Part-Time Instructor, Art

University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV); Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Nevada, Las Vegas (UNLV) is seeking a part-time faculty member to teach assigned courses and support students. Candidates should hold a Master’s degree or a Bachelor's degree with significant professional experience.

The position involves preparing course materials, maintaining student records, and participating in faculty meetings. Candidates with experience in distance education and fluency in Spanish are preferred. Applications are ongoing, and the role constitutes 15% of a full-time position.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the specified discipline or a closely related field.
• Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.
• Experience teaching college level courses is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and be available to students during the contract period.
• Prepare course syllabi, course outlines, and related instructional materials.
• Maintain student records in accordance with college and government regulations.

Skills

Teaching college level courses

Distance education/online-teaching modalities

Fluency in Spanish

Education

Master’s degree in the specified discipline

Bachelor’s degree required

Job description

Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses and be available to students during the contract period.
• Prepare course syllabi, course outlines (if necessary), and related instructional materials.
• Maintain student records, including attendance and grades.
• Participate in orientation and faculty meetings as requested.
• Participate in student retention activities.
• Maintain student records in accordance with college and government regulations.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications
  • Master’s degree from a regionally accredited college or university in the specified discipline or a closely related field.
  • Equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted for the Master’s degree (i.e., BA+5 years related professional experience).
  • A minimum of a Bachelor’s degree is required.
• Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience teaching college level courses is preferred.
  • Experience with distance education/online-teaching modalities is desirable.
  • Fluency in Spanish is desirable.

Additional Information

This is a part-time, temporary/seasonal position. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis to establish an applicant pool. As vacancies occur, they are filled from the pool.

Full-Time Equivalent: 15.0% (15.0% of a full‑time position).

Compensation

Compensation: see Letter of Appointment Salary Schedule on the Forms & Downloads page.

Required Attachments

• Resume
• Unofficial Transcripts

EEO Statement

The Nevada System of Higher Education (NSHE) is committed to providing a place of work and learning free of discrimination on the basis of a person’s age (40 or older), disability, whether actual or perceived by others (including but not limited to service‑connected disabilities), gender/sex (including but not limited to pregnancy‑related conditions), military status or military obligations, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, race, color, or religion.

Western Nevada College does not discriminate on the basis of sex in any education program or activity that it operates. Non‑discrimination on the basis of sex is mandated by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, and the corresponding implementation regulations.

The College’s commitment to nondiscrimination in its education programs and activities extends to applicants for admission and employment. Inquiries concerning the application of these provisions may be referred to: Melody Duley, Director of Human Resources, Western Nevada College, 2201 West College Parkway, Bristlecone Building, Room 157, Carson City, NV 89703, Telephone: [phone], Email: [e-mail].

Additional information: NSHE Employees are required to participate in a mandatory retirement plan in lieu of Social Security. As a result, employment at NSHE may impact your Social Security benefits. Additional information is available at SSA 1945. Job postings are specific to the Nevada System of Higher Education.