Adjunct Instructors of Art and Design

Company: George Fox University - Faculty
Location: Newberg
Posted on: August 7, 2022

Job Description:

Job DescriptionGeorge Fox University announces multiple part-time, adjunct positions in Art and Design with specializations in Graphic Design (web design), Illustration, Art History, and Humanities Visual and Performing Arts Literacy for the semesters Fall 2022 and Spring 2023. Adjunct roles may be renewable for multiple semesters.Courses available:ARTD110 Creative SuiteARTD270 Web DesignARTD461 Illustration IIARTCV Art and Global Culture: Visual Art (multiple sections available) ARTS355 Native American Art ARTS217 Art History Survey from 1450 George Fox University, a Christ-centered community, prepares students spiritually, academically, and professionally to think with clarity, act with integrity, and serve with passion. Our vision is to be the Christian university of choice known for empowering students to achieve exceptional life outcomes. We put students first, with Christ at the center of our work, embracing change in order to improve. As a Christ-centered community, George Fox University values diversity as an essential dimension of God's design for human communities. In seeking to become a more inclusive community, we especially encourage applications from women and candidates from racial and ethnic backgrounds that are underrepresented on our faculty.Program/Department Mission Statement: The Department of Art and Design at George Fox University prepares students for positions of service and leadership by cultivating excellence within the field of art and design. We emphasize the importance of Christ-centered spiritual formation, social responsibility, stewardship, and diverse discourse within the life and professional practice of our students. We promote the broader academic values of inquiry, critical thought, experimentation, and innovation. Our program prepares students to operate professionally within the field of art and design, engages students in critical analysis and response to contemporary visual culture, provides students with professional opportunities to launch their emergent practices, and promotes a programmatic vision to serve our community through the agency and transformational potential of the visual arts.Qualifications

• Terminal degree- MFA or PhD in a relevant field desired. Exceptions will be made for candidates with 3-5 years of industry and or teaching experience.
• A commitment to working with a diverse population of students is essential; demonstrated experience in this area is preferred.
• All applicants must express a personal commitment to Jesus Christ and express their Christian testimony in a local church. In addition, employees agree to live in agreement with the Community Lifestyle Statement and affirm the theological commitments expressed in the Statement of Faith.Application Procedures - kindly apply only through this websiteWhen completing the online application, please upload the following as Word or .pdf documents in the section marked Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae, and Essay Requirement:
  • Curriculum Vitae (CV) PDF only please
  • Digital Portfolio of work (may be submitted as website link)
  • Faith and learning essay* PDF only please*INTEGRATION OF FAITH AND LEARNING ESSAY George Fox University is committed to the idea that one of the primary responsibilities of Christian higher education is to help students develop a uniquely Christian worldview. As teachers and mentors, it is important for George Fox University faculty members to integrate Christian faith and principles in all aspects of their lives. As an essential part of the application process, the University will carefully consider your response to the following: In a one-page essay (about 300 words) describe your personal Christian faith, as well as how your faith informs your teaching, scholarship, and service (including service and leadership in your church and/or in Christian ministries)Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

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