Adjunct Faculty- Fine Arts Generalist

St. Louis Community College•Meramec, MO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Fine Arts Department at St. Louis Community College is seeking adjunct instructors to teach courses for the 2026–2027 academic year. This is an onsite, in-person position located in the St. Louis, Missouri area. Candidates should apply only if they are able to be physically present and available to work onsite by the start date. Seeking qualified instructors to teach Two-Dimensional Design, Drawing I and II, Figure Drawing I and II, Printmaking and Art History. The individual may be assigned up to two courses per semester.

Requirements

Master of Fine Arts degree with a concentration in Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, or Art History (where applicable).
Studio Art instructors must have strong observational drawing skills.
One year of teaching experience beyond graduate school.

Nice To Haves

Three years College teaching experience, including expertise of course assignment.

Responsibilities

Teaching assigned credit courses in accordance with approved course outlines, syllabi, and instructional objectives.
Preparing for instruction, including course materials, learning activities, and assessments appropriate to the course modality (in-person, hybrid, or online).
Delivering instruction using effective teaching strategies that support student engagement and learning.
Assessing student performance, grading assignments and examinations, and providing meaningful, timely feedback.
Maintaining accurate academic records, including attendance, grades, and required course documentation.
Reporting midterm and final grades using the College’s designated systems by established deadlines.
Communicating course expectations, policies, and learning outcomes clearly to students.
Maintaining appropriate office hours or student availability, as defined by the department, at times convenient for students.
Responding to student, faculty, and administrative communications within established departmental timeframes.
Using the College’s learning management system (LMS) and other instructional technologies as required.
Ensuring courses comply with College policies, accreditation standards, and accessibility requirements.
Creating and maintaining a respectful, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.
Informing the Department Chair or Program Coordinator/Director as soon as possible when unable to meet a scheduled class or instructional obligation.
Participate in required orientations, training, and instructional meeting.
Complete required compliance training, including but not limited to FERPA and Sexual Misconduct training.
Coordinate with department chairs, program coordinators, or full-time faculty regarding course content and expectations.
Implement department-approved textbooks, course materials, and assessment practices
Maintain current knowledge and skills in the instructional discipline.
Adapt instruction to meet diverse student needs within the scope of the assigned course(s).
The College reserves the right to assign other normal instructional responsibilities as may be appropriate for part-time faculty.