Contracted Faculty of Practice; Adjunct): Onsite Concordia Academy, PSEO Ceramics

Position Overview

Concordia Academy in Roseville, MN, is seeking experienced candidates to teach one PSEO section of ART 120 Ceramics I to high school students during the Fall 2026 semester. Instructors are expected to demonstrate subject expertise while fostering an environment of active intellectual and creative engagement with students. The PSEO curriculum is provided by the Department of Science at Concordia University, Saint Paul.

ART 120 Ceramics I – This introductory studio course is designed to familiarize beginning students with the fundamental techniques and concepts of contemporary ceramic art. Students will see and also investigate sculptural and vessel forms in clay, along with the relationship of drawing to the creative process. Although significant clay art history and technology will be taught, learning will be assessed primarily through portfolio production and review.

Mondays and Wednesdays or Tuesdays and Thursdays; meeting time is TBD but will be during the traditional school day.

• Pre‑Written Course:
  Yes
• Modality:
  Face‑to‑face at Concordia Academy High School
• # of Credits: 3 Credits
• Total Compensation: $1,250 per credit
• Program/College: PSEO Program, Concordia Academy, Roseville

• Facilitate quality student learning through teaching assigned courses.
• Increase student course engagement by providing a positive and regular presence within the course at least four days per week, engaging students through course activities and ongoing availability to provide student support.
• Provide substantive and timely feedback on course assessments, following academic unit and university guidelines, within the Learning Management System, typically within five business days of the assessments’ due dates.
• Respond to student inquiries typically within 24 hours during business days unless otherwise specified at the college level (48 hours on weekends, with closer monitoring if assignments are due during the weekend or on Monday).
• Work collaboratively in a supportive academic environment, partnering with academic advising, career development, and the academic team to ensure each student has the resources they need to succeed.
• Perform other job‑related duties as assigned.
• Follow university and academic unit policies and procedures.

• Education Required:
  
  Master of Fine Arts degree for the assigned discipline, or commensurate professional experience.
• Education Preferred:
  Master of Fine Arts degree for the assigned discipline, or commensurate professional experience.
• Experience
  
  Required:
  
  Minimum of one year of teaching experience in a related industry. Candidates must demonstrate a motivation to serve students from all backgrounds, ability to work with diverse populations, and readiness to adapt new trends with fresh curriculum and teaching practices.
• Experience Preferred:
  Teaching high‑school level students.
• Additional Certifications/Licensures:
  No certifications required.

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Feel free to contact Cassidy Leininger, cleininger, with any questions.