Visual Art Instructor; 2D – Painting, Drawing, Fundamentals – Sessional Term Certain

Visual Art Instructor (2D – Painting, Drawing, Fundamentals) – Sessional (8.5 Months, Term Certain)

Job posting is open until filled with first review of applications on June 30, 2026.

• Teach six studio courses on campus in Red Deer, Alberta, including:
• Fall 2026
  • ART 1241 / ART 1243:
    Drawing I and II
  • ART 1251:
    Painting I
  • ART 2351 / ART 2353:
    Drawing II and III with supervision of Independent Studies 3rd Year Students embedded in the course
• Winter 2027
  • ART 1251:
    Painting I
  • ART 2351 / ART 2353:
    Drawing II and III with supervision of Independent Studies 3rd Year Students embedded in the course
• Encourage student success in an engaging, supportive environment by being responsive to student needs and ideas
• Combine discipline expertise with evidence‑based teaching to facilitate effective and varied learning experiences
• Engage in continuous professional development and maintain currency in discipline and teaching practice
• Contribute to community engagement and disseminate knowledge that advances the discipline, enhances the reputation of Red Deer Polytechnic, and improves communities

• Required:
  
  BFA in Painting
• Preferred: MFA in Painting
• Knowledge and ability to teach introductory and intermediate Painting, Drawing, and 2D Fundamentals
• Experience in one or more of the following areas is a valuable asset:
  • Contemporary and traditional two‑dimensional media including computer‑aided creation
  • Digital media
  • Graphic design

• Salary commensurate with education and experience
• Alberta Blue Cross extended health and dental plans and a health spending account
• Tuition waiver for Red Deer Polytechnic credit courses for eligible faculty and immediate family members
• Professional development funding opportunities
• Local Authorities Pension Plan (option after required waiting period)
• Paid time off for institution closures between Christmas and New Year general holidays
• Additional 8% of regular salary in lieu of vacation

Red Deer Polytechnic is dedicated to diversity and inclusion. We strongly encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically under‑represented or marginalized, including First Nations, Metis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of Canada, racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2

SLGBTQ+ who meet the qualifications of this position to apply. We are particularly interested in candidates whose diverse experiences and perspectives will enrich our learning environment.

Red Deer Polytechnic fosters an inclusive learning and working environment where everyone can bring their full selves and share their unique talents. We are committed to a merit‑based hiring process and to being responsive to the evolving needs and expectations of our diverse community. Our practices are guided by the Alberta Human Rights Act and support the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada’s Calls to Action.

Red Deer Polytechnic will provide job applicants with accommodations in accordance with the Alberta Human Rights Code. To request an accommodation, please contact pe