Part-Time Faculty - Interior Design

Pratt Institute; New York (NY); On-site; USD 2,370,849 - 3,050,006; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Commuter Benefits

Disability Benefits

Voluntary Short Term Disability

Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off (Sick)

Job summary

Pratt Institute is seeking a Part-Time Faculty member for its Interior Design program for the 24/25 academic year. Candidates should have a strong background in interior design and be passionate about fostering innovation and inclusivity in educational settings. This role involves teaching and mentoring students, contributing to a diverse environment.

Qualifications

• Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, or equivalent experience required.
• Post-secondary teaching experience preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Teach part-time courses focusing on emerging technologies and sustainable design.
• Engage with diverse student body and promote inclusive learning.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Intercultural competence

Ability to work with diverse populations

Education

Degree in Interior Design, Architecture or related fields

Post-secondary teaching experience preferred

Job description

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Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.

The Institute’s impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt’s campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY).

Description

The Interior Design department at Pratt Institute is calling for applications of candidates to join our part-time teaching faculty for the 24/25 academic year, starting with Fall 2024.

The BFA and MFA Interior Design programs at Pratt prepare students to engage in critical inquiry of occupied space through theoretical and applied research, establishing them as innovators and leaders in the field of interior design. The curriculum addresses emerging and innovative technologies, interdisciplinary collaboration, sustainable practices, and issues of ethical and social responsibility which point to the larger potentials of professional practice, design education, and our evolving understanding of the built environment.

Pratt recognizes the strength that stems from a diversity of perspectives, ideas, backgrounds, approaches and experiences. We aspire to grow as a place that always welcomes and encourages individuals of all backgrounds to be part of the Pratt community.

We Seek Applicants With An Expansive View Of The Future Of Interior Design And The Ability To Articulate That Vision. We Encourage Applicants With Expertise In The Following Areas:

• EMERGING TECHNOLOGIES
• CONSTRUCTION: all aspects of the constructed environment.
• SUSTAINABLE DESIGN SYSTEMS/PROCESSES MATERIALS
• COLOR MATERIALS
• LIGHTING
• DESIGN STUDIOS: introductory, practice based, and theoretical studios.
• INTERDISCIPLINARY AND COLLABORATIVE DESIGN
• COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT | SOCIAL JUSTICE
• HISTORY | THEORY | RESEARCH
• OTHER SPECIALIZED FIELDS OF DEPARTMENTAL INTEREST

Examples of Duties

• Teach part-time courses in the BFA and MFA Interior Design programs, focusing on areas such as emerging technologies, sustainable design systems, or interdisciplinary collaboration, while fostering innovation and leadership in interior design practice.
• Utilize intercultural competence and strong interpersonal skills to engage with a diverse student body, promoting inclusive learning environments that address ethical and social responsibility in the built environment.

Typical Qualifications

Education

• Applicants are required to have a degree in Interior Design, Architecture, related fields or equivalent experience in practice.
• Previous post-secondary teaching experience is preferred but not required.

Skills

• Candidates must have excellent interpersonal skills.
• A demonstrated level of intercultural competence.
• Ability to work well with diverse populations.

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and qualifications, ranging from $1,721 - $2,214 per contact hour.

• Commuter Benefits (Transit & Parking)
• Disability Benefits
• Voluntary Short Term Disability
• Voluntary Supplemental Retirement Plan
• Paid Time Off (Sick)

Supplemental Information

• Your complete CV.
• A cover letter indicating a minimum of 1 and a maximum of 3 areas of expertise (required -see above job description).
• A link to a portfolio of your work (and work of your students if you have prior teaching experience).
• Contact information for at least one professional reference.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.

At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Education

• Industries

  Higher Education

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