Visual Arts Faculty

South Piedmont Community College; Monroe (NC); On-site; USD 54,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

NC State Health Plan for Teachers and

retirement benefits through NC RETIRE

Paid Time Off

Cafeteria plan

Job summary

South Piedmont Community College invites applications for a full-time, 9-month Visual Arts Faculty position based on the Old Charlotte Highway Campus in Monroe, NC, starting Spring 2027. Responsibilities include teaching in visual arts, curriculum development,assessment, advising, and college service.

Requirements include a Master’s in Visual Art (or a Master’s with 18 graduate hours in Visual Art) and strong communication.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Visual Art or a completed Master’s with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Visual Art.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

Responsibilities

• Teach and learn in visual arts courses and co-create curriculum.
• Assess learning outcomes and participate in continuous improvement.
• Advise students and maintain regular office hours on campus.
• Participate in committees, college activities, and community relations.

Skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office

Education

Master’s in Visual Art

18 graduate hours in Visual Art

Tools

Canvas

Job description

The Visual Arts Faculty is a full-time, 9-month faculty position located primarily on the Old Charlotte Highway ( OCH ) Campus in Monroe, NC with a start date for Spring 2027. The interview process is expected to occur in late November/early December.

Under the direction of the Department Chair, this individual has responsibility for teaching and learning, curriculum development, assessment, continuous improvement, advising, professional development, institutional service, and community relations in visual arts courses.

• health insurance with the NC State Health Plan for Teachers and State Employees
• retirement benefits through the NC Retirement System
• Paid Time Off
• a supplemental cafeteria plan

• Exhibit an uncompromising commitment to South Piedmont Community College as a learning-centered college through the College’s mission, vision, values, core skills and learning outcomes, and delivery of instruction and services
• Develop curriculum using effective learning strategies, syllabi, and materials that promote successful teaching and learning
• Facilitate learning through online, hybrid, and / or classroom activities designed to support student success where applicable
• Access and return student work with feedback in a timely manner
• Inform students of their grades and progress in the course
• Maintain regular office hours on campus
• Actively participate in continuous improvement planning through the assessment of learning outcomes at the course and program levels
• Create, select, and use appropriate learning materials and resources, including textbooks and library resources which meet college accessibility guidelines
• Stay current with developments in the field of technology and learning theory
• Demonstrate a high-level professionalism in developing and/or implementing long- and short-range plans
• Participate in institutional, advisory, and program / instruction committees, campus activities, and representation of the college in the community, as needed
• Continue professional development for the improvement of self and the program
• Accept teaching assignments, based on the needs of the college, at one or more of the following: L.L. Polk campus (Polkton), Old Charlotte Highway campus (Monroe), or in community locations (Anson and / or Union counties)
• Accept teaching assignments scheduled during the day, evening, weekends, or online
• Participate in student recruitment, retention, advising, and registration activities
• Participate in or support the mentoring process, the SPCC Foundation, and grant identification, preparation, implementation, and evaluation
• Provide accessibility to students and colleagues
• Maintain and submit all required class records and/or reports on time
• Perform other duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor, the dean, or the Vice President of Academic Affairs

Required Qualifications

• A Master’s degree in Visual Art OR a completed Master’s degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in Visual Art
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Working knowledge / utilization of Microsoft Office products

Preferred Qualifications

• One academic year of full-time teaching experience or a part-time teaching equivalent at the college level
• Familiarity with a course management system such as Canvas
• Experience teaching web-enhanced, blended/hybrid, and online classes
• Experience with learning outcomes assessment
• Demonstrated innovation in teaching
• Effective problem-solving, critical thinking, and decision-making skills
• Evidence of a career that includes
  • flexibility and a willingness to change
  • open-mindedness, fairness and the ability to see multiple perspectives
  • a willingness to take risks
  • a willingness to accept responsibility for professional and personal growth

Physical Demands

Special Conditions Eligibility Summary

South Piedmont Community College provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees based on job related criteria without reference to race, color, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification. Applicants are requested to complete questions at the end of the online application process that are strictly voluntary. Answers to these questions will not be provided to the hiring manager, selection committee, or any other employees of South Piedmont other than the Human Resources Office. The Human Resources Office uses this information to maintain accurate confidential records on the composition of each applicant pool. If you require accommodation due to a disability in order to complete the application process, please make your request to the Human Resources Office.