PT Visual Arts Instructor

Adjunct Faculty Position

Employer:

Cape Fear Community College

Salary: $35.85 Hourly

Location:

Multiple Campuses, NC

Job Type: Adjunct Faculty

Division:
University Transfer and Partnerships

Department:
Art

Opening Date: 06/01/2026

Closing Date: 7/31/2026 at 12:00 AM Eastern Time (US & Canada)

Definition:
Deliver classroom instruction to college students through diverse methods, including lectures, demonstrations, laboratory/studio exercises, handouts, interactive Q&A sessions, and assessments. The teaching load encompasses a variety of 2-D Media Art courses, such as Drawing, 2-D Design, Painting, and Art Appreciation, aligned with the AFA-Visual Arts program. Supervision Received and Exercised:
Receives direct supervision and/or technical direction from the program director and department chair. Exercises no supervision.

Essential and Other Important Functions Statements: Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Deliver classroom and studio/laboratory instruction to students. Design lesson plans and organize classroom activities effectively. Create and prepare supplementary materials to enhance textbook lessons. Develop and administer assessments to evaluate student performance. Maintain accurate grade records for individual student scores. Deliver classroom demonstrations focusing on materials, techniques, and the essential aspects of the 2-D media discipline. Design studio/laboratory assignments that provide hands-on experience where appropriate.

Maintain precise records of student attendance and performance. Manage and monitor material and supply inventories for the course(s) taught. Ensure all required paperwork is completed promptly and accurately, including (but not limited to): class rosters, registration forms, pay sheets, attendance forms, and grade rosters. Other Important Functions: Maintain punctuality and professionalism at all times. Foster and support a friendly and collaborative working environment.

Work in coordination with other faculty members to manage shared facility areas and supplies effectively. Evaluate the relevancy and impact of various lessons, suggesting improvements where necessary. Supervise and engage in field studies and assignments; accompany students on trips to provide guidance and instruction as needed. Carry out other duties and responsibilities as assigned. Safety Duties:
Remain alert to safety aspects of studio material and equipment. Provide assistance to students in handling materials and equipment during courses to ensure safe practices.

Knowledge of:

• Classroom and laboratory instructional techniques and procedures
• Principles and procedures of academic and instructional techniques and procedures
• Current trends, research and development in the area of assignment
• Principles and techniques involved in test development and administration

Ability To:

• Interpret and apply College goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulations
• Communicate clearly and respectfully, both orally and in writing
• Establish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of work
• Maintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:
  • Making observations
  • Reading and writing
  • Communicating with others
  • Operating assigned equipment
  • Handling varied tasks simultaneously
• Maintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which include the following:
  • Standing or sitting for extended periods of time
  • Operating assigned equipment
  • Handling varied tasks simultaneously
  • Bending, stooping, climbing or lifting up to 50 pounds
• Maintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of:
  • Making sound decisions
  • Responding to questions
  • Demonstrating intellectual capabilities.

Experience and Training Guidelines:

Minimum Education/Training:

• A Master's degree in Art or a Master's degree and at least 18 graduate semester hours in Art from a regionally accredited college or university.
• Specialization in 2-D Media Art

Minimum Experience:

• Specialization in 2-D Media Art

Preferred…