Position Title:

Assistant Teaching Professor of Art Education

Compensation:

$54,000-$60,000

Department:

School of Art

Start Date:

08/15/2027

About this opportunity:

The School of Art at Ball State University welcomes applications for a full-time Assistant Teaching Professor of Art Education to teach undergraduate courses in art education and other areas of interest and expertise. The ideal candidate will be a creative teacher, thoughtful mentor, and collaborative colleague.

The School of Art has over forty full-time faculty and staff and offers state-of-the-art facilities serving approximately 700 undergraduate majors. Programs at the BA, BS, and BFA levels include art education, art history, graphic design, graphic design studies, animation production, illustration, game art/design, visual effects, and a studio art program that includes drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, glass, metals + jewelry, sculpture, photography, and video and new media. School of Art students enjoy world-class facilities, with over 73,000 square feet of classroom, gallery, and studio space in the Art and Journalism Building, Applied Technology Building, and the Marilyn K. Glick Center for Glass. Students and faculty work closely with David Owsley Museum of Art on campus, among the finest university art collections in the nation. Ball State University is accredited by the National Association for Schools of Art and Design.  

Teaching responsibilities are on campus, in Muncie, Indiana.  

Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.

What you'll do and what you will bring:

Description:  

Non-tenure-line faculty in the School of Art teach undergraduate courses at all levels, from first-year Foundations and introductory surveys through senior projects. All faculty participate in service at the School, College, and University level and are committed to student success and curricular innovation.   

 

Duties and Responsibilities:  

The typical course load consists of four courses (12 hours) each fall and spring semester. Courses are generally scheduled on campus, with occasional courses scheduled online, either synchronously or asynchronously.  

Instructional load will include such Art Education classes as:  

• AED 201 Art Education: Introduction  

• AED 304 Art Education: Curriculum and Instruction  

• AED 305 Art Education: Elementary Teaching Practicum (Fall Saturday Art School)  

• AED 399 Art Education: Secondary Methods and Materials  

 

Instructional load may include such courses in the broader School of Art curriculum as: 

• ADS 101 2D Foundations  

• ADS 102 3D Foundations  

• ADS 103 4D Foundations  

• AFA 101 Drawing Studio  

• ART 290 Basic Art Media and Techniques   

• Various upper-level courses in art and design offered for School of Art majors/minors or as part of the University Core Curriculum 

• Other teaching duties may be assigned based on programmatic needs and the successful candidate’s expertise. 

Additional responsibilities include planning and executing community classes for K-12 students taught by Art Education majors, developing curriculum, and maintaining studios, classrooms, and equipment in collaboration with other faculty and staff.  

The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the School of Art, the College of Fine Arts, and the University by serving on committees and being active in their discipline’s community. 

Minimum qualifications:  

• Master's degree in art education or related field from an accredited institution by date of appointment.  

• K-12 teaching license  

• One semester of teaching experience at the college level gained concurrently or at any time.

Preferred qualifications:  

• PhD or EdD in art education or related field from an accredited institution by date of appointment. 

• Three years of experience teaching art in K-12 schools. 

• One year of teaching experience at the college level. 

• Ability to teach in a secondary area including, but not limited to, drawing, painting, printmaking, photography, video and new media, sculpture, ceramics, metals + jewelry, glass, graphic design, animation, or art history. 

How to apply:

For inquiries regarding this opportunity, please contact:  

Lara Kuykendall, Director, [email protected]   

  
Please follow upload instructions to attach one PDF of all required supporting documents listed below. NOTE: Do not use the Autofill feature for resume. 

• Cover Letter  

• Curriculum Vitae  

• Sample syllabi for two college-level art education courses 

• Portfolio of 10 to 20 examples of applicant’s creative work (with links to time-based work if applicable). If document size exceeds 10 MB, a link to portfolio may be provided.  

• Portfolio of 10 to 20 examples of student projects (with links to time-based work if applicable). If document size exceeds 10 MB, a link to portfolio may be provided.   

• Contact information (including email addresses) for three professional references  

 

This position is open until filled with a priority consideration date of January 4, 2027. Candidates submitting application materials on or before this date will receive full consideration. 

What we offer:

At Ball State University, we understand the importance of balancing professional responsibilities with personal well-being. That's why we offer 12 paid sick days and 10 holidays a year. Plus, our paid parental leave (6 weeks) is there for life's most significant moments. We offer affordable health and dental insurance, robust long-term disability and life insurance plans, as well a range of retirement benefits to provide financial security to you and your family. These benefits ensure that you can focus on your work and personal growth without worrying about the unexpected.

When you work for us, you are family. And to show our support of your family, we will cover 90 percent of your child's (or children's) undergraduate college tuition at Ball State. This offer is good from the very first day you start. It's just one way we do our part to uplift you.

Let's fly together toward a secure and prosperous tomorrow.

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Relocation Program: MakeMyMove

 

Looking for a place where your career, community, and quality of life can grow together? Muncie and Delaware County offer the advantages of a university community with the accessibility and affordability of a mid-sized city—short commutes, local arts and culture, parks and trails, educational opportunities, healthcare, athletics, and a strong sense of connection.

Through the City of Muncie’s MakeMyMove program, eligible new residents may access relocation incentives, university-related benefits, co-working options, and community-building opportunities designed to help them get settled and connected.

Current benefits for eligible participants may include:

• Up to $5,000 cash for relocation

• Co-working space courtesy of The Innovation Connector
• Access to the Ball State University Library
• One-semester Rec Fit pass at Ball State University
• Discounted Ball State Athletics tickets
• Help desk for connecting to local resources
• Opportunity for board participation
• Six-month YMCA membership

Relocation programs on MakeMyMove have specific eligibility requirements, and benefits may vary by program. Applicants should review the current MakeMyMove page to confirm eligibility, available benefits, and program status.

Ball State’s support for relocation resources and community partnerships aligns with Destination 2040: Our Flight Path, the University’s strategic plan. The plan calls our University to work with community partners to promote talent attraction and retention, foster economic growth in East Central Indiana, and strengthen the economic and social vitality of the communities we serve.

Explore the program and check your eligibility through MakeMyMove.