What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Professor in Art & Design Job at CUMBERLAND UNIVERSITY in Lebanon position at CUMBERLAND UNIVERSITY?
Job Details
Level
Experienced
Job Location
Cumberland University - Lebanon, TN
Education Level
Master's Degree
Job Shift
Part Time
Job Category
Education
Description
Position Title
Adjunct Professor in Art and Design
Hours Per Week
3 to 15 (up to 9 credit hours of class time)
Posting Date
June 5, 2024
Closing Date
Open Until Filled
Job Type
Part-time faculty appointment with one semester teaching contract
Internal Job Category
Adjunct Faculty
Position Purpose
Cumberland University Fine Arts program is seeking applicants demonstrating successful and active professional practice, knowledge of contemporary art and theory, and excellence in the teaching of painting / drawing, art history, and 2D processes at an undergraduate level. This position will enhance program strength, course offerings, and student opportunities in the program under the supervision of the program director. Successful candidate will show ability to design and assess curriculum plans that foster rigorous student learning and engagement while enhancing the necessary skills required in adult learners in the field of art and design.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Must be able to communicate well with students and other faculty members
- Demonstrate a strong understanding of concepts in art and fundamentals of design
- Be proficient in a wide range of media and techniques
- Engage in class and student assessment while maintaining all necessary paperwork and records based on Program Director requirements
- Collaborate with colleagues in both program and field advancement activities such as creative and / or scholarly involvement
- Experience in supervising facilities and students in a 2D environment
- Evidence of high level of personal agency and initiative
- Demonstrate organizational skills for curriculum management and program design including analysis of data for continuous improvement
- Possess ability to contribute positively to a dynamic setting with collaborative faculty
Experience
Education
MFA Preferred
Additional Information
Completed application will include :
Cumberland University is a teaching-focused and student-centered bachelor's and master's level university. Focus on student achievement and experience, and program quality and reputation are primary responsibilities of the faculty.
Application Requirements
An electronic version of your cover letter, curriculum vitae, philosophy of teaching, unofficial graduate transcripts, and 5 references are required.
