Foundations Art Instructor (9-Month) - 2D/3D/Digital

Florida State University; Tallahassee (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Florida State University in Tallahassee seeks candidates for a 9-month Specialized Faculty position in the Foundations Program within the Department of Art. The role centers on teaching undergraduate courses across the Foundations curriculum and performing departmental and community service.

Primary responsibilities include instruction in multiple Foundations areas, mentoring students, and contributing to curriculum development.

Qualifications

• MFA in Studio Art or a related field is required.
• Excellence in teaching with strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Broad knowledge of 2D, 3D, and digital studio practices across Foundations.
• Knowledge of the history, criticism, and theories of visual art.
• Preferred: digital fabrication and digital design tools; active studio practice.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses within the Foundations Program.
• Provide service within the Department, College, University, and broader community.
• Mentor and advise students; participate in program and departmental service.
• Contribute to curriculum development within the Foundations Program.
• Occasionally teach upper-level or graduate courses outside Foundations program.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Communication skills

Collaboration

Foundations program knowledge

2D/3D/digital studio practices

Art history/theory knowledge

Education

MFA in Studio Art or related field

Job description

Florida State University in Tallahassee seeks candidates for a 9-month Specialized Faculty position in the Foundations Program within the Department of Art. The role centers on teaching undergraduate courses across the Foundations curriculum and performing departmental and community service.

Primary responsibilities include instruction in multiple Foundations areas, mentoring students, and contributing to curriculum development.