Part Time Instructor Art and Design; POOL

Part Time Instructor Art and Design (POOL)

Position Title:

Part Time Instructor Art and Design (POOL)

Classification

Title:

F3

Open Until Filled:
Yes (POOL - Open for the 2025-26 academic year)

Position Type/Employee Class:
Part-Time Instructor – non-represented and non-benefited.

The Part-Time Instructor provides instruction in Art & Design courses, directs student discussion, and evaluates student performance in the classroom, studio, or lab under the direction of the Program Director and Fine Arts & Communication Department Chair.

• Provide instruction in area of discipline, using approved course outcome guides. Teaching assignments may be during the day (including early morning), evening, or weekend, and could include classes taught at any of the College campuses, online or remotely.
• Adhere to instructional plans which guide student instruction according to established student learning outcomes.
• Hold at least one scheduled office hour per class per week for student help sessions and program assistance.
• Assist with program outreach as needed.
• Cooperate with full-time faculty efforts to revise and standardize curricula for classes within the certificate program.
• Participate in course assessment.
• Attend regular trainings as scheduled by the department or College.
• Utilize College tools and resources, including the Learning Management System and Disability Services software, to support teaching activities as appropriate.
• Perform other essential job functions as assigned that support the overall objective of the position.

• Thorough knowledge in one or more of the emphasis areas as listed in the minimum requirements and demonstrated ability to apply this knowledge.
• Ability to adapt and use a variety of teaching and assessment techniques including the use of technology to enhance student success.
• Ability to observe, direct, and oversee students ensuring safety in the classroom or laboratory.
• Ability to work with and present various curriculum concepts to a wide range of students with varying diverse backgrounds, abilities, and learning styles.
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office suite: various course management systems; technology to teach traditional, hybrid, or online courses; and other technology used in the instruction setting.
• Ability to communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse students, staff, and community members.
• Ability to provide services to students in a manner which does not discriminate as to race, creed, religion, color, national origin, disability, age, sex, sexual preference or marital status.
• Willingness to travel and or teach at various hours and campus locations, as required.
• Ability to foster a collaborative atmosphere among students and the willingness to work as a member of a team with faculty.
• Excellent oral, written and electronic communication skills.

Ability to work in classroom and office environments using computers, white boards, projectors, and other basic office equipment. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.

Education:

• Master’s Degree in the field of primary teaching assignment from an accredited institution; or a minimum of 30 quarter hours (20 semester hours) of graduate credit in academic courses in the field of the primary teaching assignment.

Experience:

• Mastery in one or more of the following emphasis areas: art history, foundational art, drawing, painting, watercolor, printmaking, ceramics, metal arts, graphic design, digital illustration, product design, animation, or game development.
• Extensive art/design experience and evidence of excellence, or promise of excellence, in instruction.

• Visual arts teaching experience.
• Online teaching experience.
• One year experience working as a practicing artist, designer, animator, or game developer.
• Expertise using industry-standard software for digital art/design.

The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment.

Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at  or the Vice President for Student Affairs at .

This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to…