Adjunct Faculty, Department of Fine Arts

Position Title

Adjunct Faculty – Fine Arts. The role involves teaching Fine Art, Art History, and Art Education courses in-person at Union or Jersey City campuses. The position is non‑tenure track and is filled on an as‑needed basis.

• Teach assigned courses (3 or 4 credit) in-person.
• Provide at least one hour of availability outside the classroom per week for each 3 or 4 credit class; provide an additional 30 minutes of availability for each additional class during the semester.
• Provide at least 30 minutes of availability outside the classroom per week for each course when teaching fewer than three credits.
• Plan lessons, assessments, and instructional materials in accordance with University guidelines.
• Maintain an online presence and use a Learning Management System (LMS).

• Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.) required; otherwise a master’s degree in a related field with teaching experience.
• ABD, Ed.D., Ph.D., or other acceptable doctorate encouraged.
• Proficiency in a Learning Management System is required.
• Teaching experience in fine arts, art history, or art education preferred.

Effective September 2025: $2,100 per credit.

Effective September 2026: $2,225 per credit.

After 13 semesters, an additional $75 per credit.

Benefits include enrollment in a state‑administered retirement plan (when eligible) and eligibility for the Part‑Time State Health Benefits Program for medical and prescription drug coverage.

Submit a cover letter indicating availability for days, evenings or weekends, preferred campus location; resume; and contact information for three professional references. Official transcripts are required before appointment.

Kean University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.