Temporary Core Faculty in Studio Arts (Part-Time)
About The Position
Lesley University is seeking a part-time, nine-month Temporary Core Faculty of Studio Arts (Printmaking) to join our undergraduate Studio Arts program. The Temporary Core Faculty member will focus on teaching introductory and intermediate courses that introduce students to core processes such as relief, intaglio, lithography, screenprinting, and monotype, while integrating principles of design, composition, and critical inquiry. The Temporary Core Faculty member develops course materials, delivers demonstrations, leads critiques, and evaluates student work, supporting both technical skill development and conceptual growth. They are expected to provide clear, timely feedback, maintain accurate academic records, and foster an inclusive, rigorous learning environment that encourages experimentation and independent artistic development. In addition to teaching, the faculty member is responsible for maintaining a safe, well-organized printmaking studio environment, which includes instruction in proper use of presses, tools, inks, and materials, adherence to safety protocols, and general upkeep of shared facilities. The role includes supporting curricular continuity within the program, collaborating with studio art colleagues, and contributing to critiques, reviews, and department activities as appropriate. The successful candidate will demonstrate broad technical expertise across traditional and contemporary printmaking practices, possess an active commitment to teaching excellence, and connect studio practice with critical and historical contexts in the field.
Requirements
- MFA in Printmaking, Studio Arts, or a closely related field
- Minimum of three+ years of experience teaching college-level printmaking
- Demonstrated experience managing and maintaining a professional printmaking studio, including equipment and safety protocols
- Broad technical knowledge of traditional and contemporary printmaking processes (relief, intaglio, lithography, screenprinting)
- Evidence of an active studio practice and engagement in the field
- Strong teaching, communication, and collaboration skills
- Ability to support diverse learners
Responsibilities
- Develop course materials
- Deliver demonstrations
- Lead critiques
- Evaluate student work
- Provide clear, timely feedback
- Maintain accurate academic records
- Foster an inclusive, rigorous learning environment
- Maintain a safe, well-organized printmaking studio environment
- Instruct in proper use of presses, tools, inks, and materials
- Ensure adherence to safety protocols
- Perform general upkeep of shared facilities
- Support curricular continuity within the program
- Collaborate with studio art colleagues
- Contribute to critiques, reviews, and department activities
Benefits
- health insurance
- dental insurance
- life insurance
- long-term disability insurance
- significant paid time off
- generous retirement plan
- tuition programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
