Online Illustration Instructor — Pre-College Summer

RISD - Rhode Island School of Design; Providence (RI); Remote; USD 29,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

RISD Continuing Education seeks an Illustration Instructor for the 2027 summer term. You will teach online, lead critiques, and develop engaging coursework for high-caliber student work. The role emphasizes inclusive pedagogy and cross-disciplinary relevance.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree (MFA preferred), with collegiate teaching experience, and proficiency in Google Suite and Canvas. Remote, asynchronous delivery is expected during Summer 2027.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with collegiate/high school teaching experience.
• Ability to meet RISD technology requirements and deliver online instruction.
• Experience developing courses that challenge students creatively and intellectually; maintain age-appropriate pedagogy.
• Demonstrated ability to generate high-caliber student work and lead critiques.
• Ability to tailor instruction for diverse learners with varying skill levels.
• Demonstrated expertise in Illustration and ongoing professional practice.

Responsibilities

• Teach illustrated design courses online, plan and organize curriculum, and provide timely feedback.
• Deliver live weekly sessions and asynchronous content; engage students across disciplines.
• Lead critiques that foster constructive, inclusive discussions among diverse learners.

Skills

Teaching experience

Meet technology requirements

Course development

Ability to generate high caliber work

Tailor instruction

Illustration expertise

Online collaboration tools

Canvas proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master of Fine Arts or equivalent

Tools

Google Suite

Canvas

Job description

RISD Continuing Education seeks an Illustration Instructor for the 2027 summer term. You will teach online, lead critiques, and develop engaging coursework for high-caliber student work. The role emphasizes inclusive pedagogy and cross-disciplinary relevance.

Applicants should hold a Bachelor’s degree (MFA preferred), with collegiate teaching experience, and proficiency in Google Suite and Canvas. Remote, asynchronous delivery is expected during Summer 2027.