Temporary, Part-Time Art or Art History Instructor - (Unsolicited)
Millersville University of Pennsylvania
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Posted: 08-Aug-24
Location: Millersville, Pennsylvania
Internal Number: 11941
Nature of position : Temporary, part-time
Job Summary/Basic Function:
The Department of Art & Design needs temporary part-time Instructors for courses in Art History, including:
ART 201: History and Aesthetics of Photography
ART 203: Survey of Art History 2
ART 404: Contemporary Art
Temporary, part-time instructor responsible for teaching a variety of topics in Interactive & Graphic Design. In addition, the instructor will write and organize curriculum, prepare lectures and demonstrations, lead discussions, evaluate student performance, grade projects, and submit final grades through MAX.
The purpose of this posting is to generate a pool of qualified faculty. Applications submitted will be reviewed on an as needed basis based on enrollment. Anyone meeting the qualifications may be contacted for an interview and potentially hired when a need exists. In the event that you are interviewed but not immediately hired, your application will remain in the departments pool of qualified faculty.
A complete application will include:
Cover letter describing qualifications for the position.
Current curriculum vitae or professional resume.
Copies of registrar-issued transcripts for all degrees conferred and in progress.
Two letters of professional reference dated within the last 12 months
Incomplete applications will not be considered. Applicants are encouraged to submit their application materials far enough in advance of the closing date to allow time for their references to respond. If you choose to provide additional documentation, please upload these items as optional documents.
Please do not link your application to the position until you have uploaded all of the required documents and any optional documents you want to provide. You will not be able to change the materials submitted or upload any new additional materials, after the application process has been completed and you receive a confirmation number.
Located in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, Millersville University of Pennsylvania is one of the 10 public universities of Pennsylvania's State System of Higher Education. Our pillars of distinction include exceptionally strong student-faculty relationships, numerous programs of distinction, a beautiful campus and vibrant location, and successful job placement for our students. Our students' success, both inside and outside of the classroom, is our highest priority, and we provide numerous opportunities to facilitate their academic, personal, and social growth and development. Almost 70 baccalaureate programs are available for our 6,000 students to find their path.. Approximately one thousand graduate students enroll in 21 master's and three doctoral programs. Our faculty are highly respected in their fields and dedicated to the success of students in the classroom, research labs, and in campus life. Over 66,000 alumni live in all 50 states and in 72 countries around the world. We seek individuals who embrace and value our EPPIIC values of exploration, public mission, professionalism, inclusion, integrity, and compassion.
At Millersville University we are committed to fostering a learning and working environment that promotes diversity to foster a climate of inclusion. EPPIIC values and the principles of Inclusive Excellence are an essential part of the foundation for our learning and working environment. Millersville University is an equal opportunity employer and, in compliance with federal and state laws and university policy, is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, disability, veteran status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Individuals from traditionally underrepresented populations are encouraged to apply.
Evidence of ability to successfully teach diverse student populations.
Excellent oral, written, interpersonal communication skills.
Evidence of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Successful interview.
Successful teaching demonstration.
Successful completion of three background checks .
Preferred Qualifications:
PhD in Art History.
Prior college-level teaching experience.
Essential Functions:
Working Conditions and Physical Effort – (Essential Functions)
Work is normally performed in a typical interior/classroom environment.
Ability to:
sit or stand while teaching.
speak clearly.
communicate via writing exceptionally well
understand verbal communication (read and understand verbal messages).
use construction tools safety.
move to and from campus buildings, offices, classrooms and stage areas.
climb ladders.
stoop or bend to pick things up.
Must be able to lift/pull/push up to 10 pounds without assistance.
lift student paper bundles, small boxes, scene shop equipment and materials.
Must be able to occasionally lift/pull/push heavier items with assistance.
Teach courses face-to-face at the higher education level using lectures, demonstrations, class discussion, using online tools and/or equipment and/or other appropriate tools appropriate modes of education delivery.
Able to record and calculate grades, prepare course outline and syllabus, develop course schedules, engage in the selection of appropriate textbooks and other teaching aids necessary to the delivery of instruction.
Use computer for email, obtain information on websites, prepare class documents, grade papers, submit final grades online and other duties related to teaching and advising students and serving the department, college, university and community.
No or very limited exposure to physical risks.
Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and mouse.
Special Instructions to Applicants:
This position is represented by a labor union and is subject to the terms and conditions of the APSCUF Collective Bargaining Agreement.
Please Note: Class schedule and modality (face-to-face, online, blended, etc.) is set by the dean of the college.
Millersville University is a top-ranked university in the North, with more than 100programs, some of which are uniquely distinctive to the region and nation. We have a strong academic history guided by industry-leading professors. Our faculty members are recognized to be fiercely passionate about their students’ overall success. Our student body is rich in diversity and is known to be enthusiastically driven towards excellence while being socially conscious. Our beautiful 250-acre campus contains classic architecture, mixed with state-of-the-art, energy-saving structures and a historic pond with two resident swans. Access to extraordinary faculty, a historical campus setting and an extremely high job-placement rating are the reasons our alumni rate us as a smart life choice.