Adjunct Faculty - Interior Architecture + Design

Marymount University • Arlington, VA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The School of Design + Art in Marymount University's College of Business, Innovation, Leadership, and Technology invites qualified candidates to teach undergraduate and graduate Interior Architecture and Design courses. The CIDA-accredited program offers studio, lecture, and elective courses. Adjunct faculty are assigned courses based on expertise and work with full-time faculty to coordinate syllabi and projects across sections in alignment with CIDA standards. Faculty are encouraged to bring their professional practice and lived experiences into the studio and are expected to teach high-quality courses face-to-face.

The role is part-time, based at the university's Main Campus in Arlington, Virginia, with a target of 10 hours per week. Salary varies by course credits: studio courses are 4 credits and pay $4,800 for a full semester; lecture courses are 3 credits and pay $3,600 for a full semester; elective courses are 1 credit and pay $1,200 for a half-semester. The rate is $1,200 per credit hour. Benefits are not available for this position.

Applicants are asked to submit a letter of interest, a current C.V., and a portfolio of professional and student work (up to 20 images in PDF format or a digital portfolio link). Professional websites are also accepted. Employment is contingent on successful completion of a background check, employment verification, and any other role-related requirements.

Requirements

• Terminal degree (MA, MFA, or PhD) and/or substantial professional experience in the design industry.

Nice To Haves

• Five years of professional experience in the field.
• NCIDQ licensure.
• Experience teaching in higher education.
• Experience using Canvas as a learning management tool, or willingness to learn it.

Responsibilities

• Teach designated courses and keep teaching materials current.
• Engage students in discussions and hands-on activities.
• Continuously grade assignments and monitor student performance.
• Collaborate with other faculty to maintain consistent learning objectives and outcomes.
• Adhere to CIDA standards as assigned.
• Maintain appropriate office hours, one hour per course.
• Support students in their educational journey and career progression.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time