Art Instructor

Art Instructor

Salary

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Location

Main Campus, 2200

E. Red River, Victoria, TX

Job Type

Full Time

Job Number

Division

Instruction

Department

Arts, Humanities, & Social Sciences

Opening Date

05/05/2026

* Description

* Benefits

Position Summary

The Art Department is recruiting for a full-time, nine month tenure track Art Instructor position available August 2026. Instructional areas will include ceramics, 3-D design, art appreciation, and art history as well as teaching dual credit core classes at high school campuses. We are looking for an engaging team player comfortable with traditional, interactive television, and online/hybrid assignments. Class size is usually limited to 35 students.

A successful candidate will compassionately commit to rigor and retention through campus partnerships at the departmental, divisional, and institutional levels. Committee work and other duties will be assigned by the department chair or dean. Teaching assignment may include evening classes.

The minimum earned monthly range for teaching nine months is $5,543.00 to $6,143.00. The annual salary is calculated by using the "earned" monthly x 9 months. The annual salary is paid out over twelve months to determine the paid monthly.

This position is benefits eligible. For more information on Victoria College's excellent benefits package, click the benefits tab.

About Our Institution

Victoria College (VC) is a vital public community college located in Victoria, Texas and has been a respected community partner in the Crossroads region since 1925 and continues to offer quality, affordable educational opportunities to help our students achieve their dreams. VC offers a variety of high-quality associate's degrees and transfer programs, preparing students for success in their chosen fields. The college fosters a close-knit community, serving approximately 7,100 students across diverse backgrounds and learning styles, including full-time, part-time, online, veterans, and adult learners.

VC features five academic divisions:

* Academic Support & Student Success

* Allied Health

* Career & Technical Education

* Arts, Humanities, & Social Sciences

* Science, Mathematics, Engineering, & Physical Education

Additionally, VC offers various programs through the Academy of Lifelong Learning, catering to the educational needs of the community.

Living in the Area

Victoria, a charming city with a population of around 67,000, provides a welcoming and affordable environment. Residents enjoy a variety of benefits, including diverse culinary experiences, a rich cultural scene with museums and art galleries, and ample opportunities for outdoor recreation. Victoria boasts over 50 parks and green spaces, including Riverside Park and Spring Creek Greenway, offering scenic walking and biking trails.

The city is well-connected with regional transportation networks, including Victoria Regional Airport and multiple bus services. Victoria's cost of living is significantly lower than the national average, making it an attractive option for students and families alike.

Duties & Responsibilities

Regular faculty members help students achieve learning outcomes by teaching assigned classes in accordance with established guidelines and policies and participate in advising and committee assignments, other academic and institutional support activities, and supervisory responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Required

* A Master's degree with a minimum of 18 graduate hours in art or studio art. Will consider May 2026 graduates.

* Background in 3D and/or ceramics required.

* Experience with, or willingness to learn, online course development and teaching.

Preferred

Master of Fine Arts Degree with at least 18 graduate studio hours in 3D and/or ceramics

Work Samples

Applicants must include 10-20 samples of their work as well as 10-20 samples of their student's work as part of their application. The samples may be included in a PDF or a web link.

Physical Demands

* Exhibit keyboarding skills.

* Ability to lift and move materials weighing up to twenty pounds.

* Sit or stand for extended periods of time.

* Bend, kneel, reach.

* Utilize telephone system.

The following benefits apply to all full-time positions scheduled to work 30 hours or more each week. These full-time positions are also eligible to participate in our TRS retirement plan.

Victoria College offers an excellent benefit package for eligible employees that includes group insurance as well as a generous amount of paid time off:

Group Insurance

Health insurance

* Full-time employees: 100% VC paid; employee pays 50% for dependents

* Coverage for the new employee/dependents is effective on the 1st of the month following a 60-day waiting period

Optional benefits - available at group rates

* Coverage for the new employee/dependents is effective on the 1st of the month following hire date

* Flexible Spending Accounts - health and dependent care

* Dental

* Vision

* Term Life

* Short and long-term disability

* Accidental death & dismemberment

* As an added…