Clinical Specialist - Art & Art Education

The College of New Jersey; Ewing (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established institution is seeking a Clinical Specialist in Art Education who is passionate about fostering creativity and excellence in teaching. This role involves teaching and mentoring future art educators while engaging with diverse student populations. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in K-12 art education, a commitment to diversity and inclusion, and the ability to inspire and guide students. Join a vibrant community dedicated to educational excellence and innovation, where your contributions will help shape the future of art education.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of K-12 art teaching experience required.
• Master's degree in Art Education or related field preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate art education courses and supervise preservice teachers.
• Design K-12 art curriculum and assess student learning.

Skills

K-12 Art Teaching Experience

Curriculum Design

Mentorship

Interpersonal Communication

Commitment to Diversity

Education

Master's Degree in Art Education

Doctorate in Art Education

Job description

To enrich education through diversity, TCNJ is an Equal Opportunity Employer. TCNJ has a strong commitment to inclusive excellence and is working to promote diversity, equity, inclusion, and racial justice among our faculty, staff, and students. We strongly encourage a host of diverse, intersectional populations and cultures to apply including, but not limited to, identities based on race, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, disability, national origin, and veteran status.

Clinical Specialist in Art EducationDepartment: Art and Art Education

• Job Title: Clinical Specialist in Art Education
• Department: Art and Art Education
• Job Posted On: 2/25/2025
• Job Start Date: 08/09/2025
• Job Type: Full Time
• Job Status: Two-year, Renewable
• Search Type: Global Search

Description

The College of New Jersey invites applications for a ten-month, non-tenure track Clinical Specialist in Art Education in the Department of Art and Art Education starting August 2025. The position is offered for an initial two-year appointment, with the potential for renewal for a second two-year appointment and subsequent three-year appointments based on performance. The position carries a 4- 4 teaching load or a 4-3 teaching load with service and advising responsibilities. Primary responsibilities include teaching undergraduate art education foundation, curriculum, pedagogy, and clinical courses and supervising preservice art teachers in K-12 schools.

Minimum qualifications:

1. A Masters degree in Art Ed or related field (doctoral preferred) at time of appointment
2. At least five years of full-time K-12 school art teaching experience as a state-certified art teacher ; and
3. Previous mentorship or supervision of preservice art teachers in K-12 schools or college teaching experience of professional art education courses .

The ideal candidate for the position will:

• Be an innovative and dedicated art educator who can model excellence in teaching, foster a stimulating classroom environment, and challenge students in creative ways;

• U nderstand the current trends in art education and issues facing the field of art teacher preparation;

• Have experience designing K-12 art curriculum and assessing K-12 student learning;

• Be committed to supporting efforts toward diversity, equity, and inclusion;

• Be well-acquainted with traditional-route art teacher preparation programs and state teacher certification;

• B e able to work with and establish relationships with K-12 cooperating teachers and district art supervisors;

• Be actively involved in professional development and organizations such as state or national art education associations;

• Be able to problem solve, think critically, and have excellent interpersonal skills, both in oral and written communication;

• Be an enthusiastic and knowledgeable art educator who can inspire future K-12 art teachers and work collaboratively with colleagues to support TCNJ's Art Education program; and

• Have a secondary experience in a related area such as arts administration, drawing, painting, design, mural arts, visual literacy, community engagement, art therapy, or grant writing.

Contact Information

Please submit (a) a cover letter highlighting your interest and qualifications, (b) a curriculum vitae, (c) a 1-page teaching philosophy, (d) a 1-page statement of commitment to diversity and inclusion , (e) 5 samples of K-12 student artwork, and (f) contact information for 3 references electronically in Taleo.

Only complete, electronic submissions will be considered. For the artwork samples, please include 2-3 images per page with a short description for each image. Although not required, up to three letters of recommendation may be submitted in the single PDF file for review. Please do not send additional materials unless requested (e.g., examples of college-level student work, teacher evaluations, unofficial graduate transcript, previous syllabi, or publications). Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for the position.

A review of applications will begin April 1, 2025 and continue until the position is filled. Please direct further inquiries to: Art Education Search Committee, Department of Art and Art Education, The College of New Jersey, P.O. Box 7718, Ewing, NJ 08628-0718, [e-mail]. Employment is contingent upon completion of a successful background check.

About The College of New Jersey

Founded in 1855, TCNJ is a selective public institution that has earned national recognition for its commitment to excellence. TCNJ enrolls approximately 7,400 students, including 6,790 undergraduates and 610 graduate students, 30% of whom are self-described as members of groups traditionally underrepresented in academe. Strong curricular and co-curricular programming have helped foster a first-year to sophomore retention rate of 92%, a 4-year graduation rate of 75% (7 th highest in the U.S. for public institutions), and a 6-year graduation rate of 87% (among the highest in the country). Five signature experiences are the hallmark of a TCNJ education: a personalized, collaborative, and rigorous education; undergraduate research, mentored internships, and field experiences; community engaged learning; global engagement; and leadership development. TCNJ has also received national recognition for the adoption and promotion of the teacher-scholar model for our faculty. A strong liberal arts core forms the foundation for programs offered through TCNJ's seven academic schools-Arts and Communication; Business; Education; Engineering; Humanities and Social Sciences; Nursing and Health Sciences; and Science. TCNJ has a strong Phi Beta Kappa chapter-an honor shared by less than 10 percent of colleges and universities nationally.

Among other initiatives, a series of faculty/staff-based affinity groups (e.g., Minority Executive Council, Women's Professional Network, Parent and Family Network, TCNJ PRIDE) supports a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment at TCNJ.

TCNJ is located within an hour of New York City and Philadelphia. The College's campus is set on 289 tree-lined acres in suburban Ewing Township and is known for its natural beauty. In addition to its growing racial and ethnic diversity, the region offers excellent public schools, prestigious medical centers, restaurants, art and entertainment, as well as numerous cultural and recreational activities.

For more information about the college, please visit: http://www.tcnj.edu/ .