Virginia Commonwealth University
VCUarts Adjunct Instructor - Department of Craft/Material Studies
Virginia Commonwealth University - Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23220
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VCUarts Adjunct Instructor - Department Of Craft/Material Studies
The Virginia Commonwealth University School Of The Arts (VCUarts) Department Of Craft And Material Studies Is Establishing A Pool Of Applicants For Possible Adjunct Teaching Positions. The Department Of Craft And Material Studies Will Consult The Adjunct Applicant Pool And Contact Qualified Applicants Whose Credentials Match Our Specific Teaching Needs On An As-Needed Basis. This Pool Will Be Assessed As Adjunct Opportunities Arise. Candidates Must Be Able To Demonstrate An Awareness Of The Diverse Field, Knowledge Of Media Specialization, Particularly In Technical Proficiency; Knowledge Of Or Experience In Implementing A Variety Of Teaching Strategies And The Ability To Teach Effectively At The College Level. Possible Adjunct Opportunities Could Include Teaching One Or More Courses In Any Of The Areas Of Study Offered Within Craft And Material Studies. A Link To Course Descriptions From VCU's Undergraduate Bulletin Can Be Found At
https://bulletin.vcu.edu/azcourses . Adjunct Faculty Are Expected To Be Enthusiastic Ambassadors For The Department Of Craft And Material Studies And Have A Desire To Work With A Student Population From Various Backgrounds And Experiences In A Collaborative And Learning-Centered Community Of Other Adjunct Instructors, Students, Faculty And Staff. Expertise In The Area Of Teaching Specialization Is Highly Desirable. Active Exhibition Record And Previous Teaching Experience At The College Level Is Preferred. -Terminal Degree (Master's In Fine Arts) Is Preferred Or Training And Professional Experience That Equates To A Terminal Degree. -Appropriate Teaching Experience And/Or Strong Oral Presentation And Communication Skills. -Demonstrated Experience Working In And Fostering An Environment Of Respect, Professionalism And Civility With A Population Of Faculty, Staff, And Students From Various Backgrounds And Experiences, Or A Commitment To Do So As A Faculty Member At VCU. To Apply, Please Submit Application Materials Via The VCU Jobs Website. Only Electronic Applications Submitted Via The VCU Jobs Website Will Be Considered. Application Materials Should Include The Following:
Current CV
List Of Three Current References Including Names, Phone Numbers, And Email Addresses (References Will Not Be Contacted Prior To Applicant's Approval).
Portfolio Of Work -- Visual Documentation Of Professional Work (20 Images), And Examples Of Student Work, If Available. (20 Images Max) Due To File Size Limitations, The Portfolio Of Work Should Be Submitted As An Accessible Link In A PDF That Points To A Website Or Cloud Storage (With Access Instructions) To View All Visual Work.
The Virginia Commonwealth University School Of The Arts (VCUarts) Department Of Craft And Material Studies Is Establishing A Pool Of Applicants For Possible Adjunct Teaching Positions. The Department Of Craft And Material Studies Will Consult The Adjunct Applicant Pool And Contact Qualified Applicants Whose Credentials Match Our Specific Teaching Needs On An As-Needed Basis. This Pool Will Be Assessed As Adjunct Opportunities Arise. Candidates Must Be Able To Demonstrate An Awareness Of The Diverse Field, Knowledge Of Media Specialization, Particularly In Technical Proficiency; Knowledge Of Or Experience In Implementing A Variety Of Teaching Strategies And The Ability To Teach Effectively At The College Level. Possible Adjunct Opportunities Could Include Teaching One Or More Courses In Any Of The Areas Of Study Offered Within Craft And Material Studies. A Link To Course Descriptions From VCU's Undergraduate Bulletin Can Be Found At
https://bulletin.vcu.edu/azcourses . Adjunct Faculty Are Expected To Be Enthusiastic Ambassadors For The Department Of Craft And Material Studies And Have A Desire To Work With A Student Population From Various Backgrounds And Experiences In A Collaborative And Learning-Centered Community Of Other Adjunct Instructors, Students, Faculty And Staff. Expertise In The Area Of Teaching Specialization Is Highly Desirable. Active Exhibition Record And Previous Teaching Experience At The College Level Is Preferred. -Terminal Degree (Master's In Fine Arts) Is Preferred Or Training And Professional Experience That Equates To A Terminal Degree. -Appropriate Teaching Experience And/Or Strong Oral Presentation And Communication Skills. -Demonstrated Experience Working In And Fostering An Environment Of Respect, Professionalism And Civility With A Population Of Faculty, Staff, And Students From Various Backgrounds And Experiences, Or A Commitment To Do So As A Faculty Member At VCU. To Apply, Please Submit Application Materials Via The VCU Jobs Website. Only Electronic Applications Submitted Via The VCU Jobs Website Will Be Considered. Application Materials Should Include The Following:
Current CV
List Of Three Current References Including Names, Phone Numbers, And Email Addresses (References Will Not Be Contacted Prior To Applicant's Approval).
Portfolio Of Work -- Visual Documentation Of Professional Work (20 Images), And Examples Of Student Work, If Available. (20 Images Max) Due To File Size Limitations, The Portfolio Of Work Should Be Submitted As An Accessible Link In A PDF That Points To A Website Or Cloud Storage (With Access Instructions) To View All Visual Work.