Adjunct Professor of Art + Design
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Job no: 494165
Work type: Faculty (Part Time or Adjunct)
Location: Marion, IN
Categories: Adjunct Faculty
Job Title: Adjunct Professor of Art + Design
Reporting Relationship: Chair/Dean of Department
Unit: IWU-Marion Campus
Department: Art+Design-IWU Marion
Campus Location: Beard Art Center, Onsite position
Summary of Position: Within Art + Design, adjunct faculty are essential to providing a quality academic experience for Indiana Wesleyan University students. Adjuncts will employ a range of engaging teaching strategies designed to foster student learning and stimulate class discussion. Applicants must have appropriate academic and/or professional experience within the given academic discipline, demonstrate a passion for teaching and learning, and be able to integrate their Christian faith into the classroom content.
Duties and Responsibilities
Attend and lead all required class sessions
Promptly assess student coursework and submit via the university’s learning management system
Coordinate with Division Chair and/or Academic Dean regarding classroom or student issues in a timely manner
Provide input into course curriculum as appropriate
Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.
Education
Candidates will ideally hold a graduate degree in the field of art or design
Substantial professional experience in the subject(s) to be taught may be considered in lieu of a master’s degree
Experience
Candidates must demonstrate a strong record of teaching, scholarship, service, and dedication to the ideals of liberal learning, as well as an educational philosophy based on the centrality of Jesus Christ and the integration of faith and learning
Required Skills
Strong skills of effective communication and pedagogy
Creativity and critical-analytical thinking
Instructional technology
Organization and planning
Time management
Diversity Statement
IWU commits to create a community that reflects kingdom diversity. We will foster an intentional environment that exhibits honor, respect, and dignity. Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member’s earthly and eternal worth. We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement.
LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER
As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).
The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.
Advertised: 01 Nov 2024 US Eastern Daylight Time
Applications close: 01 Jan 2025 US Eastern Standard Time
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