and leadership in the home, church, and world.

Come and belong…join our team of passionate service leaders!

Concordia University is needing a Art Adjunct Instructor who wants to be a part of this mission. The main campus (and this role) is located in Seward, Nebraska. If you thrive in a Christian atmosphere and community-driven environment, you will enjoy Concordia University's community feel. If you want to learn more about Concordia University, Nebraska, please visit www.cune.edu.

Position Purpose:

The Department of Art at Concordia University Nebraska seeks qualified adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate art courses in Graphic Design and the General Education Fundamentals of Art. Adjunct instructors will deliver engaging instruction, foster creativity, and support student learning in alignment with the department’s commitment to excellence in the visual arts. Candidates should demonstrate a passion for teaching and a willingness to contribute to our vision of inspiring students to develop their artistic skills, critical thinking, and creative voices in a supportive, Christ-centered environment.

Responsibilities:

• Teach specific art courses within the Design Program and/or the general education course, Fundamentals of Art
• The ideal candidate should be open to instructing a variety of media and closely related art courses that align with their qualifications.
• Follow existing course curriculum and lessons that explore the intersection between faith and learning.
• Mentor students involved in studio research.

Qualifications:

• Terminal degree (M.F.A.) in visual art or a closely related field preferred.
• Candidates with considerable experience within the field will be considered.

Special Position Requirements:

• Familiarity with higher education, curriculum planning, course development, assessment, best teaching, and administrative practices; or a record of excellence in teaching.
• Able to communicate professionally with a diverse constituency both on and off campus.
• Committed to an environment of encouragement, teamwork, and excellence within a Christian University.
• Responsible for creating an environment that is consistent with the values of the University and fosters the development of students. This environment is one that is designed to build a positive character and foster Christian faith formation.
• Demonstrate character qualities of enthusiasm, courtesy, flexibility, integrity, gratitude, kindness, self-control, perseverance, and punctuality.
• Able to work within a culture of teamwork with emotional stability and positive words/actions.
• Be professional and courteous in dealing with students, families, faculty and staff, and the general public.
• Values and beliefs aligned with The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod.
• Ability to travel, including overnight and weekend events, as needed.
• Ability to maintain driver's certification for University provided vehicles and University-related travel.
• Must follow security policies that correspond to the level of sensitivity of the data they handle.
• Should promptly report any security concerns or incidents to designated personnel.
• Maintain security and patching of personal devices connected to the institutional email.
• Maintain high standards for institutional, staff, faculty, employee, and financial data used for business operations.
• copies of graduate academic transcripts where degrees have been received. Upon hire, official transcripts will be required.