Part Time 2D Studio Art Instructor (Future Opportunities)

Washtenaw Community College,; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 79,169 - 112,757; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

WCC tuition waiver 3 credit hours/sem

Retirement options & flexible schedule

Discounts at Health & Fitness Center &

Bookstore discounts

Job summary

Washtenaw Community College in Ann Arbor seeks part-time instructors to teach 2D Studio Art for the 2025 Fall Semester. Preference will be given to candidates able to teach on campus.

Opportunities may become available each semester, and applicants will be considered on a per-course basis. Minimum qualifications include a Master’s in Art or MFA (or 18 graduate credits in Art) and the ability to use AI-supported tools in teaching.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Art or MFA, or higher from a regionally accredited institution in Art or visual arts OR master’s with 18 graduate credits in Art/visual arts.
• Ability to learn and appropriately utilize emerging AI-supported tools in teaching and maintain ethical use.

Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain an environment conducive to student learning.
• Prepare for and instruct assigned course(s) to meet course objectives and program goals.
• Adhere to the master syllabus and curriculum required for assessment of student achievement.
• Evaluate student progress via day-to-day evaluations, exams, and observations.
• Grade assignments promptly and assign final grades by deadlines.
• Support student success through guidance, advising, and assistance as needed.
• Participate in curriculum planning, assessment, and textbook decisions.
• Engage in the SOQ process and maintain professional knowledge and compliance training.
• Use AI-enabled tools to support teaching and student engagement while upholding ethics and confidentiality.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

AI tools usage

Education

Master’s in Art/Visual Arts

Job description

About Us

Washtenaw Community College (WCC) strives to make a positive difference in people’s lives through accessible and excellent educational programs and services. We are committed to creating a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff.

WCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Position Overview

We are seeking part-time Instructors to teach 2D Studio Art credit courses in the 2025 Fall Semester. Preference will be given to candidates able to teach on campus. Opportunities may become available each semester, and applicants will be considered on a per-course basis.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Establish and maintain an environment conducive to student learning.
• Prepare for and instruct assigned course(s) through appropriate learning experiences and materials to meet course objectives and program goals.
• Adhere to the master course syllabus and art curriculum required for Assessment of Student Academic Achievement.
• Evaluate student progress through day‑to‑day evaluation, written examinations, and overall observation.
• Grade assignments in a meaningful way to promote student growth, returning graded assignments to students promptly, and assigning final grades meeting institutional deadlines.
• Actively support student success through guidance, advising, and assistance as needed.
• Participate in professional activities such as curriculum planning, examination development, textbook selection, program evaluation/revision, and other professional planning activities.
• Participate in the Student Opinion Questionnaire (SOQ) process.
• Maintain professional knowledge and expertise, including compliance training.
• Utilize technology, including AI‑enabled tools, to support teaching, learning, student engagement, professional responsibilities, institutional service, and other duties, in a manner consistent with academic standards, professional ethics, confidentiality requirements, and institutional policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Hours and Schedule

Schedules vary according to class schedules. Employment terms are based on college enrollment and class enrollment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Earned Master’s degree, MFA, or higher from a regionally accredited institution in Art or visual arts discipline, OR master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate credits in Art or visual arts discipline.
• Demonstrated ability to use technology relevant to the discipline and faculty role, including the capacity to learn and appropriately utilize emerging AI‑supported tools. Ability to evaluate the accuracy, reliability, and appropriateness of AI‑generated content, maintain confidentiality where required, exercise professional and academic judgment, and uphold ethical standards in the use of technology for teaching, learning, and service.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent, successful post‑secondary teaching experience in Studio Art courses.

Salary

$69.66 per hour.

Benefits

• An inclusive, welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff.
• WCC tuition waiver of 3 credit hours per semester.
• Retirement options and flexible schedules available.
• Great discounts at WCC’s Health & Fitness Center, Barnes & Noble Bookstore and more.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts

Additional Documents (Optional)

• Other Documents

Application Process

Submit application, resume, and transcripts for consideration on a per‑course basis. Upon successful submission, you will be considered for teaching opportunities as they become available.

Supplemental Questions

• Do you meet the minimum qualifications for this position?
  • Yes
  • No
• All Part Time Faculty at WCC, including online instructors, must reside in Michigan or Ohio. Do you currently live in Michigan or Ohio and expect to continue residing in one of these states during your employment?
  • Yes
  • No

Equal Opportunity Statement

Washtenaw Community College does not discriminate on the basis of religion, race, color, national origin, age, sex, height, weight, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status as provided for and to the extent required by federal and state statutes. Nor does the college discriminate on the basis of sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Notice of Nondiscrimination and Other Compliance Statements is available.