Adjunct Professor of Art History

Position Summary

Job Description: The Department of Visual & Performing Arts at York College of Pennsylvania invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor to teach ART 101: Art & Visual Culture, an introductory-level course that explores how visual culture shapes and reflects human experience. ART 101 examines the study and practice of art-making. Students learn about traditional and digital media, build visual literacy skills, and engage with the ethical, political, and social dimensions of visual culture. The course combines art-making, critical interpretation, and discussion of timely issues such as advertising, freedom of expression, censorship, propaganda, and cultural heritage. Students will cultivate both creative problem-solving skills and foundational knowledge through an exploration of art and visual culture. ART 101 fulfills the Arts component of the Disciplinary Perspectives requirement.

Outcome: Successful candidates will teach 2-3 sections of ART 101 in the Fall 2026 semester beginning August 31, 2026 and ending December 7, 2026.

Essential Functions

Adjunct instructors will be responsible for:

• Teach one or more sections of ART 101: Art & Visual Culture, following the departmental syllabus and learning outcomes.
• Design and deliver engaging class sessions that introduce students to key concepts in visual literacy, art history, and contemporary visual culture while integrating both making-based and analytical approaches.
• Evaluate student work fairly and promptly through assignments, discussions, and projects using shared rubrics when applicable.
• Maintain clear communication with students and the department.
• Participate in end-of-the semester assessment.

Experience and Education Required

Candidates must have obtained:

• Master’s or doctoral degree in Art History, Visual Studies, or a related field.
• Experience teaching at the college level or equivalent professional experience in the visual arts.

Required Skills and Qualifications

Candidates must have demonstrated:

• The ability to engage students with diverse backgrounds and learning styles.
• The interest in an inclusive, student-centered pedagogy.
• The potential to integrate project-based learning into a course.