Art and Design Instructors (part-time) (on-site)

Academy of Art University•San Francisco, CA

12d•Onsite

About The Position

Academy of Art University is seeking to hire part-time Instructors to teach undergraduate art and design classes for the Fall 2026 semester. Share your talent and knowledge with our students as they explore their creativity, define their vision and reach their true potential as artists. These onsite roles allow you to teach in a world class city and offer a rewarding opportunity to work with aspiring artists as well as our esteemed faculty.

Requirements

A positive attitude and solution-oriented mindset to successfully troubleshoot a variety of technical matters.
Strong time management and organizational skill sets that enable you to support a number of individuals effectively and quickly.
A passion for art and design and at least two years of professional experience working within a related field.
Respective software program and / or tool shop knowledge is necessary.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of PCs and Macs is highly preferred.
BFA or MFA as well as prior teaching experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

Responsible for all aspects of teaching assigned classes in San Francisco, including, but not limited to, preparing for the class, implementing a syllabus and course outline, communicating with students, evaluating, and grading students.
Complete and submit all progress grades as well as mid-term and final grades.
Provide timely feedback to students to aid in the academic learning process.
Email students who are absent from class.
Communicate concerns to other University departments as needed.
Perform additional instructor duties in addition to the class load schedule, as assigned by the Department Director. These additional duties may include, but not be limited to, workshops, directed study sessions, portfolio reviews, and other instructional work.