Sobre esta vaga de Studio Arts Lecturer (Part-tme) na University of Maryland
Job Description Summary
Organization's Summary Statement:Each semester resumes for adjunct faculty for the Department of Fine Arts at the University of Maryland Eastern are reviewed as needed. Successful candidates will demonstrate an understanding of the mission and value of an HBCU education, will be an enthusiastic and skillful educator committed to student-centered interactive instruction, inclusivity and diversity. No online courses are offered.
Benefits: UMES offers exciting opportunities for professional growth. Generous benefits include medical, prescription, dental, and accidental death & dismemberment. The medical benefits are subject to subsidy restrictions based upon number of courses taught. Voluntary participation in supplemental retirement accounts (SRAs) to include TIAA, Fidelity, or MSRP-Nationwide; participation in state sponsored MetLife life insurance and/or USM sponsored MetLife life insurance plan; long term disability insurance, and the employee assistance program.
Responsibilities:
•Teach face-to-face courses in drawing, painting, computer graphics, traditional
photography, digital photography, commercial photography, two-dimensional
design, three-dimensional design, water-based media, sculpture, ceramics,
Exploration of the Visual Arts (a lecture class introducing art and art history),
Art History, and Illustration and Graphic Design.
•Provide timely and constructive feedback to students.
•Maintain weekly office hours, answer emails and other communications from
students, faculty and staff in a timely manner.
Required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
•Excellent written and oral communication skills
•Accurately calculate and submit grades by deadline
•Ability to effectively communicate graphic design, illustration and graphic arts
content to students
•Proficiency with Microsoft Office Programs, specifically Word, Excel, and
PowerPoint.
•Proficiency with Canvas or a related Learning Management System.
Physical Demands:
•May require extended periods of standing, bending, sitting at desk.
•May require lifting up to 25 lbs.
•Requires communication with a variety of constituents externally and internally.
•Requires operation of a variety of office equipment.
Preferences:
•Bachelor's degree will be considered with qualifying experience/certifications.
•Two to three years previous teaching experience at the university level.
•Knowledge of relevant computer programs (Microsoft Office Suite, Google
applications, Adobe Creative Cloud applications).
•Must have an active art practice and a public exhibition record going back one
to two years.
•Must have experience using and instructing art appreciation, art history,
photography, and/or other studio art classes.
Additional Information
Required Application Materials: Qualified applicants should submit a cover letter, resume, and the names of three current professional references (current or past supervisor) including e-mail address, and telephone number (current supervisor will not be contacted without the candidate’s prior consent). All applicants must apply using the new online application system. Please visit https://umd.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/UMES to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
Best Consideration Date: N/A
Posting Close Date: N/A
Open Until Filled: Yes
Department
UMES-SESA-Fine ArtsWorker Sub-Type
Faculty Non-Regular (Fixed Term)Salary Range
$3,189EEO Statement
UMES is an EEO/AA employer and will not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of race, age, sex, color, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, marital status, genetic information, or political affiliation. Minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate must be able to show acceptable documentation establishing the right to accept employment in the United States of America without employer sponsorship.
Diversity Statement
The University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) is an equal access, equal opportunity institution fully committed to diversity in education and employment. All students, employees, and the campus community at UMES are valued, respected, and have the opportunity to receive an equitable experience in an inclusive, welcoming environment of openness and appreciation.
Title IX Statement
It is the policy of the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES) to comply with Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, which prohibits discrimination (including sexual harassment and sexual violence) based on sex in the University's educational programs and activities. Title IX also prohibits retaliation for asserting or otherwise participating in claims of sex discriminations or harassment.
