Tenure Track Faculty, Visual Communications & Design Job at Cuyahoga Community C

Tenure Track Faculty, Visual Communications & Design

Department: Visual Communication

Location: Western Campus

Reports To: Associate Dean, Creative Arts

Recruitment Type: External/Internal

Requisition ID: req5615

Employment Type: Full-Time Faculty

Union Position: Union

Work Schedule: Standard College Hours: M-F, 8:30am-5pm

Number of Openings: 1

Job Description:

Teaches a full range of courses in visual communications and design for print, web and interactive media.

* Prepares and delivers lectures to students on various topics in relation to a specific discipline

* Evaluates and grades students' class work, laboratory work, assignments and papers

* Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments and handouts

* Keeps abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, speaking with colleagues and participating in professional conferences

* Maintains student attendance records, grades and other required records

* Initiates, facilitates and moderates classroom discussions

* As needed, advises students on academic and vocational curricula and on career issues

* Plans, evaluates and revises curricula, course content and course materials and methods of instruction

* Compiles, administers and grades examinations

* Collaborates with colleagues to address teaching and research issues

* Maintains regularly scheduled office hours to advise and assist students

* Selects and obtains materials and supplies such as textbooks and laboratory equipment

* Serves on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional polices, department matters and academic issues

* Participates in campus and community events

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Design or related field with at least 18 graduate-level course hours in Visual Communications & Design

* Minimum three years teaching experience

* Ability to teach Digital Illustration, Visual Communication and Interactive Media courses

* Proficiency in communication and presentation

* Proficiency in industry standard design software

* 2 years industry experience

* Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Suite (or equivalent)

* Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for students

* Advanced communication (verbal, written and interpersonal) and organizational skills

* Logic and reasoning skills to identify solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems

* Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population

Preferred Qualifications:

* Master's Degree in a related field

* Online portfolio

* Minimum of 2 years College-level teaching experience and minimum of 2 years' relevant professional work in a visual communication related field

* Experience with graphic foundations, through 2D, 3D, illustration, game design, and emergent technologies

* Experience designing and teaching using a course management system (CMS) such as Blackboard

* Experience teaching/working in a diverse environment

* Membership in local and professional organizations directly related to the field

* Community college teaching experience

Special Note: This is a full-time tenure track faculty opportunity. The selected faculty member hired for this position will be assigned to work on the Western Campus, but could teach at any one of the College's campuses or sites.

Review of applications will begin on October 21, 2024.

The following documents must be attached to your on-line employment application:

Current resume, cover letter, a one-page statement explaining how you promote student learning and achievement, scanned copies of your transcript (original, unofficial, or photocopy) for the required degree and copies of current required licenses/certifications. Please indicate your current name on the transcript if it differs from the name on the transcript. Applicants selected for an interview must provide official transcripts for the required degree at the time of interview. Please note that the required degree must be conferred/completed prior to submission of your application.

Please DO NOT include other transcripts or documents that are not requested, such as letters of reference or past evaluations. Only the transcript and required licenses/certifications will be forwarded to the search committee. No faxed transcripts, licenses, or certifications will be accepted.

Total Compensation & Benefits:

Target Hiring Rate/Salary: $56,460 with B.A. plus 30 semester hours (45 quarter credits) or M.A. degree; Education less than or more than stated will affect minimum salary. This salary reflects a nine (9) month contract period. Faculty can work during summer sessions to earn additional wages.

Includes a comprehensive and flexible benefits package comprised of paid time off, affordable medical/dental/vision plan coverage, disability benefits, life/accidental/critical illness insurance, State Teachers Retirement System and other retirement plan options. Coverage for dependents, spouses and domestic partners also available.

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Affirmative Action Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified and diverse workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.