Art Adjunct Instructor

Concordia University, Nebraska; Seward (NE); On-site; USD 24,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Concordia University, Nebraska's Department of Art seeks qualified adjunct faculty to teach undergraduate art courses in Graphic Design and Fundamentals of Art. Adjunct instructors deliver engaging instruction and support student learning in a Christ-centered environment.

Candidates should have a terminal degree (M.F.A.) in visual art or related field; experience in higher education and curriculum development is preferred.

Qualifications

• Terminal degree (M.F.A.) in visual art or closely related field preferred.
• Experience teaching undergraduate art courses and ability to align lessons with curriculum.
• Ability to communicate professionally within a Christian university context.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Teaching

Art Instruction

Curriculum Development

Education

M.F.A. in Visual Art

Experience in higher education

Tools

Adobe Photoshop

Illustrator

InDesign

Job description

College of Arts and Sciences 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.

College of Arts and Sciences Concordia University, Nebraska, an institution of The Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod, believes, teachers, 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.

Candidates must submit the following

• application form found atwww.cune.edu/employment,
• a curriculum vitae,
• a statement of educational philosophy,
• copies of graduate academic transcripts where degrees have been received. Upon hire, official transcripts will be required.