Faculty, Art (Photography and Applied Arts)

Job Description Summary:

Responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of all learning activities in any given course. The instructor must remain current in the discipline area and continually explore teaching methods and strategies to engage learners, organize and plan instructional content that accommodates diverse learning styles, and devise appropriate assessment tools that monitor student learning outcomes. The instructor is also responsible for participating in related activities to include professional development, curriculum design, and other activities that contribute to the department, division, and College. The instructor performs all other duties as directed by the Division Dean, EVP/Provost, or the President or designee.

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Master of Fine Arts in Visual Art or a master's degree in any related field of Art and fifteen (15) graduate-level credits in applied Art.
  • Satisfactory completion of 30 semester hours or more in an accredited doctoral program in Visual Art may, at the discretion of the Vice President, be determined to meet this requirement.
• Minimum of one (1) year of teaching experience, preferably at the college level.
• Experience implementing high-impact teaching practices preferred.

AREA SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to teach across the curriculum in Digital Photography, 2-Dimensional Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Introduction to Computer Graphics, Introduction to Art.
• Extent of college-level teaching experience in Digital Photography Studio Courses.
• Currency in professional discipline through exhibition records, awards and residencies, scholarly presentations, attendance at conventions such as CAA Advancing Art & Design, or specific courses taken for professional development.
• Facility with Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop and Adobe Lightroom.

Job Requirements:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions maybe required. Occasionally the ability to physically move and lift materials 5-25 pounds may be required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.

ACCOMMODATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential job duty. Prince George's Community College provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause undue hardship. Accommodation determinations are made on a case-by-case basis. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Equity, Culture, and Talent (ECT) department.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

• The salary range for full time faculty positions is $53,850 – $75,850 depending on education and experience.
• This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, paid holidays, retirement plans, and health and welfare coverage.