Require Adjunct Lecturer of Visual Art in Louisville, KY
Job title: Adjunct Lecturer of Visual Art
Company: Kentucky College of Art and Design, Inc.
Job description: KyCAD would like to announce a new position in the capacity of Adjunct Lecturer of Visual Art for a three-week course taking place November 27, 2023 - December 15, 2023, Session 3 (Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am - 12:30 pm and 1:30 pm - 5:00 pm). This position is open to internal and external applications.
Position Description:
Under the direction of the Dean/VPAA, the Adjunct Lecturer would have the opportunity to instruct FOUN 140, an introductory Design + Digital Process course.
Compensation: Salary: $4,000 per 3 credit course
Course Description:
FOUN 140 - Design + Digital Process
3 credits
This course introduces students to skills and principles that are foundational to digital design and artmaking. Through the examination of contemporary art practices and digital cultures, relevant readings, and online research, students will create digitally based artwork. The instructor will introduce students to best practices when engaging with digital technologies including the preparation, management, and storage of digital files.
Responsibilities:
- Develop and teach to the objectives of the approved curriculum.
- Submit syllabi and other instructional materials in a timely manner.
- Maintain records of student academic progress and attendance, evaluate the level of achievement, and assign grades for the program.
- Complete an end-of-term art assessment form for the course.
- Maintain regular communication with students and, when appropriate, use the Academic Alert notification process.
- Assess student work in a timely manner and submit course grades by the posted deadline.
- Incorporate inclusive and effective teaching methods/styles that support successful learning appropriate to a diverse student population.
- Infuse multicultural and diverse perspectives into the instructional process as appropriate and conduct classes in a manner that demonstrates respect for individual and cultural differences.
- Model and cultivate open-minded inquiry, an appreciation for diverse perspectives, and creative problem-solving.
- Develop and maintain healthy and positive working relationships with students, staff, faculty, and administration.
- Embrace and enhance the college's culture to help ensure continued engagement, motivation, and drive.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Master of Fine Arts Degree in Graphic Design or Digital Art area preferred, or
- Master's degree with minimum of 18 graduate in Digital Art, Graphic Arts, and/or Design course credit hours.
- Preferred teaching experience: 3 years.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Evidence of teaching ability, curricular development, and scholarship.
- Sensitivity and ability to successfully interact with diverse populations.
- Full Curriculum Vitae.
- Unofficial transcript(s).
- Contact name, phone number and email information for three professional references.
- A Letter of Interest that addresses professional background, qualifications, and KyCAD's mission and vision.