Studio Manager and Visiting Artist of Art + Expanded Practice

Position: Studio Manager and Visiting Artist of Art + Expanded Practice - Cape Cod Community College
Location: West Barnstable

Job Description:

GENERAL STATEMENT OF RESPONSIBILITIES:

Serve as Fall 2026 Visiting Artist of Expanded Practice and/or Visual Arts Studio Manager, with potential to extend contract. Teach one section of ART
113 - Art and Expanded Practice during the Fall Semester (September 8 - December 14, plus Final Exam Period) and manage an active Visual Arts studio/classroom and Open Studio Sessions.

Both the Art and Expanded Practice course and the Open Studio Sessions allow students to explore and expand their existing art practice through self-directed studio work time, dialogue and feedback, and opportunities to explore a range of focused, interdisciplinary studio exercises. The Visiting Artist and Studio Manager position requires a dedicated individual with an in-depth knowledge of interdisciplinary artistic practice, a collaborative and nurturing work approach, and a strong emphasis on sustainable studio practices and material maintenance.

The Visual Art Department is at a moment of exciting visioning and this is a position that has the potential to grow into and with the department.

EXAMPLES OF DUTIES:

Instructor Responsibilities:

* Guide students in developing a strong studio work ethic and to work independently.

* Foster meaningful classroom dialogue, leading by example: encouraging insightful, personal growth-oriented feedback/critique and the use of key art terms.

* Select and develop appropriate materials for each project's requirements.

* Track and assess student progress.

* Maintain appropriate attendance and learner records.

* Post course syllabus on Moodle, the College's Learning Management System.

Studio Manager Responsibilities:

* Maintain two 3-hour open studio sessions per week for students to have free time to work on their art projects and access supplies as needed.

* Track supply closet needs, organize and maintain all studio supplies.

* Mentor students on proper care of materials and studio maintenance skills.

* Assess and maintain functionality of tools, supplies, equipment, and furniture in studios.

* Maintain, uphold, and model good studio habits such as cleanliness, order, responsibility, care for materials, and sustainability.

Requirements:

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

* Master's degree in Visual or Fine Arts or a related field.

* A professional and rigorous visual arts studio practice and portfolio.

* Extensive knowledge of Visual Art and Design media and materials.

* Experience organizing and maintaining an active art studio environment and enforcing safety protocols

* Experience working successfully with a diverse student body.

* A collaborative and interdisciplinary approach to working with students and colleagues.

* Demonstrated pedagogical, communication, and presentation skills.

* Equity and inclusion-minded with experience fostering a learning environment that celebrates the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and racial and ethnic backgrounds present within our college community.

* Unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

ADDITIONAL

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

* A studio and/or teaching practice focusing on expanded practice, emerging fields, and/or interdisciplinary work.

* Experience using Moodle or other Learning Management Systems.

* Experience with sustainable art materials and/or ecological focus.

* Ability to teach additional art courses, such as Drawing I or Art Appreciation.

Equivalency Statement

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as noted above are encouraged to upload a separate statement to define precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training, and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information:

COMPENSATION:

Anticipated starting salary for course instruction - Step I DCE Pay Scale (presently $4,536 for 3-credit course).

Hourly rate of $36.55 (Interval
1) for Studio Manager responsibilities.

Part-time, Non- benefited, MCCC Unit position.

Final date to receive applications:

Immediate need; applications reviewed upon receipt.

Please visit our website ecod.edu for information on Cape Cod Community College.

This appointment is subject to the FY2026 budget appropriations.

Appointment subject to SORI (Sex Offender Registry Information), publicly accessible Massachusetts CORI (Criminal Offender Record Information) and national background checks.

The College cannot consider applicants who do not have unrestricted authorization to work in the United States.

Cape Cod Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, gender identity or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and…