Adjunct Professor - Art Appreciation

Job Title: Adjunct Professor - Art Appreciation

Job Description

Summary:

Responsible to prepare and deliver Art Appreciation coursework, specifically for Early College High School and Dual Credit sections, in engaging, innovative, and discipline-appropriate ways that reflect a commitment to student success and creating an environment that promotes belonging for all and knowledge of the teaching field. Meets professional standards for faculty in accordance with college policies and procedures.

Principal

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Prepare and teach courses in the field of Art Appreciation to a multicultural student population based on the department’s approved course learning outcomes, using a variety of instructional strategies appropriate to community college students and discipline standards.
• Evaluate student progress and provide clear, timely feedback reflecting program learning outcomes and departmental expectations.
• Provide teaching and mentoring services to students in a manner that does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, political affiliation, or other protected categories.
• Remain current in the field through a variety of professional development activities.
• Perform other related tasks as assigned by the department chair, dean, and/or associate vice president, vice president, executive vice president.

Technology:

• Demonstrated proficiency using computer applications, online resources, and other technologies for the classroom. Demonstrated proficiency using an online learning management system such as Blackboard to develop and build course content and perform administrative duties (posting office hours, syllabi, etc.).

Principal Professional Standards:

• Meet deadlines for attendance certification and submission of final course grades.
• Maintain regular office hours to assist students and improve student retention and success.
• Recognize and reflect standards of civility and collegiality in all interactions.
• Comply with published college policies and procedures and meet professional standards for teaching in a community college.
• Appropriate use of the college’s learning management system.

Required

Education:

Educational requirements in accordance with SACSCOC accreditation standards. No substitution for educational requirements.

Other Requirements: Reliable transportation to assigned campuses.

Application Requirements:

Working Conditions:

• Work is routinely performed in a classroom or laboratory setting.
• Subject to standing, walking, sitting, and reaching for extended periods of time.
• Work safely and follow safety rules. Report unsafe working conditions and behavior.
• Take reasonable and prudent actions to prevent others from engaging in unsafe practices.

Number of Openings: 2

Job Posting Close Date: August 31, 2026

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