Utah Valley University is hiring: Adjunct Instructor - Art & Design - Illustrati

Position Announcement

Utah Valley University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to teach in the Art & Design department!

Summary of Responsibilities

Under administrative direction from the program coordinator, department chairperson, and dean, the individual shall perform some or all of the following duties:

• Design and teach courses in the field of study.
• Plan, prepare, and follow an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught.
• Prepare instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, mock-ups, visual aids, and instruction sheets) as necessary.
• Instruct, manage, and supervise individuals and groups in classrooms, laboratories, and shops using appropriate teaching methods.
• Evaluate instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods.
• Maintain a student-oriented approach to education.
• Recommend students for advancement and graduation.
• Maintain and submit accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up.
• Coordinate cooperative work experience programs and students as assigned.
• Assist counselors, department chairperson, program coordinator, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
• Improve professionally and maintain currency in the courses taught by reading and utilizing materials found in trade, technical, and professional publications.
• Survey and research industrial and business establishments.
• Obtain and maintain certification and degrees as required.
• Attend professional and specialty courses.
• Keep abreast of new development trends and techniques.
• Be thoroughly familiar with the academic freedom and professional responsibility statement and adhere to these policies.
• Maintain desirable and safe laboratory, shop, and classroom conditions.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor’s degree in the subject matter or a closely related area. In very rare cases, highly significant professional experience will be considered in lieu of a completed degree.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation.
• Extensive knowledge of evaluation of instruction, curriculum development, program development and evaluation.
• Thorough knowledge of appropriate field of study.
• Thorough knowledge of counseling and advising techniques.
• Knowledge of work experience programs (if appropriate for assignment).
• Effective human relations skills and communication techniques.
• Skill in public speaking and report writing.
• Ability to apply effectively general principles to specific conditions.
• Ability to follow written and oral procedures and instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with people.
• Extensive knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught, instructional strategies, and techniques.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant’s qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.