Art Adjunct Professor (Faculty Pool)

Concordia University Texas•Austin, TX

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Concordia University Texas is seeking two qualified candidates for its Art Adjunct Faculty Pool, for part-time teaching opportunities at the university’s main Austin location. Selected candidates complete hiring and onboarding requirements in advance so they can provide substitute instruction or teach courses when opportunities arise. Pool membership does not guarantee a teaching assignment or a minimum number of teaching hours. Assignments depend on departmental needs, course availability, qualifications, and instructor availability, and may involve individual class sessions, temporary coverage, or a full-semester course. Art courses support students’ exploration of visual expression, creative processes, and the historical and cultural significance of art. Courses may cover art theory and history, painting, color, studio art, art appreciation, or other studio-based, theoretical, or interdisciplinary topics. Instruction encompasses traditional and innovative techniques, contemporary experimentation, conceptual practices, and theories of art from the Renaissance through the 21st century. Concordia University Texas seeks candidates who demonstrate professional excellence and strong personal faith in Christ while strengthening its culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. CTX is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is rooted in the Lutheran tradition and aligned with the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod. To the extent allowed by law, it reserves the right to give preference in employment based upon religion.

Requirements

Master’s degree or higher in Studio Art, Fine Arts, Art History, Art Education, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated expertise in one or more areas of visual art, including studio art, painting, color theory, art history, contemporary art, or related disciplines.
Experience developing and delivering engaging instruction in studio-based or lecture-based art courses.
Ability to teach students with varying levels of artistic experience and technical proficiency.
Familiarity with traditional artistic practices and contemporary approaches to art creation, interpretation, and curating.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Flexibility and willingness to accept substitute teaching opportunities or course assignments based on institutional needs and instructor availability.
Ability to articulate and model Concordia University Texas’ mission, vision, and values.
Commitment to encouraging and supporting diversity, inclusion, and equity.
Heart for the Gospel and commitment to the Concordia Distinctive and its faith-based mission.

Nice To Haves

Prior teaching experience at the collegiate, secondary, or professional level.

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate art courses aligned with academic qualifications and professional expertise.
Provide substitute instruction for scheduled art courses as needed and based on availability.
Facilitate engaging learning experiences that encourage creative expression, critical thinking, artistic experimentation, and appreciation of visual art.
Introduce students to relevant artistic techniques, historical movements, contemporary practices, and conceptual approaches.
Develop or implement appropriate syllabi, instructional materials, projects, and assessments, as applicable to the teaching assignment.
Provide timely, constructive feedback and accurate grading using Blackboard Ultra LMS when assigned responsibility for a course.
Maintain an inclusive, supportive, and engaging classroom or studio environment.
Complete required trainings and remain current with institutional expectations.
Respond consistently and professionally to communications from administration and students.
Foster a classroom environment characterized by academic excellence, creativity, encouragement, and Christ-centered mentorship.
Demonstrate flexibility and professionalism when responding to short-notice teaching opportunities.
Perform other duties and functions as needed.