Interior Design Certificate Program Educator

University of Miami; Coral Gables (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Part time

Job summary

University of Miami seeks a part-time interior design instructor to deliver engaging courses and mentor learners in professional and continuing education settings. The role involves teaching software, drafting, rendering, and space planning, with hands-on activities and participant assessments.

The successful candidate will have a master's or higher in a related field and at least 10 years of experience in interior design or related disciplines, including strong English communication skills.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in Interior Design, Architecture, Spatial Design, Fine Arts, or related field.
• At least 10 years of professional industry/teaching experience in interior design or related disciplines.
• Expertise in SketchUp, AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign, and space planning.
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and interactive instruction in interior design concepts.
• Teach technical and creative skills in design software, drafting, rendering, and space planning.
• Facilitate hands-on learning activities, projects, and participant assessments.
• Provide mentoring, guidance, and constructive feedback to participants.
• Maintain current knowledge of interior design practices, technologies, and industry trends.
• Support participant professional growth and portfolio development.

Skills

SketchUp

AutoCAD

Adobe InDesign

Space Planning

English communication

Education

Master's degree or higher in Interior Design or related field

Job description

Minimum Qualifications

• A master's degree or higher in Interior Design, Architecture, Spatial Design, Fine Arts, or a related field
• A minimum of 10 years of professional industry and/or teaching experience in interior design or related disciplines
• Demonstrated expertise in SketchUp, AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign, and Space Planning
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

Preferred qualifications

• Experience teaching adult learners in professional, continuing education, or higher education settings
• Knowledge of current interior design trends, materials, and industry standards
• Professional licensure or certifications related to interior design or architecture

Responsibilities

• Delivering engaging and interactive instruction in interior design concepts and applications
• Teaching technical and creative skills related to design software, drafting, rendering, and space planning
• Facilitating hands‑on learning activities, projects, and participant assessments
• Providing mentoring, guidance, and constructive feedback to participants
• Maintaining current knowledge of interior design practices, technologies, and industry trends
• Supporting participant professional growth and portfolio development

Additional Requirements

• Reliable internet access and the ability to teach remotely via Zoom
• Strong presentation, facilitation, and organizational skills
• Ability to demonstrate software applications and design processes effectively in an online learning environment

These are part-time staff positions. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis based on instructional needs, and the applicant pool will remain open throughout the academic year.

Application deadlines and final confirmation of teaching assignments are contingent upon student enrollment, program needs, and available funding. Final confirmation of teaching assignments may not occur until classes begin. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth‑University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university‑based health system, provides leading‑edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub‑specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

Job Status:Part timeEmployee Type:Temporary