"Part Time Photography Instructor - Continuing Education"

Job Details

Job Title: Part Time Photography Instructor - Continuing Education

Location: UNG-Dahlonega, GA

Regular/Temporary: Regular

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Job ID: 289783

About Us

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus.

Job Summary

The University of North Georgia's Professional and Continuing Education Division is seeking a photography instructor to teach non-credit courses for adult learners. This includes a 4-course series (each 10 hours, in 2.5-hour sessions) and one-day elective workshops (3-6 hours).

Candidates should be experienced in all aspects of photography, current with trends, and able to adapt to varied skill levels. Courses are designed for personal and professional development. Day and evening options available.

Responsibilities

• Develops curriculum for the course including any supplemental material needed.
• Provides students the necessary tools needed to learn or enhance their photography skills.
• Provides a hands-on class environment allowing students of all skill levels the ability to gain new knowledge.
• Determines the interests of students in the class and provides instruction to fit those needs.
• Performs other related duties, as assigned, for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of photography courses.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Must be punctual and dependable.

Required Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED
• Experience as a professional photographer. Instructional experience preferred but not required.

Required Documents to Attach

• Resume
• Cover Letter
• Contact information for three professional references.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at <https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct>.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at <https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653>.

Institutional Values

The University of North Georgia, a regional multi-campus institution and premier senior military college, provides a culture of academic excellence in a student-focused environment that includes quality education, service, research, and creativity. This is accomplished through broad access to comprehensive academic and co-curricular programs that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. The University of North Georgia is a University System of Georgia leadership institution and is The Military College of Georgia. More details on the UNG Mission, Values, Vision, and Culture can be found at <https://ung.edu/about/mission-vision-values.php>

Conditions of Employment

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with the University of North Georgia, as determined by University of North Georgia in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of North Georgia, a unit of the University System of Georgia, is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, sex or national origin, age, disability, religion, genetics or veteran status. Georgia is an open records state. Also, UNG is a federal contractor and desires priority referrals of protected veterans.

Other Information

• This is not a supervisory position.
• This position does not have any financial responsibilities.
• This position will be required to drive.
• This role is considered a position of trust.
• This position does not require a purchasing card (P-Card).
• This position may travel 1% - 24% of the time

Background Check

• Position of Trust