Part-Time Graphic Design Instructor (In-Person)

Saint Joseph's University; Lower Merion Township (Montgomery County); On-site; USD 4,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

Saint Joseph’s University invites applications for a part-time, non-tenure track Adjunct Faculty role teaching Graphic Design courses on a semester-by-semester basis in Lower Merion, PA. The position is onsite, in-person only, with re-appointment contingent on needs and student enrollment.

Compensation will be determined by educational credentials, professional experience, and instructional background. Support for students is central to this role.

Qualifications

• MFA in Graphic Design or closely related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• Professional experience in graphic design, visual communication, or related creative industries.
• Proficiency with industry-standard software such as Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Prior college-level teaching experience.
• Flexibility to adapt course content for students with varied backgrounds.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Professional or teaching experience in UX, interaction design, or digital design.

Responsibilities

• Support and guide students throughout the course.
• Instruct assigned course(s) by providing syllabi and other instructional materials.
• Teach assigned Graphic Design course(s) and facilitate learning with structured assignments and assessments.
• Prepare course materials, assignments, and assessments for delivery.
• Use Canvas (or the university’s learning management system) to deliver instruction.
• Provide guidance, feedback, and mentorship, with regular student communication.
• Hold regular office hours.
• Report mid-semester and final grades electronically.
• Maintain consistent communication with students and participate in occasional meetings with the Department Chair or program faculty.
• Collaborate with course coordinators to support curricular consistency and quality.
• Support departmental goals related to student learning and engagement.

Skills

Professional design experience

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Flexibility

UX/interaction/digital design

Education

MFA in Graphic Design

Equivalent professional experience

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Canvas LMS

Job description

Saint Joseph’s University invites applications for a part-time, non-tenure track Adjunct Faculty role teaching Graphic Design courses on a semester-by-semester basis in Lower Merion, PA. The position is onsite, in-person only, with re-appointment contingent on needs and student enrollment.

Compensation will be determined by educational credentials, professional experience, and instructional background. Support for students is central to this role.