Instructor, Visual Arts - Adjunct

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Jamestown (NC); On-site; USD 34,440 - 55,104; Part time

Job summary

Guilford Technical Community College (GTCC) is seeking an adjunct Instructor in Visual Arts to teach a range of studio and history courses. The position covers day and evening hours, supports transfer and career programs, and involves teaching both on campus and online via Canvas.

The candidate will develop lessons, assess student outcomes, and participate in professional development within a collaborative campus culture.

Qualifications

• Understanding of community college role and open-door policy.
• Clear communication with diverse student populations.
• Ability to adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.
• Create and maintain a learner-centered learning environment.
• Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions.

Responsibilities

• Develop learner-centered lesson plans and use varied instructional materials.
• Incorporate technology for classroom, online, and lab environments.
• Maintain and organize student records and grades with college systems.
• Promote student retention and provide referrals to campus resources.
• Assist with recruitment activities and student support.
• Ensure safety and proper maintenance of classrooms and labs.

Skills

Multi-task

Communication

Adaptability

Learner-centered

Technology integration

Collaboration

Education

Master of Fine Art or Master of Art

MA or PhD in Art History or MFA/MA with 18 graduate hours in art history

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Job Title

Instructor, Visual Arts - Adjunct

Full Time/Part Time

Part-time

Job Description

At Guilford Technical Community College ( GTCC ), we are dedicatedto transforming lives through education and creating a lastingimpact on our community. We invite passionate and innovative educators to join our mission-driven team, where you can enjoy a fulfilling work-life balance and competitive benefits, including a robust pension plan. Our beautiful, well-maintained campuses provide an inspiring environment for both teaching and learning, within an atmosphere of collaboration and excellence. At GTCC, you’ll be part of a supportive, dynamic, and inclusive culture committed to delivering exceptional results, making it a truly amazing place to work and thrive.

Under general supervision, this individual will prepare and teach visual arts courses designed for transfer programs and in support of career technical programs. The faculty member must be able to instruct a variety of classes within the classroom, via Canvas, and manage concepts/resources in an online learning laboratory environment. Candidates may be required to teach day, and/or evening hours. These courses may include Art Appreciation, Art History, Drawing, Two-Dimensional Design, Three-Dimensional Design, Painting, Figure Drawing, Sculpture, Ceramics, Printmaking and Digital Photography.

Duties/Functions

Teaching

• developing learner centered lesson plans
• employing teaching strategies & instructional materials for different learning styles
• incorporating, as pedagogically appropriate, current technology in classroom, distance learning and laboratory environments
• creating and modeling a quality learning environment that supports a diverse student population
• preparing, distributing and utilizing instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media and other devices as appropriate
• conducting appropriate assessment of student learning outcomes in courses and programs/general education as appropriate

Professional Development

• participating in professional development activities to maintain currency in field; maintaining current credentials or licensure as required by program or accreditation
• participating in professional development opportunities to advance teaching skills and strategies

Administration

• maintaining classroom and laboratory spaces including upkeep of assigned equipment
• providing for the security of facilities, equipment and instructional materials and maintaining safe working conditions
• maintaining student records (e.g., grades and attendance) in accordance with established deadlines using a variety of technology-based programs (e.g., Colleague, Self-Service, Canvas)
• complying with all applicable college, state and federal rules and regulations

Student Support

• conducting recruiting activities
• promoting retention/persistence by assisting students to develop strategies for success
• referring students to campus and community resources when appropriate

Demonstrate and model the College’s employability skills: adaptability, communication, information processing, problem solving, responsibility and teamwork.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain student records.
• Perform all duties as assigned by supervisor.

Education Required

• Master of Fine Art or Master of Art from an accredited University for Art Appreciation and /or studio art courses.
• MA or Ph.D. in Art History, or MFA /MA with 18 graduate hours in art history from an accredited University for Art History and/or Art Appreciation.

Experience Required

• Post‑secondary teaching experience in Visual Art or Art History.

Experience Preferred

• Community college teaching experience
• Post‑secondary teaching experience in studio art courses.
• Post‑secondary teaching experience in studio art courses.
• Post‑secondary teaching experience in art history and/or art appreciation courses.
• Work experience in the Visual Arts.
• Experience with assessment of student learning outcomes
• Experience with distance learning and/or alternate instructional delivery systems

KSA Required

The Instructor shall possess an understanding of and commitment to the nature and role of the Community College, particularly its “open door” policy. He/she shall have demonstrated personal and professional competence for the responsibilities assigned. The Instructor must be able to:

1. Multi-task
2. Supporting the Vision and Mission of the College
3. Adapt to changing procedures, protocols or assignments.
4. Create and maintain a learner centered environment
5. Communicate effectively
6. Ability to effectively implement and apply technology solutions.

Department/Job Specific Requirements

1. Reporting Requirements
2. Discrimination & Anti-Harassment (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
3. Shooter on Campus (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
4. Personal Information Protection (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
5. Ethics and Social Responsibility (within 30 days of hire; annual refresher thereafter)
6. Linking Student Learning Outcomes (within 30 days of hire)
7. Canvas Certification (if teaching online or hybrid – within 30 days of hire)

Physical Demands

May include teaching day and evening and on multiple campuses

Other

Criminal history checks, with acceptable results, are required.

Posting Type

Adjunct Faculty