What are the responsibilities and job description for the Part-Time Faculty - Art Instructor Position position at Maine's Public Universities?
Job Summary
We are seeking a skilled and experienced teaching artist to join our faculty as an adjunct professor in the Art Department at the University of Southern Maine. The successful candidate will have a strong background in painting and drawing, as well as a commitment to foundational pedagogy and inclusive teaching practices.
About the Role
- Teach foundational and advanced courses in 2D design, drawing, and painting.
- Introduce students to traditional and contemporary concepts, techniques, and practices in drawing and painting.
- Foster a positive, inclusive, and dynamic learning environment for beginning through advanced art students.
About the Department
The Art Department at the University of Southern Maine offers a nationally accredited program that provides students with a rigorous studio experience, historical understanding of the complexity of art practices, and the critical skills needed to become informed visual artists, art educators, and art historians.