An Art Therapist directs and coordinates recreational activities for people with disabilities or illness to help them improve their emotional and physical well-being, improve motor skills and increase confidence. Leads activities involving art, crafts, and similar activities. Assists patients with disabilities to learn to use public resources such as parks and public transportation, and integrate in the community. Works with people of all ages, in schools, nursing homes, clinics and other healthcare facilities, or in parks and recreation departments.
Job Details Description As a part of a diverse community of faculty and staff who represent many faith systems and worldviews, Marian University is seeking qualified a Adjunct Faculty Various Disciplines instructors to promote our Catholic Franciscan mission and identity by teaching a variety of disciplines in our College of Arts & Sciences at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities :
Actively engage the Catholic Franciscan mission and identity of Marian University by modeling the Franciscan Sponsorship Values and honoring the legacy of the founding congregation through transformative education, unity in diversity, leadership through service, integrating faith and life, and institutional policies. Collaborate closely with the Center for Academic Success and Engagement, Counseling Center, Campus Security and Support, Dining Services, Student Activities and Orientation, the Exchange, Athletics, Student Health Center and Campus Ministry to connect residents to on-campus resources and provide residents with support. Demonstrate cultural competence in race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity expression, sexual orientation, socioeconomic status, ability, ideology, religion, national origin, and other areas of diversity. Below is a list of the various disciplines we are seeking: Art and Design•Studio Art, Art History, Art Therapy Chemistry Communication Computer Science Counseling•Mental Health & School Criminal Justice Biology Writing English History Global Studies Music Philosophy Psychology Public Health Sociology Social Work Studio Art Theatre Theology World Languages•
Spanish, German, French, ASL Required Qualifications:
Master's degree or eighteen graduate credit hours in the discipline. Previous teaching experience. Must have knowledge of and commitment to the mission of Marian University. Familiarity with Canvas is beneficial. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
For Consideration All Applications Require:
Cover Letter Current resume or CV Contact information of two professional references. The reference contact information must be entered after the application is submitted in the "My Presence" section of the applicant profile. Responses to the supplementary mission & identity questions. Please Review Marian University's Mission & Identity Statement before responding to the supplementary questions on your application: https://www.marian.edu/faith Marian University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All individuals, including minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
