Part-time Instructor, Art History & Art Appreciation

Mott Community College; Flint (MI); On-site; USD 41,328 - 68,880; Part time

Job summary

A community college in Michigan is seeking a Part-time Instructor in Art History and Art Appreciation. The ideal candidate should have a Master's degree and experience in teaching studio art. Responsibilities include facilitating student learning and assessing learning outcomes. This position requires onsite availability, as online teaching options are not available.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Art History or an MFA in a closely related field.
• Two years of teaching experience at the community college level preferred.
• Experience utilizing technology to enhance teaching.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate student learning in Art History and Art Appreciation.
• Participate in professional development and collegial responsibilities.
• Assess learning outcomes and teaching effectiveness.

Skills

Teaching experience in studio art

Understanding of community college teaching

Innovative and flexible teaching style

Effective communication skills

Ability to integrate technology in teaching

Education

Master’s degree in Art History or MFA in related field

Tools

Course management software

Job description

Part-time Instructor, Art History & Art Appreciation

This is a position we anticipate filling for future semesters. Specific part-time teaching needs for future semesters may not be known until the end of class registration.

Position Information

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Position Title

Position Title Part-time Instructor, Art History & Art Appreciation

Purpose, Scope & Dimension of Job: Faculty facilitate student learning and initiate and participate in efforts to consistently improve the level of student success. As learning facilitators, faculty consistently assess learning outcomes and their own teaching effectiveness (pedagogy). As professionals, faculty adhere to the ethical standards of their profession as outlined, for example, by the NEA and the State of Michigan. Where applicable, faculty maintain licensure and certifications. In addition, faculty have the following key responsibilities which are described more fully below in the Essential Duties/Major Accountabilities section:

• Professional development
• Collegial Responsibilities
• Actively participate in efforts focused on the College’s operational success
• Communication
• Safety

Specific Teaching Assignment: Faculty member will be responsible for teaching classes in Art History and Art Appreciation.

Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

1. Master’s degree in Art History or an MFA in a studio art, art & design, art foundation, or closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.
2. Teaching experience in studio art, art & design, art foundation, or closely related field in a higher education setting.
3. Understanding of and commitment to community college teaching, mission and philosophy.
4. Innovative, flexible and positive teaching style and understanding the needs of students from diverse backgrounds.
5. Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.
6. Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference.
7. Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.
8. Technology Skills: Ability to integrate computer applications into teaching.
9. Other Skills and Abilities: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to instructional program; ability to plan and implement lessons based on division and college objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain collegial relationships with students, peers, staff, and administrators; skill in oral and written communication.
10. A foreign degree must be certified, at the candidate’s expense, by a professional evaluation service.

Additional Desirable Qualifications

1. Two (2) years of teaching experience at the community college level.
2. Experience utilizing technology to enhance teaching (i.e., online/digital resources & course management software).

Physical Requirements/Working Conditions

1. The employee must be able to move about 2/3 of the time and be stationary about 1/3 of the time. S/he is required to be mobile around campus for participant involvement/activities.
2. S/he must be able to converse with individuals on a regular basis with the ability to read, analyze, and interpret their needs via phone conversations, face-to-face conversations, or written documentation.
3. The employee must be able to utilize all programs on a computer independently and efficiently (particularly the internet, Word, and the student database).
4. S/he must be able to present information in an instructional setting and respond to questions from groups.
5. If applicable, must be able to tolerate frequent exposure to a wide variety of chemicals which are common to the industry. Must be able to handle and mix chemicals properly and safely; and wear appropriate gloves.

Work Schedule

While part-time faculty are not required to hold regular office hours during the semesters they teach, they are required to make provisions for student consultations as may be necessary and reasonable.

Additional Information

Must be available to teach onsite; opportunities do not exist to teach online courses only.

If selected for an interview, candidates may need to provide a professional portfolio. Specific instructions will be shared prior to the interview.

Visa sponsorship is not available.

Selected candidates must submit to a drug test and criminal background check.

Additional Application Deadline Information

The College reserves the right to close the recruitment process once a sufficient applicant pool has been identified.

Application Deadline

Application Deadline Continuously accepting applications

Equal Opportunity Summary

As an affirmative action/equal opportunity institution, the College encourages diversity and provides equal opportunity in education, employment, all of its programs, and the use of its facilities. The College does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran’s status, age, disability unrelated to an individual’s ability to perform adequately, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Title IX Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Prahl College Center ( PCC - 2030G), Flint, MI 48503, [phone]. Title II, ADA , Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Curtice-Mott Complex (CM-1024), Flint, MI 48503, [phone]. Section 504 Coordinator Contact Information: 1401 E. Court St., Prahl College Center ( PCC - 1130), Flint, MI 48503, [phone].

Posting Specific Questions

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• * How did you learn of this position?
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• HigherEdJobs website
• Mott website
• MI-HERC website
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• Other website
• Newspaper
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• Notified by current or former Mott employee
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1. * Please provide specific name of person or source below:

   (Open Ended Question)

2. * Do you have a Master’s degree in Art History or an MFA in a studio art, art & design, art foundation, or closelyrelated field from a regionally accredited institution?
3. • Yes
   • No
4. * If you answered yes to the above, please list degree.

   (Open Ended Question)

5. * Do you have teaching experience in studio art, art & design, art foundation, or closely related field in a highereducation setting?
6. • Yes
   • No
7. * If you answered yes to the previous question, briefly describe the various areas of your teaching experience.

   (Open Ended Question)

8. * Do you have experience utilizing online support materials (i.e., digital resources and online course delivery)?
9. • Yes
   • No
10. * If you answered yes to the question above, please explain further.

    (Open Ended Question)