Part-Time Faculty 2D Animation Instructor

Montgomery College; Germantown (MD); On-site; USD 20,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Montgomery College in Germantown is seeking a dedicated part-time faculty member to teach 2D Animation. The ideal candidate will have a master's degree in Animation or a related field, professional industry experience, and a passion for fostering student engagement.

Responsibilities include teaching up to two courses per semester, preparing course materials, and integrating new technologies into instruction. The candidate should demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion in the educational environment.

Application process requires cover letter, resume, and portfolio. The closing date for applications is August 27, 2026.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of professional experience working in Animation.
• Experience teaching courses at the college level.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting inclusion and multicultural competence.

Responsibilities

• Teach up to 2 courses in Animation per semester.
• Integrate new technology into instruction.
• Cultivate an inclusive and supportive learning environment.

Skills

Proficiency in Adobe Software

Proficiency in Autodesk Maya Software

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Ability to mentor and advise students

Education

Master’s degree in Animation or related field

Job description

Job Description

The Montgomery College, Rockville Campus, is currently accepting applications for possible openings as a part-time faculty member teaching 2D Animation. We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated teacher who exhibits a high degree of professionalism, a strong commitment to our students, and demonstrates the ability to motivate and educate in an engaging manner.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach up to 2 courses in Animation per semester. Prepare course materials, syllabi; evaluate and grade student assignments.
• Integrate the use of a learning management system (Blackboard Ultra) and other relevant new technology into instruction where applicable.
• Teach a varied schedule of courses that may include day/night, early morning, accelerated and virtual courses.
• Apply culturally relevant pedagogies to the teaching and learning process.
• Cultivate an inclusive and supportive learning environment that values and respects student diversity.
• Bring real-world industry experience into the classroom, sharing insights, case studies, and practical applications.

Required Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Animation or related field.
• Professional industry experience in Animation.
• Minimum 2 years professional experience working in Animation.
• Experience teaching courses at the college level.
• Specialized experience with 2D animation.
• Willingness to incorporate and a familiarity with current trends in new technology.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to effectively mentor and advise students.
• Proficiency in Adobe Software and Autodesk Maya Software.
• Demonstrated commitment to promoting belonging, inclusion, and multicultural competence in an educational and work environment and willingness to contribute to the College's strategic plan of inclusion.
• Faculty members are expected to have access to a personal computer with virus protection that can connect to the internet outside of the work location (i.e., office, classroom, college campus). Montgomery College provides an MC e-mail account and access to the learning platform, password-protected faculty sections of the website, college listservs, and other faculty communications tools. If you do not have access to a personal computer, please notify the department chair at the time of interview. Subject to available funds, the college may be able to provide temporary access to resources.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States without a sponsor.

Preferred Qualifications

• Recent teaching experience at a college or university.
• Teaching experience in Animation.
• Experience with 3D Animation.

Application Process

• Include a cover letter, curriculum vitae/resume, and professional work portfolio. If selected, the applicant is expected to conduct a teaching demonstration.

For degrees earned outside of the U.S., a copy of your education equivalency, conducted by a nationally recognized evaluation service, must be included in your application.

Employees must live in Maryland or a state where the College has payroll reciprocity (DC, VA, PA, WV, DE, MA).

As a condition of employment, the following are required at the time of hire: Successful completion of a background check and degree verification (if applicable).

If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources and Strategic Talent Management at 240-567-5353 or [e-mail]. We require at least two weeks advance notice to enable us to provide the requested accommodation.

Montgomery College is an equal opportunity employer committed to promoting and fostering diversity among its student body, faculty, and staff.

Montgomery College is a tobacco-free and smoke-free workplace.

Closing Date: Thursday, August 27, 2026