Instructors - Studio Art (Part-time Semester)

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Learn More Position Title Instructors - Studio Art (Part-time Semester) About this Opportunity The School of Art at Ball State University invites applications for part-time instructors to teach a variety of art courses, including 2D Foundations, 3D Foundations, 4D Foundations, drawing, painting, photography, printmaking, ceramics, glass, metals + jewelry, sculpture, and video and new media.
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Successful candidates may be hired to teach between one and three sections, and we offer both online and in-person modalities.
Course development support and pedagogical mentoring will be offered.
Minimum Qualifications Master of Fine Arts (MFA) degree in Studio Art, Design, or related discipline by time of appointment.
One semester of teaching experience at the college level.
Authorization to work in the US Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.
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without employer sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications Engagement with contemporary art practices as an educator, artist, designer, and/or illustrator.
One year of teaching experience at the college level.
Required Certifications/Licensures Pre-Employment Screening Requires successful completion of a background check and education verification.
Position Title(s) Supervised None.
EEO Statement Ball State University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that is strongly and actively committed to diversity within its community.
Women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and protected veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status or any other legally protected status.
Department School of Art:600020 College/Department Information Department Email or Phone Number 765-285-5838, art@bsu.
edu Posting Detail Information Posting Number 202401266F Desired Start Date 08/16/2024 Position End Date Posting Date 04/05/2024 Applications Accepted Through Date 07/04/2024 Open Until Filled No Consideration Date: to ensure full consideration, applications must be received by the date indicated here.
(Applications will continue to be accepted after the full consideration date, until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled.
The closing date is subject to change without notice to applicants.
) Information regarding transcripts The option to upload transcripts is available.
Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU).
Degree verification will be conducted.
Special Instructions Summary Required application materials: Cover letter Curriculum vitae Portfolio of up to 10 images of applicant’s creative work (saved as a single PDF with links to time-based work if applicable).
If document size exceeds 10 MB, a link to portfolio may be provided.
Portfolio of up to 10 images of student projects (saved as a single PDF with links to time-based work if applicable).
If document size exceeds 10 MB, a link to portfolio may be provided.
Contact information (including email addresses) for three professional references.
Information for Applications Requiring a Cover Letter In support of your application for this position, please prepare and submit a cover letter that describes how your qualifications and experiences align with the elements of the position description (or leadership profile).
In your cover letter, please also describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to our University’s enduring values, including inclusiveness, which we define as a commitment ‘to respect and embrace equity, inclusion, and diversity in people, ideas, and opinions.
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