Art, Part-Time Faculty

Art, Part-Time Faculty

The Art Department is seeking a temporary faculty member who can teach sections of Drawing 1 and/or 2D Design.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

Adjunct Professor is typically assigned as needed on a quarterly basis, with no expectation of continued employment beyond the current appointment. Quarterly remuneration for 5-credit lecture class is $6,230.79 - $7,596.75. Compensation is prorated based on type and duration of assignments. Individuals newly hired to Adjunct Professor group at the college are placed at the minimum rate per union bargaining agreement which is $6,230.79.

Hired applicant may receive additional compensation in the form of stipends for additional assignments or participation in certain projects. Generous benefits package for eligible employees is offered through Washington State plans that includes multiple medical, dental, life and disability coverage choices for employees and dependents; choices of retirement and deferred compensation plans; paid personal leave plan; transit program, reduced tuition, employee discounts and memberships, etc.

Eligible employees are faculty who work a combined load of at least 50% at Bellevue College and other Washington State public institutions of higher education for two consecutive quarters are eligible for health and dental insurance at the start of the second consecutive quarter. This position is represented by the Bellevue College Association of Higher Education (BCAHE) union.

About The College

Bellevue College is a diverse student-centered, comprehensive and innovative college, committed to teaching excellence that advances the life-long educational development of its students while strengthening the economic, social and cultural life of its diverse community. Bellevue College is located just 10 miles east of Seattle where we serve a student population of over 54% students of color and over 1,300 international students.

The college promotes student success by providing high-quality, flexible, accessible educational programs and services; advancing pluralism, inclusion and global awareness; and acting as a catalyst and collaborator for a vibrant region.

We strive to create a vibrant and inclusive campus community that supports a diverse student body, faculty and staff. As an essential part of our core themes, diversity, equity and pluralism are promoted and fostered in all aspects of college life. By enriching student life through leadership opportunities, personal learning and cultural experiences, we are committed to building an inclusive and diverse campus community that fosters creativity, innovation and student success.

About the Department

Bellevue College has a small and vibrant Art Department that offers a range of courses in Sculpture, Painting, Printmaking, Drawing, Photography, and Ceramics.

Essential Functions

' Teach sections of Drawing 1 on main campus.

' Teach sections of 2D Design on main campus.

' Manage the Drawing and Design Studio used by instructors' classes.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master of Fine Arts in Drawing, Painting, or Interdisciplinary areas.

• Must be a practicing artist.

• Demonstrated proficiency in observational and figurative drawing.

• Knowledge of contemporary drawing practices and contemporary artists, in particular artists from marginalized communities.

• Ability to incorporate a diverse range of artists into their curriculums

Preferred Qualifications

' Experience teaching at the college level (special consideration will be given to applicants who have worked with pre-college students).

Conditions of Employment

Bellevue College intends to provide a drug-free, healthy, safe, and secure work and educational environment. Each employee is expected to report to work in an appropriate mental and physical condition to perform her/his/their assigned duties.

Bellevue College employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

Sexual Misconduct and Background Check:

Prior to start of employment, finalists(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment…