Job Description: The Department of Visual & Performing Arts at Russell Sage College (sage.edu) seeks applications for teaching positions in the Art + Extended Media BFA program at the rank of Adjunct Instructor. Ideal candidates will have college-level teaching experience with interest and ability to teach drawing, 2D design, 3D design, painting, art history, and/or digital media.Accredited since 1978 by the National Association of Schools of Art and Design (NASAD), Russell Sage College offers numerous creative degrees in visual and performing arts including Art + Extended Media (BFA), Interior + Spatial Design (BFA), Graphic + Media Design (BFA), Expressive Arts in Mental Health (BS), Musical Theatre (BS), and Theatre (BA).Adjunct compensation is currently $900 per credit hour (depending on staffing needs and enrollment)
Requirements: MFA degree in studio art, visual arts, interdisciplinary art, painting, photography, printmaking, or related field. Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary art practices. College-level teaching experience. A substantial record of professional activity is also highly desirable.
Additional Information: RSC offers a dynamic college environment and friendly work atmosphere along with opportunities for tuition waiver, employer matched retirement plan for eligible employees and many other benefits. Visit our Employment Opportunities page for additional available job openings at RSC.Russell Sage College is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, sexual orientation, military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, status as a victim of domestic violence, reproductive health decision making, criminal history, and any other legally protected characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In this regard, opportunities for advancement will be made available without bias. The College is also subject to state and federal laws, supports efforts to attract and retain fully qualified women and other minority group members for faculty and other positions. Russell Sage College will comply with the letter and intent of all State and Federal laws and applicable orders pursuant to Equal Employment Opportunity. Russell Sage College embraces diversity, equity, and inclusion as essential components of a rich intellectual and cultural environment in which all members are given the opportunity to reach their full potential as active participants in our local and global society. Russell Sage College is committed to developing policies and programs to create a campus that supports an optimal learning and working environment for all students, alumnae/i, faculty, administrators, and staff. Please take a look at more information about the diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives at Russell Sage College.
- Applications accepted until position is filled.
- Reports to: Chair of the Visual & Performing Arts department
COVID-19 vaccination is not required, but suggested.
Application Instructions: If you are interested in applying for this position, please submit the following documents by clicking on the APPLY NOW button and follow the steps.
- CV/rsum with three professional references (name, title, phone number, email address)
- 10 examples of professional work (multi-page PDF or website)
- 10 examples of student work (multi-page PDF or website)
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