Part-Time Faculty - Interior Design (71103) EG

Pratt; New York, Northern (NY, KY); Hybrid; USD 2,480,000 - 3,050,000; Part time

Job summary

Pratt Institute in New York invites applications for part-time teaching faculty for the 25/26 academic year, starting Fall 2026. You will teach in the BFA and MFA Interior Design programs, focusing on emerging technologies, sustainable design, and interdisciplinary collaboration.

Applicants should hold a degree in Interior Design or related fields; teaching experience is preferred. Strong interpersonal and intercultural skills are essential to foster inclusive learning; salary is competitive per

Qualifications

• Degree in Interior Design, Architecture, related field or equivalent.
• Post-secondary teaching experience preferred but not required.
• Excellent interpersonal and intercultural communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach part-time courses in the BFA and MFA Interior Design programs.
• Focus on emerging technologies, sustainable design systems, or interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Foster inclusive learning environments and address ethical and social responsibility in the built environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Intercultural competence

Diversity awareness

Education

Degree in Interior Design or related field

Job description

The Interior Design department at Pratt Institute is calling for applications of candidates to join our part-time teaching faculty for the 25/26 academic year, starting with Fall 2026.

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
• DIGITAL/ANALOG 2D 3D REPRESENTATION
• OTHER SPECIALIZED FIELDS OF DEPARTMENTAL INTEREST

• 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.

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 $1,800 - $2,214 per contact hour.

• 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)

**Professional references will be requested later in the interview process. Candidates should be prepared to provide at least three professional references, including two current or former managers/supervisors. We encourage submitting up to five references total to ensure alternate contacts are available if needed.**

**Please Note:**We arecurrentlyunable to support new H-1b visas for candidates residing outside of the United States.**