Instructor of Graphic Design

Connecticut State Community College; Bridgeport (CT); On-site; USD 65,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous leave policies

Retirement plan options

Comprehensive health insurance choices

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) seeks an Instructor to teach college-approved courses, develop syllabi, and engage with students and colleagues across multiple constituencies. The role includes delivering courses in lecture, hybrid, and online formats, with day and evening offerings and a 10-month contract.

The successful candidate will hold a Master’s degree in Fine Arts or related discipline and demonstrate strong communication, collaboration, and instructional skills, supported

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Fine Arts, Visual Arts or a related discipline.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Responsibilities

• Teach thirty (30) credit hours per academic year in the assigned discipline.
• Offer courses in lecture, hybrid, and online formats; day and evening classes.
• Evaluate learning outcomes and provide student support, mentoring, and advising.
• Develop curriculum and update instructional materials.
• Assist with program reviews and accreditation activities.
• Plan and execute program-related events.
• Attend workshops, trainings, and professional conferences to maintain currency in the field.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Oral communication

Written communication

Education

Master’s degree in Fine Arts, Visual Arts or related discipline

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

HTML

CSS

Microsoft Office

Job description

About CT State

Connecticut State Community College (CT State) was launched on July 1, 2023, through the consolidation of Connecticut’s 12 community colleges. With campuses and satellite locations statewide, CT State serves all 169 towns and neighboring states. As the largest community college in New England, CT State is committed to providing high-quality, affordable, and accessible education that supports students’ academic, career, and personal success.

For more information about CT State Community College and the campus please visit Home - CT State

Position Details

Posted: October 2, 2026

Level: Instructor

Employment Type: Standard, tenure track position

Hours: Full-time, 10-month (30 credit hours per academic year)

Anticipated Start Date: Spring 2027 Semester

Work Location: CT State Housatonic (900 Lafayette Boulevard, Bridgeport, CT 06604)

Work Modality: On site; Position is not remote

Closing Date: Applications must be submitted by 5:00pm (EST) on Wednesday, October 28, 2026.

Position Summary

All Teaching Faculty members shall: Prepare and teach college-approved courses in accordance with approved course descriptions and class schedules, including developing syllabi and reading lists and keeping each course taught complete and up to date; respond to and work with multiple constituencies, including students, peers (faculty and staff), and external agencies (business, community, educational, etc.); perform divisional departmental responsibilities in the selection of texts and related teaching resources; and other teaching and related duties as outlined on the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Under the direction of the Dean, Department Chair, or other administrator, the Instructor is responsible for teaching thirty (30) credit hours per academic year and delivering a range of courses within the assigned discipline. Courses may be offered in lecture, hybrid, and/or online formats, and teaching schedules may include both day and evening classes.

Key responsibilities include:

• Teaching courses within the assigned discipline area in accordance with institutional standards
• Evaluating and assessing student learning outcomes
• Providing student support, mentoring, and academic advising
• Developing curriculum and periodically reviewing and updating instructional materials
• Assisting with program reviews and accreditation-related activities
• Planning and executing program-related events
• Attending workshops, trainings, and/or professional conferences to maintain currency in the field

Additional responsibilities include:

• Attendance and participation at convocation and commencement ceremonies
• Service on assigned committees and task forces
• Attendance and participation at committee, staff, informational, and professional meetings, which may occur during evenings and weekends

This posting outlines qualifications, experience, and skills but is not limited to the full specifications and responsibilities that is stated within the Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Minimum Qualifications

Master’s degree in Fine Arts, Visual Arts or a related discipline.

Successful Candidate must have or must possess:

• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, and ethnic backgrounds, including individuals with disabilities
• Excellent interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams)

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of college level teaching experience in art or graphic design
• Two (2) years' experience working in the graphic design field
• Experience teaching graphic design foundations courses: Typography, Graphic Design I & II, Computer Graphics, Web Design, Digital Page Design, and Illustration
• Experience teaching Visual Art foundation courses: Two-Dimensional Design, Drawing I&II, Color Theory, Painting. Experience using the Adobe Creative Suite Software, CSS, HTML, and Creating Animation
• Experience with online instruction and delivery methods using platforms such as Blackboard Ultra or another learning management system

Salary and Benefits

Salary $69,035 approximate annual

Because the start date for this position falls within the second semester of the academic year, bi-weekly pay will be prorated across the remaining pay periods. At the conclusion of this period, (start of the Fall semester) bi-weekly earnings will be adjusted to reflect the full annual salary applicable at that time

CT State offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Generous leave policies
• Multiple retirement plan options
• Comprehensive health insurance choices
• Supplemental benefits for retirement and family protection
• Tuition reimbursement (if applicable)

Selection Process

After the closing date, applications will be reviewed by a selection committee. Candidates selected for further consideration will be those who best meet the minimum and preferred qualifications and who submitted all required materials by the deadline.

The selection process may include interviews and practical exercises (e.g., written, technical, or simulation exercises). Finalists will be recommended to the Hiring Manager for final selection.

Background Screening

Employment offers are contingent upon:

• Proof of eligibility to work under the Immigration Reform and Control Act (IRCA)
• Successful completion of a background check, including granting permission to contact current and previous employers for verification, reference checks, criminal history, and, when applicable, credit or driving history checks

CT State is committed to maintaining a safe campus community.

Equity Statement

Connecticut State Community College commits to bold and disruptive change by actively identifying, naming, and dismantling structural racism, systemic poverty, and other barriers; establishing equitable and anti-racist policies and practices; and empowering students, faculty, staff, and administrators to advance racial, social, and economic justice. Our core collective responsibility is to continuously assess practices and policies and transform the world we live in by eliminating inequities.

Continuing Notice of Nondiscrimination

CT State Community College does not discriminate on the basis of age, ancestry, color, national origin, gender identity or expression, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, intellectual disability, physical disability (including but not limited to blindness), present or past history of mental disability, prior criminal record, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy and sexual harassment), sexual orientation, retaliation for previously opposed discrimination or coercion, veteran status, victims of domestic violence, sexual assault, and/or trafficking or any other federal or state protected class in its employment, programs, and activities, unless the provisions of Section 46a-80(b) or 46a-81(b) of the Connecticut General Statutes are controlling or there are bona fide occupational qualifications excluding persons in one of the above protected groups.

For information regarding the nondiscrimination, disability, and Title IX policies/procedures, contact [e-mail]

CSCC IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.