It’s a great time to join Marymount University! We are looking for faculty and staff who are passionate about providing excellent service to ensure ahigh qualitystudent experience and collaborative working environment.
Title
Adjunct Professor, Ceramics
Direct Supervisor
School of Design + Art Director
Status
Part Time, Exempt
Division
Academic Affairs
No. Direct Reports
Target Weekly Hours
Location
Main Campus
Benefits Eligibility
JOB SUMMARY
The School of Design + Art in the College of Business, Innovation, Leadership, and Technology (BILT) at Marymount University invites applications from persons qualified to teach undergraduate Ceramics for hand building and wheel throwing techniques beginning in the fall 2024 semester.
Projects in both courses revolve around traditional vessel construction, and faculty will provide supplementary information regarding contemporary artists, ceramic materials, glazing, and the firing process.
Adjunct faculty will be expected to aid in organizing student work for bisque and glaze firings in a computerized electric kiln, and manage other small tasks associated with studio maintenance.
Please submit a letter of interest describing your academic and professional experiences, a link to current portfolio or website;
a current C.V.; and a list of three professional references where prompted.
MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Teach designated courses, face-to-face, including keeping teaching materials current, interacting with students in discussions and hands-on activities, the continuous grading of assignments, and monitoring student performance through the courses.
Maintain ceramics studio and facilities, including loading and firing electric kilns, and providing clay and other production materials for class.
Coordinate with Fine Arts faculty to maintain material inventory and firing schedules.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
Master of Fine Arts degree is required with a minimum of 18 graduate credits directly related to the teaching field.
Five years of professional experience in the field is preferred.
Experience teaching in higher education or with adult learnings is preferred.
Licenses or Certifications
None
Financial Responsibility
None
Supervision
None
Special Working Conditions
None