Part-Time Studio Art Drawing Instructor (Pool

Part-Time Studio Art Drawing Instructor (Pool)

Position Title
- Part-Time Studio Art Drawing Instructor (Pool)

Campus
- Mission College

Position Summary Information

Definition - PART-TIME, ASSOCIATEFACULTYPOOL Applications for Part-Time, Associate Faculty pools are continually accepted (unless otherwise specified) by the District and will be added to the application pool for review by hiring authorities on an as-needed basis. Should you be invited for an interview, you will be contacted by a District representative.

Assignment
- This position is a part-time position as an Associate Instructor. The teaching assignment may require teaching lecture-discussion courses during day, evening or on Saturday and/or in an on-line/distance education format. The assignments are as needed, during Spring, Summer, and/or Fall semesters. This position is represented by the West Valley-Mission Federation of Teachers (WVMFT), AFT
6554.

Work location:

Mission College, Santa Clara, CA

Salary and Benefits
- Salary is based on a percentage of workload, up to a maximum of 67% of a full-time load. Salary is prorated based on an initial hiring salary range of $36,191 – $52,297 per semester; and is based on academic achievement, teaching and related experience.

Minimum Qualifications - 1. Education – Possess any one of the following:
Master's degree in fine arts, art, or art history; OR Bachelor's degree in any of the above AND master's degree in humanities; OR The equivalent of the above. AND 2. Demonstrated ability to effectively work with persons of diverse socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds. (

NOTE:

"Masters in fine arts" as used here refers to any masters degree in the subject matter of fine arts, which is defined to include visual studio arts such as drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, textiles, and metal and jewelry art; and also art education and art therapy. It does not refer to the "Master of Fine Arts,.. (MFA) degree when that degree is based on specialization in performing arts or dance, film, video, photography, creative writing, or other non-plastic arts.)

Desired Qualifications
- The ideal candidate will also demonstrate the following desired qualification(s):
Must have a broad knowledge of tradition and contemporary drawing techniques, and must be proficient in drawing with black and white and color media.

Examples of Duties and Responsibilities
- Instructional duties and assignments may consist of one or more of the following:
Provide instruction for assigned courses. This includes preparation for in-class or on-line/distance education activities, evaluation of students' work, consultation with students outside of class and/or on-line, maintenance of currency in the subjects taught. Maintain accurate class and other records required by the college. Submit, when due, attendance rosters and grade reports. Follow course outlines as filed in the instruction offices.

Maintain office hours each week, at .5 hours per week per section. Observe, support and enforce the regulations, policies and programs of the District and college. Provide each student with a written course syllabus at the beginning of the course, as per instructions in the Faculty Handbook. Refer students to appropriate college sources for information on counseling and other student services.

Assist students by providing advice on requirements for successful achievement in the members' area of expertise. Work cooperatively within the college community. Foster an environment that protects academic freedom within the college community. Foster a positive working environment that is free from harassment, prejudice and/or bias. Demonstrate a respect for the dignity of each individual.