Adjunct Teaching Position, Ceramics
St. Edward's University

Job Info

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Adjunct Faculty (Ceramics) Visual Studies Department

St. Edward's University, a nationally ranked, independent Catholic university and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) invites applications for a pool of qualified applicants for future, part-time Adjunct Faculty appointments in Studio Arts: Ceramics in the Department of Visual Studies, beginning Fall 2024. St. Edward's is characterized by its commitment to the Holy Cross educational mission to educate the hearts and minds of a diverse student body that is deeply committed to social justice.

The successful candidate may teach up to nine (9) semester credit hours within the required discipline at on-campus sites as dictated by student demand, hold office hours, and assist students as needed. This position requires face-to-face interactions through a regular schedule of attendance on campus.

St. Edward's University embraces excellence through diversity and especially encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented racial, ethnic, sexual, and gender minority groups. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to supporting a diverse student body.

For consideration, candidate must have:

• Master's degree in Studio Arts.
Previous teaching applied studio art at the collegiate level.

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior experience teaching all levels of wheel throwing and hand-building ceramics.

Essential Responsibilities Include:

Ability to teach undergraduate college ceramic students applied lessons at all levels.Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing.Ability to interact effectively and professionally with the general public.Ability to plan, organize, and prioritize tasks.Ability to work under stress and with pressing timelines.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Other information:

The above job duties may not be performed in every Adjunct Faculty position and might not include all related duties that may be performed.Additional duties may be assigned for studio arts classes.Adjunct Faculty positions are temporary appointments, assigned per semester and on an as-needed basis.These temporary appointments are for the Fall 2024 semesterOther duties as assigned

HOW TO APPLY

Application packages should include a

1. Cover letter
2. A current resume or CV
3. Statement describing your teaching philosophy and approach to working on projects with undergraduate students.
4. Contact information for three references.

ABOUT ST. EDWARD'S UNIVERSITY

Founded in 1885 by the Congregation of Holy Cross, St. Edward's University is a private, Catholic, liberal arts institution of 2,900 undergraduate and 700 graduate students located in Austin, Texas. It is an exciting time to be part of the St. Edward's community as the university increases its global engagement to educate students for the opportunities and challenges of a 21st-century world. SEU is a diverse community that appreciates faculty and students from all backgrounds. Consistent with its Holy Cross heritage, the university maintains a strong commitment to diversity and global initiatives. More information about St. Edward's University may be found at www.stedwards.edu.

Commitment to the Holy Cross Mission St. Edwards University is a diverse community devoted to proactively nurturing a campus-wide culture that promotes and ensures equity, respect, inclusion and safety for all members regardless of race, color, national origin, age, gender, religion, sexual orientation and gender identity, socio-economic background, or physical ability. We are one University that opens our hearts and minds to conversations, to learning and to creating a community that is welcoming of all. Regardless of position, it is expected that each employee will embrace this commitment and demonstrate an attitude of respect toward and acceptance of all members of our community. For more information on our commitment to diversity, please visit our website

https://www.stedwards.edu/about-us/living-our-mission

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: St. Edward's University, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions. We require U.S. citizenship or permanent residency for employment, and we are not offering visa sponsorship at this time.

Background Checks:

A criminal history background check is required for finalist(s) under consideration for this position.

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