Adjunct Faculty - Art and Entertainment Law (ARTL 317) - Dean College

Dean College • Franklin, MA

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About The Position

The School of the Arts at Dean College is looking for dynamic, experienced, student-centered educators to teach assigned courses in our Theatre and Arts Leadership programs, specifically ARTL 317 - Art and Entertainment Law. The College seeks Adjunct Faculty who focus on experiential learning and active engagement in their classrooms. Adjuncts chosen to teach at Dean College create a compelling and professional learning environment for students of diverse learning backgrounds. All faculty will be expected to make active use of the learning management system Canvas at least at a minimum level established by the college. Adjunct faculty are expected to hold one office hour each week for each section they teach. The adjunct pay rate is $3,300 per section for a course that meets for the equivalent of three weekly contact hours per semester. The School of the Arts provides a course charter with course objectives and learning outcomes and sample syllabi. Adjunct Faculty in the School of the Arts are hired as needed, based on student enrollment. Candidates may need to be available to begin teaching on short notice. The Spring 2026 semester begins on January 20, 2026 and ends on May 7, 2026.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in the field relevant to the curriculum or related discipline, required; Graduate degree or extensive professional experience in the field relevant to the curriculum or related discipline is highly preferred.
• Preference will be given to candidates who can provide evidence of strong teaching acumen from a sound pedagogical and anatomical model.
• Ability and willingness to be responsive and supportive to students through college online resources and digital tools, required;
• Experience with or willingness to learn Canvas, our learning management system, and classroom media, required;
• Expertise in learner-centered teaching, required;
• Experience using technologies and/or strategies to enhance pedagogy, required;
• Experience and ability to work effectively with a culturally diverse student body with a variety of learning styles, required.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in areas such as arts leadership/management and theatre, following an established schedule and course format.
• Create an engaging, student-centered learning environment that emphasizes experiential learning and supports students of diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• Implement and assess course objectives and learning outcomes as provided in the School of the Arts course charter and sample syllabi.
• Use the Canvas learning management system to support instruction, communication, and assessment at a level consistent with college expectations.
• Hold one office hour per week per course section to provide student support outside of class time.
• Uphold professional standards in the classroom, contributing to the overall quality and reputation of the School of the Arts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees