Adjunct Instructor of Art & Design

Keuka College•Keuka Park, NY

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Humanities and Fine Arts at Keuka College seeks adjunct instructors to teach introductory and advanced courses in Art & Design. We value quality in teaching, and we thus seek enthusiastic faculty who value and enjoy working closely with an undergraduate population. Keuka College has a strong commitment to principles of diversity and encourages applications from groups underrepresented in higher education. Keuka College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce. AA/EOE

Requirements

Strong understanding of design fundamentals across diverse mediums
Experience teaching introductory and advanced studio art courses such as drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and digital photography
Candidates should have strong leadership and interpersonal skills, initiative, and the ability to work in a student-centered environment
Successful candidate will have experience using a variety of teaching strategies and tools
BA or BFA Degree in Art, Communication, or other appropriate field (MFA, MA preferred).
Candidates with an artistic practice in addition to a portfolio of professional work will be given special consideration.
College or University teaching experience strongly preferred. Other instruction or presentation experience will be considered.
Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
Understand and behave with a high level of integrity and complete confidentiality at all times.
Ability to be sensitive to and respond to needs/concerns of students, faculty, college staff and the public.
Ability to work under pressure with a high tolerance for interruptions, and the ability to work with diverse groups of people.

Responsibilities

Experience demonstrating ability to work creatively with beginning and advanced students at a variety of skill levels
Plan course instruction and syllabi based upon approved course description, goals, and objectives
Design, administer, and grade essays, examinations, and applicable projects to accurately assess achievement of course objectives as identified in the syllabus
Contribute to program assessment of student learning outcomes based on signature assignments in courses
Create a classroom environment conducive to learning and actively engage students
Maintain regular office hours to meet one-on-one with students
Work with the Chair and other faculty in the Division of Humanities & Fine Arts to ensure instructional quality and program quality
Maintain a professional and courteous attitude at all times towards co-workers, internal and external customers, representing Keuka College, its programs, policies and procedures in a positive and professional manner. Maintain effective working relationships to ensure institution-wide teamwork.
Consistently demonstrate high standards of integrity by supporting the Keuka College mission, vision and values and adhering to institutional policies.
Maintain high regard for student privacy in accordance with the FERPA privacy policies and procedures.
Regular and reliable attendance is expected and required.