Temporary, Part-Time Art Education Instructor (Unsolicited)

Millersville University; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Millersville University, located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, seeks temporary part-time Instructors for the Art & Design department to supervise student teachers in K-12 settings and to provide written evaluations of their performances. The role includes travel to area schools, coordinating with cooperating teachers, and maintaining documentation as required by the department.

Required qualifications include an MEd or equivalent and 3–5 years of K-12 teaching experience, with the ability

Qualifications

• Relevant MEd or equivalent required.
• Three to five years of K-12 teaching experience.
• Ability to teach diverse student populations.
• Successful interview and a teaching demonstration.
• Successful completion of three background checks.
• Preferred: PhD or ABD; experience supervising student teachers.

Responsibilities

• Driving to area K-12 schools for supervision duties.
• Observing student teachers and completing evaluations.
• Maintaining records of student teaching absences and performance.
• Communicating with student teachers and cooperating teachers.
• Accessing evaluations through OnBase; mileage for reimbursements.
• Performing duties in a typical educational setting.

Skills

K-12 teaching experience

Diversity & inclusion focus

Teaching demonstrations

Education

Master of Education (MEd) or equivalent

Job description

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States or must be able to obtain legal authorization to work in the United States prior to employment. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire.

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Position Information

Requisition Number

Requisition Number F02740

Department

Department Art & Design

Working Title

Classification

Classification Instructor - 24900

Position Summary Information

Nature of position

Nature of position Temporary, part-time

Job Summary/Basic Function

The Department of Art & Design needs temporary part-time Instructors for courses in Art Education, including:

• Student Teacher Supervision.

Temporary, part-time instructor responsible for observing and supervising student art teachers during their practical clinical work in a public K-12 school setting and providing the required written evaluations of student teacher's performances. In addition, the Student Teacher Supervisor regularly advises student teachers, visits them in their clinical experience site, observes and evaluates their performance, confers with the cooperating teacher(s), and serves as a liaison between the University and the area schools.

The purpose of this posting is to generate a pool of qualified faculty. Applications submitted will be reviewed on an as needed basis based on enrollment. Anyone meeting the qualifications may be contacted for an interview and potentially hired when a need exists. In the event that you are interviewed but not immediately hired, your application will remain in the departments pool of qualified faculty.

A complete application will include:

• Cover letter describing qualifications for the position.
• Current curriculum vitae or professional resume.
• Copies of registrar-issued transcripts for all degrees conferred and in progress.
• Two letters of professional reference dated within the last 12 months

Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials far enough in advance of the closing date to allow time for their references to respond. If you choose to provide additional documentation, please upload these items as optional documents.

Please do not link your application to the position until you have uploaded all of the required documents and any optional documents you want to provide. You will not be able to change the materials submitted or upload any new additional materials, after the application process has been completed and you receive a confirmation number.

Why Millersville?

Nestled in beautiful Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University is a proud member of Pennsylvania’s State System of Higher Education. We’re known for:

• Strong student-faculty connections
• 70+ undergraduate and 24 graduate programs
• A stunning campus and vibrant community
• Outstanding job placement for graduates

With over 66,000 alumni across the globe, our impact is far-reaching—and growing.

Our Mission & Values:

At Millersville, we live by our EPPIIC values of Exploration, Public Mission, Professionalism, Inclusion, Integrity, and Compassion.

We are deeply committed to Inclusive Excellence—creating a welcoming, supportive environment where everyone can thrive. We believe diversity is a strength, and we actively seek individuals who bring unique perspectives and experiences to our community.

Equal Opportunity for All:

Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented groups are strongly encouraged to apply.

EFFECTIVE TEACHING AND PERFORMANCE OF PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

Temporary, part-time instructor responsible for observing and supervising student art teachers during their practical clinical work in a public K-12 school setting and providing the required written evaluations of student teacher's performances. In addition, the Student Teacher Supervisor regularly advises student teachers, visits them in their clinical experience site, observes and evaluates their performance, confers with the cooperating teacher(s), and serves as a liaison between the University and the area schools.

Candidates must be willing to travel during the school day to K-12 school assignments throughout the South-Central Pennsylvania region. Actual assignments will depend upon department needs.

For details, please see:

• The CBA, Article 12.B.1, Effective teaching and fulfillment of professional responsibilities (p. 27).

CONTINUING SCHOLARLY GROWTH AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

In addition to teaching, there is an expectation for scholarship and service commensurate with the assignment.

OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:

Other reasonable duties assigned within the faculty member’s field of competence.

PERFORMANCE REVIEW / EVALUATIONS:

Please see the CBA, Article 12, Performance Review and Evaluation of Faculty (pp. 27-39).

DEPARTMENT DESCRIPTION:

The Department of Art and Design, in the College of School of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences, is comprised of 12 faculty members, 3 support staff, 235 students, and offers programs in fine arts, graphic design, and art education, with minors in art history and studio art. At the undergraduate level students can earn a BA, BFA , BDES and BSE . Graduate level students can earn an MEd in Art Education.

Required Qualifications

• Relevant MEd or equivalent.
• Three-five years of K-12 teaching experience.
• Evidence of ability to successfully teach diverse student populations.
• Successful interview and teaching demonstration.
• Successful completion of three background checks.

Preferred Qualifications

• PhD or ABD.
• Experience supervising student teachers.

Essential Functions

Please Note: These duties are to be performed with or without an accommodation. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations in accordance with Americans with Disabilities Act ( ADA ).

• Driving to area K-12 schools.
• Observing student teachers.
• Completing student teaching evaluations.
• Keeping track of student teaching absences.
• Communicating with student teachers and cooperative teachers.
• Accessing evaluations through OnBase.
• Keeping track of Mileage for reimbursement.
• Work is normally performed in a typical interior/classroom environment.
• Ability to:
  • sit or stand while teaching.
  • speak clearly.
  • communicate via writing exceptionally well.
  • understand verbal communication (read and understand verbal messages).
  • use construction tools safely.
  • move to and from campus buildings, offices, classrooms and stage areas.
  • climb ladders.
  • stoop or bend to pick things up.
• Use computer for email, to submit final grades online, and other duties related to teaching and advising students and serving the department, college, university and community.
• None or very limited exposure to physical risks.
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).