Interior Design Certificate Program Educator

Program Educators For Interior Design Certificate Program

The Office of Professional Advancement is seeking qualified part-time Program Educators for the Interior Design Certificate Program. We are looking for experienced industry professionals who are passionate about teaching, design, and adult education.

Minimum Qualifications

• A master's degree or higher in Interior Design, Architecture, Spatial Design, Fine Arts, or a related field
• A minimum of 10 years of professional industry and/or teaching experience in interior design or related disciplines
• Demonstrated expertise in Sketch Up, AutoCAD, Adobe InDesign, and Space Planning
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English

Preferred qualifications include:

• Experience teaching adult learners in professional, continuing education, or higher education settings
• Knowledge of current interior design trends, materials, and industry standards
• Professional licensure or certifications related to interior design or architecture

Responsibilities

• Delivering engaging and interactive instruction in interior design concepts and applications
• Teaching technical and creative skills related to design software, drafting, rendering, and space planning
• Facilitating hands-on learning activities, projects, and participant assessments
• Providing mentoring, guidance, and constructive feedback to participants
• Maintaining current knowledge of interior design practices, technologies, and industry trends
• Supporting participant professional growth and portfolio development

Additional Requirements

• Reliable internet access and the ability to teach remotely via Zoom
• Strong presentation, facilitation, and organizational skills
• Ability to demonstrate software applications and design processes effectively in an online learning environment

These are part-time staff positions. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis based on instructional needs, and the applicant pool will remain open throughout the academic year.

Please note that appointments and course assignments are contingent upon student enrollment, program needs, and available funding. Final confirmation of teaching assignments may not occur until classes begin. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Interested candidates should complete the online employment application and upload the following materials:

• Cover letter
• Resume or curriculum vitae
• Portfolio or samples of professional work

For additional information, please contact the Division of Continuing and International Education at opa.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.