VCUarts Adjunct Instructor - Art Foundation Program

Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university arts program is seeking an Adjunct Instructor for the Art Foundation Program. This role involves teaching various courses and requires a terminal degree or equivalent experience as well as strong communication skills. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to fostering a diverse educational environment. This is a full-time position based in Richmond, Virginia, and involves variable teaching assignments.

Qualifications

• Must have a terminal degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• Should have appropriate teaching experience.
• Demonstrated ability to work with diverse student populations.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the Art Foundation program.
• Foster an environment of respect and professionalism.
• Be an enthusiastic ambassador for the program.

Skills

Teaching experience

Strong oral presentation skills

Communication skills

Education

Terminal degree or equivalent

Job description

VCUarts Adjunct Instructor - Art Foundation Program

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Summary

The Virginia Commonwealth University School of the Arts (VCUarts) Art Foundation Program is recruiting a pool of applicants on an ongoing basis for possible adjunct teaching positions. The program will consult the applicant pool and contact qualified candidates whose credentials match our specific teaching needs on an as‑needed basis. The pool will only be assessed when an adjunct opportunity arises.

Typical Duties

Possible adjunct opportunities could include teaching a course or courses in any of the areas of study offered by the Art Foundation, VCUarts’ first‑year art and design program. A link to art foundation course descriptions from VCU’s Undergraduate Bulletin can be found at https://bulletin.vcu.edu/azcourses/artf/. If an opportunity becomes available, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Adjunct faculty are expected to be enthusiastic ambassadors for the Art Foundation Program and have a desire to work with a student population from all backgrounds and experiences in a collaborative, learning‑centered community of adjunct instructors, students, faculty, and staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• Terminal degree in a related field, or education, training and professional experience that equates to a terminal degree.
• Appropriate teaching experience and/or strong oral presentation and communication skills.
• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering an environment of respect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.

Application Materials Should Include The Following

• Current CV
• List of three current references including names, phone numbers, and email addresses (references will not be contacted prior to applicant’s approval).
• Portfolio of work – visual documentation of professional work, and examples of student work, if available. Due to file‑size limitations, the portfolio should be submitted as an accessible link in a PDF that points to a website or cloud storage (with access instructions) to view all visual work.

Salary Range

VCUarts Standard Adjunct Per Credit Rate

FLSA Exemption Status

Exempt

FTE

Varies

Contact Information

VCUarts Human Resources – [e-mail]

Seniority Level

Entry level

Employment Type

Full-time

Job Function

Education and Training

Industry

Higher Education