Associate Lecturer (PT), Graphic Design Program

Curry College; Milton (MA); On-site; USD 3,800 - 5,200; Part time

Job summary

Curry College is seeking an Associate Lecturer (PT) for the Graphic Design Program to support Spring 2026. Candidates should be proficient with Adobe Creative Suite, Typography, HTML/CSS, Motion Graphics, and Wacom Tablets, and capable of guiding students in practical design projects.

The role emphasizes delivering effective instruction, providing feedback, and helping to advance the curriculum while collaborating with fellow faculty to keep courses current with industry standards.

Qualifications

• MFA, Visual Communication or related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, Typography, HTML, CSS for Web Design, Motion Graphics, Wacom Tablets and large format printers.
• Prior college-level teaching experience.
• Prior experience working with Canvas.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging instructional sessions covering essential topics in graphic design and web basics.
• Facilitate hands-on projects to help students apply theory to practice.
• Provide constructive feedback to foster student growth.
• Contribute to curriculum development aligned with industry trends.
• Collaborate with faculty to enhance the learning environment.
• Stay updated with design tools and industry standards.

Skills

Adobe Creative Suite

Typography

HTML

CSS for Web Design

Motion Graphics

Wacom Tablets

Large format printers

Design Principles

Teaching/mentoring

Education

MFA, Visual Communication or related

College-level teaching experience

Canvas experience

Tools

Canvas

Wacom Tablets

Large format printers

Job description

Associate Lecturer (PT), Graphic Design Program

The Graphic Design program at Curry College is actively seeking to expand our adjunct faculty pool for Spring 2026. We are in search of talented individuals who possess a high level of proficiency in various aspects of graphic design, including the Adobe CreativeSuite, Typography, HTML, CSS for Web Design, Motion Graphics, Wacom Tablets, and large format printers.

As an adjunct faculty member, you will play a crucial role in enriching the learning experience of our students and contributing to the overall growth of the Graphic Design program. Your expertise and passion for design will be instrumental in inspiring and guiding aspiring designers as they develop their skills and creativity.

Responsibilities

• Delivering engaging and effective instructional sessions that cover essential topics in graphic design, including Adobe CreativeSuite applications, Typography, Design Principles, Web Design using HTML and CSS, Motion Graphics, and utilizing Wacom Tablets and large format printers;
• Facilitating hands-on practical exercises and projects to help students apply theoretical concepts and acquire real-world design experience;
• Providing constructive feedback and guidance on students’ work to foster their artistic development and proficiency;
• Contributing to the ongoing curriculum development and enhancement of the Graphic Design program, incorporating industry trends and best practices to ensure relevance and competitiveness;
• Collaborating with fellow faculty members to exchange ideas and collectively enhance the learning environment;
• Staying up-to-date with advancements in graphic design tools, technologies, and industry standards to continuously improve your own expertise and share relevant knowledge with students.

Minimum Qualifications

• MFA, Visual Communication, or a related field.
• Demonstrated expertise in utilizing the Adobe Creative Suite, Typography, Design Principles, HTML, CSS for Web Design, Motion Graphics, Wacom Tablets, and large format printers.
• Prior teaching experience at the college level.
• Prior experience working with Canvas
• A passion for mentoring and guiding emerging designers, along with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Flexibility in adapting teaching methodologies to cater to diverse learning styles and levels of proficiency amongst students.
• Dedication to promoting creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills within the design discipline.

Salary

$4,500 per 3 credit course

*Please note: Eligibility for promotion to Lecturer and an increased rate of compensation are negotiated between the College and the Curry College AAUP.

Additional Information

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Curry College will honor your experiences, perspectives and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable and welcoming.

At the College's discretion, the education and experience prerequisites may be excepted where the candidate can demonstrate, to the satisfaction of the College, an equivalent combination of education and experience specifically preparing the candidate for success in the position.

Employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of all required pre-employment background checks.

Title IX Notice

Curry College (the "College") does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that we administer, as required by Title IX and its federal regulations, including in admission and employment.

The Non-Discrimination Policy can be found at https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Nondiscrimination-Policy.pdf

The Sexual Misconduct Policy can be found at https://www.curry.edu/assets/Documents/About-Us/Curry-College-Sexual-Misconduct-Policy.pdf

Individuals who wish to make a complaint of discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX, or those with information about conduct that may constitute discrimination or sex discrimination under Title IX may contact the Director of Title IX and Equity Compliance, the Office for Civil Rights, or both.

Inquiries about the implementation of Title IX and its federal regulations to the College may be referred to either or both offices listed below:

Stacey Hayes, J.D., Director of Institutional Equity & Compliance, Title IX Coordinator and Section 504 Coordinator: Office G04, King Administrative Building, 55 Atherton Street Milton, MA. 02186. 617-333-2212, [e-mail]

External Reporting Options

Office of Civil Rights ("OCR"): Boston Office, Office for Civil Rights, US Department of Education, 9th Floor, 5 Post Office Square, Boston, MA 02109-3921, Telephone: [phone], FAX: [phone]; TDD: 800-877-8339, Email: [e-mail].

Massachusetts Commission against Discrimination ("MCAD"): MCAD Boston, 1 Ashburton Place, Suite 601, Boston, MA 02108, Phone: [phone] (Boston), Email: [e-mail]: https://www.mass.gov/mcad-complaints-of-discrimination