Art Adjunct Assistant Professor

Los Rios Community College District • Sacramento, CA

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About The Position

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary (Adjunct) faculty position. The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following:teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member. The Department of Art at America River College is seeking an adjunct faculty member in Art Studio practices with an emphasis on ceramics, 3-D design, and sculpture. This department provides a foundation in art principles and practices and is designed for those interested in transferring to a four-year college or university, and for someone interested in furthering his/her visual arts skills. The assignment will include instruction in art studio with a wide range of 3-D and 2-D studio practice courses. The successful candidate should show evidence of the ability to work in many different 3-D materials including clay and the ability to communicate instructions clearly. The primary assignments for this faculty position are 3-D design, introduction to sculpture, and ceramics with experience firing kilns. The instructor may also be required to teach basic intro to art classes such as 2-D design and drawing and composition. American River College is committed to employees: Actively demonstrating a commitment to equity and inclusion. Engaging in self-reflection and continuous improvement regarding individuals and their cultural competence. Exercising responsibility and accountability for actions. Viewing students, ALL students, as equally capable and worthy of our care, time and energy. Demonstrating appreciation and respect for others' perspectives and lived experiences.

Requirements

• Master's in fine arts, art, or art history;ORBachelor's in any of the above AND Master's in humanities;ORthe equivalent. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire.
• Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment.

Responsibilities

• teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean
• helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content
• assessing student learning outcomes
• maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field
• continuing professional development
• utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties
• maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position
• assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review
• serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities
• assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean
• fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support