Art Adjunct

University of the Cumberlands•Williamsburg, KY

18h•Remote

About The Position

Get Set for Cumberlands! Join our team of student-focused individuals working together in order to encourage intellectual and spiritual growth, leadership and service. CURRENT STUDENT or EMPLOYEE? Please log into Workday and use the Career Tile to find and apply to jobs from our internal career sites. Under the direction of the Chair of the Art program and the Music and Fine Arts Department Chair, this position is responsible for teaching undergraduate art appreciation online. The University of the Cumberlands is a faith-based institution that welcomes students from all backgrounds. Its mission is to offer high-quality academic programs that empower graduates to “seek a life more abundant.” Cumberlands is different by design. Our employees exemplify our motto in the pursuit of a “life-more-abundant.”

Requirements

Masters degree in Studio Art or Art History
Student-focused teaching that addresses the needs of all learners
Ongoing professional development
Strong interpersonal communication and problem-solving skills.
Curriculum Vitae
Cover Letter addressing qualifications
Statement of Teaching Philosophy
List of 3-5 References

Nice To Haves

M.F.A. in Studio Art or PhD in Art History
Experience with a variety of pedagogical and technological educational delivery methods.

Responsibilities

Teach courses including, but not limited to, ART 131 Art Appreciation
Collaborate with colleagues in the Music and Fine Arts Department and throughout the university.
Adapt and align course materials using departmental syllabus templates, required text(s), and other resources.
Provide regular and timely feedback on student work.
Maintain regular communication with students through virtual office hours and e-mail.
Maintain clear, consistent records in Blackboard Ultra and the university’s online record keeping platform
Participate in department-wide assessments.
Respond to student evaluations.
Follow university policies and procedures.