Curating the City — NYC Summer Course Instructor

Sotheby's Institute of Art; New York (NY); On-site; USD 89,000 - 106,000; Part time

Job summary

Sotheby’s Institute of Art in New York invites applications for a Course Instructor to teach the in-person Curating the City: New York City course as part of the Summer Program. The four-week, accredited course runs July 12–August 6, 2027, at 570 Lexington Ave, New York.

You will collaborate with the Global Academic Director, develop weekly plans, build Canvas materials, lead seminars, and assess students. A Master’s degree is required and a PhD is preferred; strong English, university teaching

Qualifications

• Significant experience teaching university-level students.
• Master’s degree required; PhD preferred.
• Ability to develop syllabus and learning outcomes with the Global Academic Director.
• Excellent English and intercultural teaching skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, refine, and deliver the course syllabus; align learning outcomes; prepare weekly instructional plans.
• Create and maintain course materials on Canvas (syllabus, assignments, readings, rubrics, schedules, announcements).
• Lead in-person seminars, discussions, workshops, and experiential learning sessions.
• Integrate New York City’s cultural and artistic landscape into course delivery; support site visits and guest lectures.

Skills

University-level teaching

Classroom management

Cross-cultural communication

English proficiency

Education

Master’s degree

PhD preferred

Tools

Canvas

Job description

Sotheby’s Institute of Art in New York invites applications for a Course Instructor to teach the in-person Curating the City: New York City course as part of the Summer Program. The four-week, accredited course runs July 12–August 6, 2027, at 570 Lexington Ave, New York.

You will collaborate with the Global Academic Director, develop weekly plans, build Canvas materials, lead seminars, and assess students. A Master’s degree is required and a PhD is preferred; strong English, university teaching