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Arts/Humanities Instructors

Our mission statement:
As a federally designated Hispanic-serving institution residing on the traditional homelands of the 14 Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, Yakima Valley College cultivates equity and a culture of innovative and inclusive teaching and learning. Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students' learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways. We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.

Salary: $920 per Instructional Unit Up to 10 IU's/Quarter

Yakima Valley College seeks innovative adjunct Arts/Humanities Instructors committed to community college students and their success. This position is part-time, non-tenure track. Reporting to the Dean – Arts and Sciences, the adjunct Arts/Humanities Instructor will be accomplished and active in their discipline, committed to participating in a multicultural, interdisciplinary learning environment, and skilled in the technology of learning and research.

• Provide instruction in a variety of art courses including Art History, Humanities, Painting, Drawing and Design.
• Provide classroom support for students with a variety of backgrounds and experience levels.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Master of Arts degree (MA) or equivalent degree in art, humanities or related field.
• Minimum of one year teaching experience in studio and/or lecture classes at secondary, college or university level (assistantships included).
• Experience in one or more of the following areas: painting, drawing, digital photography, 2D design, pottery or ceramic sculpture, jewelry metals, art appreciation, art history, humanities.

Desirable

Qualifications:

• Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in studio art or PhD in Humanities.
• One year teaching experience in painting, drawing, digital photography, 2D design, pottery or ceramic sculpture, jewelry metals, art appreciation, art history, and/or humanities.
• Established exhibition record and commitment to studio work.
• Experience using a variety of classroom teaching and assessment methods.
• Experience in developing studio and lecture courses.
• Experience with online, distance or hybrid teaching modes.
• Commitment to participating in an ethnically and culturally diverse college community.

To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete YVC Online Employment Application, and include the following REQUIRED attachments:

• A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted)
• A current resume (a resume will not substitute for the "work experience" section of the online application)
• Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional)
• Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree). The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at time of hire
• Certifications/Credentials as required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications.
• Supplemental Question:
  The college requires a Diversity and Inclusion response as part of its application materials. The statement is found in the supplemental question area of the application. Please respond (NO MORE than two pages in length) in the text box area provided or upload the document to your application as an attachment.

Please note:

Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification. Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above. E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or in lieu of attaching your documents to the online application.