Interior Design Instructor - Full Time

Community HigherEd•Tulsa, OK

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The Interior Design Instructor teaches interior design courses and supports the Interior Design Department Head with program operations. The role promotes student learning and safety, maintains instructional and student records, keeps current with industry practices, and supports the institution’s mission, CARES philosophy, and commitment to excellence in career education. The position includes classroom instruction, drafting and AutoCAD activities, computer-based recordkeeping, collaboration with college departments, attendance at graduation ceremonies, and assigned professional development. Essential functions may be performed with reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable law.

Requirements

At least three years of experience in the interior design industry.
AutoCAD experience required.
High level of creativity and artistic ability.
Knowledge of interior design practices and principles and drafting procedures.
Demonstrated experience in education and student development, and a commitment to education.
Excellent time management, organizational, presentation, written communication, and verbal communication skills.
Initiative, resilience, resourcefulness, and enthusiasm.
Demonstrated commitment to diversity and excellence in career education.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Teach interior design classes and ensure student safety.
Follow syllabi, lesson plans, and other assigned program components consistently.
Post grades, attendance, and other required information in Transcript and Moodle.
Help incorporate the institution’s corporate philosophy, vision, and mission into written program objectives.
Assist the Interior Design Department Head, including with supply requests and ordering.
Stay current with interior design trends, industry standards, and common practices through research and ongoing learning.
Maintain familiarity with current accrediting bodies and program societies.
Prepare reports needed by management.
Establish and implement cost controls within budget requirements to meet financial expectations.
Collaborate with management, maintenance, Human Resources, Career Services, the Registrar, and other college departments.
Protect confidential information and respect its privacy.
Interact positively with staff, students, faculty, and the public, promoting good public relations through professional appearance, attitude, and communication.
Model the CARES philosophy and core values, including courage, teamwork, perseverance, and vision.
Promote excellence in customer service and demonstrate servant leadership toward students, faculty, and staff.
Attend graduation ceremonies and participate in professional development assigned by the Department Head.
Maintain high performance and a strong team orientation; show initiative, persistence, resourcefulness, flexibility, and willingness to accept increased responsibility and supervisory feedback.
Work scheduled hours, follow call-in procedures and institutional break and lunch policies, and use work time appropriately.