"Art - Art Education"

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Department Specific Essential Job Functions:

The art education adjunct teaches two sections of ART 3302 Teaching Art for Children each semester in Fall 25 and Spring 26 in the Department of Art. This class is required for elementary education majors and is open to any student who wishes to fulfill Life Skills in the university core courses.

This course takes an activity-oriented approach to teaching art from early childhood through elementary school, applying diverse teaching strategies within a research-based framework. It explores art tools, media, and hands-on techniques through art-integrated lesson plans and teaching practices.

Qualifications/Experience Required:

A master’s degree from a regionally accredited or internationally recognized institution in art education, elementary education, or art-related fields is required.

Candidates should have excellent art or classroom teaching experience in elementary schools. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills are essential.

Qualifications/Experience Preferred:

Art teaching experiences for K-5 and teaching college-level art education and/or art, are preferred.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Knowledge of subject matter and developmental art stage for children, teaching undergraduate classes.

Physical Demands:

Reasonable accommodations (in accordance with ADA requirements) may be made, upon request, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

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With strong connections throughout the Oklahoma City metro, the University of Central Oklahoma is dedicated to developing in students the confidence to succeed through transformative learning experiences. Central prides itself as a smart investment for success, preparing future leaders in an opportunity-rich environment, with access to more than 200 student organizations and the internship, employment, entertainment and cultural offerings of the rapidly growing Oklahoma City metropolitan area. Founded in 1890 and accredited by the Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools, Central connects its nearly 14,000 students to unmatched value found in 118 undergraduate areas of study and 83 graduate programs from its main campus in Edmond and facilities throughout the metro area.

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