Lecturer AY - Studio Art: Ceramics
About The Position
The Art Program invites qualified candidates to apply for the position of ceramics instructor beginning in the fall of 2026. The successful candidate will have a broad range of skills and expertise that encompasses both ceramic sculpture and wheel-thrown pottery with the ability to teach all levels of undergraduate ceramics. The successful candidate will share with the area Technician in the management of all studio and kiln operations; teach all levels of undergraduate ceramics courses (which include instruction in beginning, intermediate, and advanced throwing and ceramic sculpture techniques and beginning 3D printing instruction); and work with the overseeing area Professor in ongoing development and implementation new curriculum, improving area infrastructure, establishing new facilities, and with new student recruitment.
Requirements
- Current knowledge of and demonstrated proficiency in the area of Higher education teaching
- Experience in teaching Ceramics, Visual Arts
- Demonstrated experience in the ceramic or related professional fields
- Experience with ceramics as an art form with an understanding of both traditional and contemporary practices
- Demonstrative understanding of the firing techniques of various ceramic kilns
- Demonstrative understanding of ceramic glaze formulation, handling, and application techniques.
- Mastery of wheel-throwing and ceramic sculptural techniques
- Mastery of 3D foundational concepts and applications
- Recognized participation in the professional field of ceramics
- Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information
- Highly effective interpersonal skills
- Applicants should demonstrate the ability to effectively engage with a broad student population and provide mentorship that supports student academic success.
Nice To Haves
- MFA in Ceramics or related field
- Recognized extensive participation in the professional field of ceramics
- Highly effective oral and written communication skills, including the ability to convey conceptual and complex ideas and information
- Highly effective interpersonal skills
Responsibilities
- Teach one or more face-to-face ceramic courses
- Use subject-matter expertise to impart knowledge to students
- Stay current regarding the professional body of knowledge in field of practice
- Design syllabus and curriculum as assigned
- Communicate expectations to students
- Prepare and deliver course materials
- Evaluate student learning and assign grades
- Design interactive and motivational activities to fully engage participants and to reinforce student learning
- Update course materials periodically, and regularly monitor course evaluations in order to make adjustments and improvements to the curriculum
- Respond to student needs and questions
- Create a high-performance environment in which students of diverse backgrounds are motivated to succeed
- Apply technology and leverage resources appropriately to enhance the curriculum (e.g. use Canvas or make arrangements for guest speakers)
- Handle mechanics of position according to deadlines (understand how to use the computer, texts, A/V, grade submission, etc.)
Benefits
- Robust employee benefits
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
