What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct, Graphic Design position at Saint Joseph's University?
Position Title:
Adjunct, Graphic DesignTime Type:
Part timePosition Summary and Qualifications:
Saint Joseph’s University’s Department of Art & Art History has an ongoing need for highly qualified adjunct faculty to teach a variety of courses each semester. Likely assignments include introductory courses in Graphic Design, Typography, Web Design and User Interface design.Part-time adjunct faculty may instruct one or two courses each semester on an as-needed basis.
Duties andResponsibilities:
Teaching of a specified course(s) in Design
Preparation of materials
Providing support and guidance to students
Holding regular office hours
Reporting mid-semester and final grades electronically
Knowledge and experience with Canvas or other learning management system or similar learning/advising management systems
Demonstrated:-mastery of technical skills related to Graphic Design, Web Design and UX design
SecondaryResponsibilities:
Occasional meetings with Department Chair and other faculty-members to discuss pedagogy
Cooperation with course coordinators or other program faculty to assure quality and consistency across the program
Minimum Requirements:
MFA Degree or equivalent professional experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
Previous teaching experience and a willingness to be flexible and responsive in designing course curriculum to meet the needs of SJU students who may not have a background in previously studying studio art.
Required Application Documents
In ONE PDF please include a Cover Letter/Letter of Interest, Resume/Curriculum Vitae with 3 references, 10 examples of student work and 10 examples of professional work.
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