Art Adjunct Assistant Professor

Position Summary

The Los Rios Community College District is seeking qualified candidates for this part-time, temporary ( Adjunct) faculty position.

The adjunct faculty member shall be responsible for the following : teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of an adjunct faculty member.

The Department of Art at America River College is seeking an adjunct faculty member in Art Studio practices with an emphasis on ceramics, 3-D design, and sculpture. This department provides a foundation in art principles and practices and is designed for those interested in transferring to a four-year college or university, and for someone interested in furthering his / her visual arts skills. The assignment will include instruction in art studio with a wide range of 3-D and 2-D studio practice courses. The successful candidate should show evidence of the ability to work in many different 3-D materials including clay and the ability to communicate instructions clearly. The primary assignments for this faculty position are 3-D design, introduction to sculpture, and ceramics with experience firing kilns. The instructor may also be required to teach basic intro to art classes such as 2-D design and drawing and composition.

American River College is committed to employees :

• Actively demonstrating a commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Engaging in self-reflection and continuous improvement regarding individuals and their cultural competence.
• Exercising responsibility and accountability for actions.
• Viewing students, ALL students, as equally capable and worthy of our care, time and energy.
• Demonstrating appreciation and respect for others' perspectives and lived experiences.

Position Salary Information :

Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper / graduate level units earned, and / or related professional occupation al experience per the Los Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 1). For more information on the step placement process, please click here .

Typical Duties

The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching the following courses :

To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage for the specific campus :

Minimum Qualifications

NOTE : "Master's in fine arts" as used here refers to any master's degree in the subject matter of fine arts, which is defined to include visual studio arts such as drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, textiles, and metal and jewelry art; and also, art education and art therapy. It does not refer to the "Master of Fine Arts" (MFA) degree when that degree is based on specialization in performing arts or dance, film, creative writing or other non plastic arts.

For more information about this discipline, please refer to the Minimum Qualifications for Faculty and Administrators in California Community Colleges.

Application Instructions

Before You Apply :

Follow the steps below to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Applicants not following the guidelines below may be disqualified. Do not submit additional materials not requested.

Required Application Documents :

Applicants must attach the following :

Minimum Qualification Requirements :

Example : If a master's in Psychology is required but your transcript lists Counseling Psychology, and that title is not listed in the Minimum Qualifications, an Equivalency Determination Request Form must be submit.

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