An Art Teacher teaches art skills to elementary, secondary school students, or recreationally. Teaches all aspects of art from basic drawing and color theory to advanced techniques and art history.
Exempt Job Summary The Adjunct Position in Graphic Design will teach 1-2 Graphic Design courses per semester as needed by the department. The successful candidate will demonstrate the ability to create graphic design work and effectively teach students graphic design. The candidate will work with students to develop their skills in the use of industry-standard software, including Adobe Creative Cloud apps and Macintosh platforms, success strategies, and professionalism in the field. Other possible responsibilities may be assigned by the department chair. Essential Job Functions Teaching and related activities.
Minimum and Desired Qualifications Minimum Qualifications:
MFA or 18 hours of graduate study in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field. Minimum of 18 hours of graduate study in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field. Ability to teach all levels of Graphic Design courses (1-2 per semester as needed by the department). Ability to use and teach industry-standard software, including Adobe Creative Cloud apps; knowledge of Macintosh platforms.
Desired Qualifications:
Records of professional and creative accomplishment. Ability to teach digital and traditional media. Ability to teach Intro to Graphic Design, Typography, Brand, and Portfolio One year of teaching experience in courses listed or related courses.
Supplemental Information Key Competencies:
Ability to introduce students to and develop their skills in the use of industry-standard software, including Adobe Creative Cloud apps; knowledge of Macintosh platforms. Ability to teach and mentor students in professionalism in the field.
Physical Requirements:
Able to lift 25 pounds, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings.
Job Conditions:
Indoors, classroom, and/or online instructional settings. Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003. This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information. To apply, please visit https://www.schooljobs.com/careers/lamar/jobs/5324833/adjunct-instructor-graphic-design-dept-of-art-design jeid-9e64d5e126c51f408d93e2ba68eed9fe
