Adjunct Lecturer of Studio Art

Kentucky College of Art and Design•Louisville, KY

About The Position

KyCAD is hiring an Adjunct Lecturer of Studio Art to teach STU212: Illustration I, a three-credit course offered during Spring 2027, Session 6, from April 19 through May 7. Classes meet Monday through Thursday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. The lecturer works under the direction of the Chair of Studio Art. Compensation is $4,000 per three-credit course. STU212: Illustration I explores a range of illustration genres, from traditional to experimental, through varied methods and materials. Students learn about professional paths in illustration and the complexity of client-based work, including creating within project parameters and responding to feedback. Prerequisites are FOUN 110, 120, 130, 131, 140, and 141, or instructor approval. KyCAD is an independent, licensed college offering a BFA in studio art and is the only four-year independent college of art and design in Kentucky. The college emphasizes inclusive teaching, respect for individual and cultural differences, diverse perspectives, and creative problem-solving. Applicants must submit a letter of interest, a full CV, unofficial transcripts, a digital portfolio of 15–20 recent creative works or a link to an online portfolio, and contact information for three professional references. Applications are reviewed until the position is filled. Candidates offered the position must complete required pre-employment screenings, which may include a national background check, and FERPA online training.

Requirements

Master's degree with 18 graduate semester hours in drawing or a closely related field.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Evidence of teaching ability, curricular development, and scholarship.
Sensitivity and ability to interact successfully with diverse populations.

Nice To Haves

MFA preferred.
Three years of teaching experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and teach to the objectives of the approved curriculum.
Submit syllabi and other instructional materials in a timely manner.
Maintain records of student academic progress and attendance, evaluate achievement, and assign grades.
Complete an end-of-term art assessment form for the course, if needed.
Communicate regularly with students and, when appropriate, use the Academic Alert notification process.
Assess student work in a timely manner and submit course grades by the posted deadline.
Use inclusive and effective teaching methods appropriate to a diverse student population.
Incorporate multicultural and diverse perspectives into instruction as appropriate, and conduct classes with respect for individual and cultural differences.
Model and cultivate open-minded inquiry, appreciation for diverse perspectives, and creative problem-solving.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with students, staff, faculty, and administration.
Support and enhance the college's culture to encourage engagement, motivation, and drive.
Perform other duties as assigned.