Art Part Time Lecturer Pool

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Fullerton (CA); On-site; USD 61,458 - 74,515; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking applications for a Part Time Lecturer Pool in the Department of Art at CSU Fullerton. Responsibilities include teaching various studio or lecture classes and developing curriculum. Candidates must have an MFA degree or equivalent experience and be able to work with diverse students. This position is temporary and requires availability on short notice.

Competitive monthly salary ranges from $5,507 to $6,677 based on qualifications, offering prorated compensation for part-time assignments. For more benefits and application details, please visit the job link provided.

Qualifications

• Earned MFA degree, or its equivalent, in a relevant field.
• Experience teaching at the college or university level.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with diverse range of students.

Responsibilities

• Teach studio or lecture classes.
• Work on developing curricular offerings.
• Be available on short notice for teaching assignments.

Skills

Experience teaching at the college or university level

Ability to interact with diverse students

Organizational skills

Working knowledge of historical and contemporary art

Facilitation of group and individual critiques

Use of digital platforms

Education

MFA degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Art – Part Time Lecturer Pool

The Department of Art at CSU Fullerton invites applications for its Part‑Time Lecturer Pool. Primary responsibilities include teaching studio or lecture classes and working with colleagues to continue to develop curricular offerings. Lecturer positions may be eligible for a benefits package depending on the credit load taught each semester.

Areas of Instruction

• Art History
• Art Education/Teaching
• Ceramics
• Creative Photography and Experimental Media
• Drawing and Painting
• Entertainment Art/Animation
• Game Art, Animation and Immersive Media
• Glass
• Graphic and Interactive Design
• Illustration
• Jewelry and Metals
• Sculpture

This is a pool of part‑time lecturers for the department to draw on as necessary. Qualified applicants will be contacted when positions are available. Appointments from the part‑time pool are temporary and often made just prior to the start of the academic term. Applicants must be available on very short notice.

Required Qualifications

• Earned MFA degree, or its equivalent, in the field of study or a closely related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience teaching at the college or university level.
• Demonstrated ability to interact and work effectively with an inclusive and culturally diverse range of students, including first‑generation college students.
• Working knowledge of historical and contemporary art and art practices.
• Demonstrated ability to facilitate group and individual critiques.
• Demonstrated ability to clearly communicate and collaborate with students.
• Demonstrated ability to be organized and use digital platforms to deliver content.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to those with significant teaching experience in working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive and inclusive environment.
• Preference will also be given to those with relevant performance and professional experience.

How to Apply

A complete online application must be submitted in order to receive consideration. Please provide the following materials as the application requirements.

Required materials at time of application

1. Letter of interest or Cover Letter explaining expertise and what courses you are competent to teach and/or interested in teaching.
2. Curriculum Vitae (CV).
3. A list of three (3) references with contact information.
4. Copy of your unofficial transcripts conferring your highest terminal degree.
5. Inclusive Excellence Statement (no more than 500 words): This statement provides the candidate's unique perspective on their past and present contributions to and future aspirations for promoting and engaging with a diverse student population. This statement aims to showcase the candidate's professional experience, intellectual commitments, and/or willingness to teach and create an academic environment supportive of all students.

Required materials before official hire

1. Three letters of recommendation.
2. Official transcripts from the institution's Registrar's office emailed to [e-mail].

Appointment and Salary

All part‑time faculty appointments are made as Lecturers, under the terms of the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the CSU system and the California Faculty Association. Initial appointments are for one semester only.

Classification Range: $5,507 – $6,677 per month.
Anticipated hiring range depending on qualifications, not to exceed $6,221 per month.
The full‑time (15 units per semester) monthly base salaries indicated above are prorated to the number of units worked and paid in six monthly payments for each full semester. For a three‑unit assignment, typical starting compensation ranges from $6,608.40 to $7,465.20 per semester.

For a description of potential benefits, go to https://hr.fullerton.edu/total-wellness/health-benefits.html.

Legal and Background Information

Applicant will be required to disclose whether they have received a final administrative decision or final judicial decision determining that they have committed sexual harassment within the last seven years only after a determination is made that they meet the minimum qualifications for the position, and before an offer of employment is extended.

Background checks are required. The offer is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information or if information was knowingly withheld or falsified.

Applicants who are in a rehire scenario after a break of 12 months or more must have a current background check within the past 12 months.

To Apply

To apply, visit https://careers.pageuppeople.com/873/fl/en-us/job/558385/art-part-time-lecturer-pool.