Instructor, Visual Art

Caldwell Community College and Technical Institute•Caldwell Campus, NC

18h•Hybrid

About The Position

Instructor, Visual Arts, provides accessible, quality learning experiences within the classroom, laboratory, clinical, and/or distance learning settings; facilitates the learning process to help students be successful; provides accurate, quality academic and career advice for students; seeks professional development opportunities to implement best practices in teaching within their discipline area; maintains office hours according to institutional policy; completes required course assessments and documentation in an accurate and timely manner; attends college meetings, student activities, institutional functions; and contributes to the development of curriculum courses and programs.

Requirements

Master's degree in Fine Arts or a related discipline from an institution accredited by an accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (UDDE) or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) with 18 graduate semester hours in art required.
At least one year's experience teaching is required.
Knowledge of principles and procedures of record keeping.
Knowledge of principles and techniques involved in assessment.
Knowledge of safe work practices and procedures.
Knowledge of operational characteristics of equipment and tools used in the area of work assigned.
Knowledge of the mission, goals and objectives of CCC&TI.
Knowledge of current trends, research and development in the area of assignment.
Knowledge of pertinent federal, state and local laws, codes and regulations.
Ability to interpret and apply college and assigned division goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules and regulations.
Ability to contribute to the teaching and learning of mission, goals and objectives which complement those of the college.
Ability to interpret and apply Federal, State and local policies, laws, and regulations.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with those contacted in the course of work.
Ability to work independently in the absence of supervision.
Ability to follow all safety rules and regulations of the department.
Ability to understand and follow oral and written instructions.
Ability to operate a variety of mechanical equipment in a safe and effective manner.
Ability to effectively handle a work environment and conditions which involve an office and classroom workspace, working closely with others, and periodically working irregular hours.
Ability to maintain the office and teaching environments by maintaining equipment and supplies, ensuring overall cleanliness, functionality, and conformance to OSHA standards to provide a safe work environment.
Ability to maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following: standing, walking or sitting for extended periods, moderate lifting and carrying, general manual dexterity, operating assigned equipment, and extended exposure to computer screens.
Ability to maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for making observations, reading and writing, operating assigned equipment, communicating with others, and handling varied tasks simultaneously.
Ability to maintain mental capacity, which permits making sound decisions and using good judgment, demonstrating intellectual capabilities, and evaluating the effectiveness of programs and personnel.

Nice To Haves

An emphasis in Painting and Drawing is preferred.
Experience teaching at the secondary level is preferred.
Experience teaching in two or more of the following studio courses at the post-secondary level is highly preferred: Painting, Drawing, Gallery Assistantship, Art Appreciation, Art History.

Responsibilities

Plans and delivers accessible, quality instruction that enhances student learning and ensures students’ understanding of course outcomes.
Instructs 15-22 contact hours, in either curriculum, non-curriculum, or business and industry, each semester; prepares objectives, assignments, assessments, instructional and supplemental materials, grading standards, and attendance policies in accordance with college and department policies; develops course syllabi to be distributed; keeps online courses regularly updated; and begins and ends class as scheduled.
Ensures the classroom environment (seated, online, or hybrid) is appropriate for all student learners.
Ensures availability for all students, in the classroom and through distance learning, by maintaining established office hours, offering availability by appointment, and by responding to electronic communication in an appropriate, timely manner.
Maintains and completes accurate records of student attendance and grades as indicated by institutional policy, and submits all final reports in an accurate and timely manner.
Remains knowledgeable with program and/or transfer requirements to deliver accurate, quality academic and career advising to students.
Develops new courses and/or revises course content and outcomes in area as needed; recommends appropriate course textbooks, supplies, software, and equipment; provides input into the development of the program’s course sequence and the course schedule.
Participates in institutional effectiveness processes, including program review, course outcome assessment, and grants; contributes to the development of the division’s plans of action as needed.
Participates in the academic program’s recruitment and retention efforts; reviews and provides recommendations for the program publications, webpage, publicity, and other community relations activities and events.
Collaborates with colleagues to ensure quality instruction and the successful implementation of department, division, or college-wide goals.
Supports collaboration with other divisions and departments to align comprehensive credit and non-credit courses and programs where appropriate.
Attends workshops, seminars, and conferences; makes presentations to outside agencies as a representative of the college; researches and implements best practices in teaching in the assigned area of study; participates in thirty (30) hours of professional development activities each academic year, including required employee training offered by the college.
Mentors part-time instructors to ensure quality instruction, assisting with measuring course outcomes, developing outlines and assessments, and completing forms, grades, and attendance reports, if needed.
Actively supports the college’s initiatives of retention, progression, and completion leading to the success of all student learners.
Supports the mission, vision, and values of the college by adhering to all policies, procedures and faculty guidelines.
Serves on standing and ad hoc committees and focus groups; researches and develops recommendations related to academic and instructional programs; maintains contacts with business, industry, and professional organizations for the purpose of keeping instructional programs current.
Participates in the development and delivery of public information efforts; supports college functions and cultural activities.
Assists with inventory of programmatic equipment; assumes responsibility for labs and other facilities designated primarily for the assigned program.
Performs other duties as assigned.