Art Department - Assistant Professor Art Education

Brigham Young University; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Brigham Young University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Art Education in the College of Fine Arts and Communications. The faculty member will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, mentor student research, and contribute to the department and university community.

Required is a PhD in Art Education or MFA in Art with K-12 experience. Start date is 09/01/2027, with a posting end date of 11/08/2026. Strong teaching and mentoring skills are essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in Art Education or MFA in Art with K-12 art education experience.
• Two+ years college teaching/mentoring desired.
• Knowledge of curriculum development, assessment and research in art education.
• Active engagement in art practice and art education scholarship.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate art education courses.
• Mentor experiential student learning and research.
• Contribute to departmental and university governance.
• Engage in scholarly/creative work in art education.

Skills

Curriculum development

Assessment

Research in art education

Mentoring students

Contemporary art issues

Education

PhD in Art Education

MFA in Art

Job description

Job Title: Art Department - Assistant Professor of Art Education, CFS Professorial Posting End Date: November 8, 2026 *NOTE: Last day to apply is Saturday, November 7, 2026 @ 11:59 p.m. MST Position Start Date: 09/01/2027 Required Degree: PhD (preferred) in Art Education or MFA (required) in Art with prior experience in K-12 Art Education. The required degree must be completed by the start date. Experience: Two or more years of experience teaching and mentoring students at the college level is desired, but not required. Knowledge of and ability to teach curriculum development, assessment, and research in art education. We are seeking a candidate who maintains a strong personal art practice alongside their art education experience/research. The candidate should be conversant with issues in contemporary art and with current issues in education and in the field of art education, and be able to mentor students at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Strong teaching and mentoring skills.

Duties/Expectations:

Teach undergraduate and graduate-level art education courses. Mentor experiential student learning and research. Contribute actively to department and college governance and to the university, community, and the profession. Be actively engaged in art and in the field of art education, including the creation of scholarly and/or creative work in the field.

EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS

All new employees who are members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints will be required to hold and be worthy to hold a current temple recommend. All faculty are required to abide by the university’s Honor Code and Dress & Grooming Standards. Preference is given to qualified candidates who are members in good standing of the affiliated church, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. Successful candidates are expected to support and contribute to the academic and religious missions of the university within the context of the principles and doctrine of the affiliated church.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY

Brigham Young University is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status. The mission of Brigham Young University — founded, supported, and guided by The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints — is to assist individuals in their quest for perfection and eternal life. BYU employees must possess a commitment to the Mission of Brigham Young University and the Aims of a BYU Education. That commitment is demonstrated through the following behaviors, attitudes, and expressions: intentionality in building faith in Jesus Christ and testimony of Her restored gospel among members of the BYU community commitment to seek and be led by the Holy Ghost in all aspects of university assignments student-centeredness above all other professional pursuits excellence in teaching, scholarship, mentoring, and citizenship commitment to a campus culture of unity, love, and belonging a pattern of exemplary conduct that combines spiritual values and personal integrity in conducting work in a professional manner consistent with the values espoused by the university and The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter‑day Saints a pattern of public expression that faithfully promotes the mission and doctrines of the Church; is devoid of contradicting or opposing Church doctrines, policies, and general leaders; and refrains from expressions and behaviors that are dishonest, unchaste, profane, or disrespectful of others BYU is an equal opportunity employer, including disability and protected veteran status.

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