Fy25 - Art Studio Instructor

LOS ANGELES HARBOR COLLEGE

POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

FY25 - STUDIO ART INSTRUCTOR

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Los Angeles Harbor College prides itself on being the college of choice for the nearly 400,000 residents of Carson, Harbor City- , Gardena, Lomita, San Pedro, Wilmington, and the Palos Verdes Peninsula. It is one of nine two-year public community colleges comprising the Los Angeles Community College District. Los Angeles Harbor College serves our diverse community by providing access to associate and transfer degrees, certificates, economic and workforce development, and adult and noncredit instruction. We promote equity, diversity, and student success through academic programs and support services that ensure our students become productive members of a global society. Our educational programs and support services meet the needs of our diverse communities. Harbor College provides a stimulating learning environment that prepares its students for success through program completion and transfer.

DESCRIPTION OF POSITION

Los Angeles Harbor College is hiring a full-time, tenure-track Studio Art Instructor commencing with the 2024-2025 academic year. We are looking for candidates who have the desire and ability to create a welcoming classroom culture that positively engages and impacts our diverse student population.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Master's in Fine Arts, Art, or Art History; OR
• Bacholor's in any of the above AND Master's in Humanities;
• OR The equivalent
• A sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.

(NOTE: "Master's in fine arts" as used here refers to any master's degree in the subject matter of fine arts, which is defined to include visual studio arts such as drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, textiles, and metal and jewelry art; and also, art education and art therapy. It does not refer to the "Master of Fine Arts" (MFA) degree when that degree is based on specialization in performing arts or dance, film, video, photography, creative writing or other non-plastic arts.)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

1.Teach the standard complement of art courses at the community college level (typically a 5-course load per semester).

2.Teach a schedule that can include nights, evenings, weekends, off campus sites, and online classes Abased on student demand and needs.

3.Maintain the minimum required student consultation hours as specified in the Faculty Union contract.

4.Engage in interdisciplinary collaboration with faculty from other departments and divisions.

5.Participate in program review and annual updates to program review.

6.Participate in curricular revision and development.

7.Conduct learning outcomes assessment, based on a variety of assignments and/or other assessment tools of differing formats.

8.Participate with faculty to develop and assess student learning outcomes and use the results to improve teaching and learning.

9.Participate in the development of resources, materials and strategies, including the use of multimedia technology to teach students in a multicultural environment.

10. Serve as a representative at the discipline, division, and campus levels, including serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance and accreditation.

11. Fulfill professional development activities according to institutional and contractual guidelines.

12. Assist in purchasing art materials and maintain the inventory of art materials.

13. Prepare and arrange art materials and art equipment in the classroom for students to use.

14. Deliver lectures to students on art, art techniques and aesthetics.

15. Give drawing and painting demonstrations to students to teach them art techniques.

16. Instruct students in working in different drawing, painting and coloring techniques.

17. Discuss various artistic approaches and traditions.

18. Organize art exhibitions to display the artworks of students.

19. Fulfill other duties as required.

DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS

• Community college teaching experience.

• Experience/background in Studio Art/Art History.

• An excellent academic record that indicates a strong background in Art and related fields.

• Experience/background in online teaching modalities.

• Experience in working with student learning outcomes.

SALARY/BENEFITS:

The selected candidate will be rated into the salary schedule after hiring based upon experience and professional preparation. First year probationary faculty members are rated into a salary range of $72,990 to $135,620 or the 10-month academic year. The doctoral differential is $461 per month. An exceptional benefits package which includes medical, vision, dental and life insurance is available for the employee and eligible dependents.

FILING AN APPLICATION:

Applicants will be required to file the application using web-based software to create an applicant profile account, allowing documents to be saved and uploaded as attachments. Please go to http://www.laccd.edu/Employment/Pages/Academic-Jobs.aspx. For consideration in the selection process, all interested applicants must submit the following:

1.A descriptive, detailed letter of interest that shows how candidate meets the duties. responsibilities AND desirable qualifications for this position.

2.A detailed resume or curriculum vitae.

3.Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts are only required at time of hire).

4.List of 3 references.

• Note: If chosen to interview, candidates will be asked to present their art portfolio to the

selection committee during the interview.*

All required documentation must be filed electronically no later than 4:30p.m. June 27, 2024. Faxed, emailed, or mailed items will not be accepted. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.

All application materials will be screened and a limited number of candidates with qualifications most pertinent to the position will be invited to participate in interviews. A teaching demonstration will be part of the interview process

Questions may be directed to:

Priscilla Lopez, Dean of Academic Affairs

Email: lopezpa@lahc.edu

Employment is contingent upon verification of qualifications. Harbor College reserves the right to modify and/or withdraw this position at any time. Notification regarding the advancement in the selection process will be provided to each applicant.

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT:

Individuals protected by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) may request an accommodation in the selection/interview process with at least three business days' prior notice. Documentation of the need for accommodation may be requested. For more information, please visit LACCD's ADA Compliance website.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY POLICY:

The policy of the Los Angeles Community College District is to implement equal opportunity to all qualified candidates for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, marital status, medical condition (cancer related), sexual orientation, or veteran status (LACCD Board Rule 101301 and Title IX, Section 504 - Employer). Positive action will be taken to ensure that this policy is followed in all personnel practices including recruitment, hiring, placement, upgrading, transfer, demotion, and treatment during employment, rate of pay or other forms of compensation, selection for training, layoff, or termination. A vigorous equal employment opportunity program will be maintained to ensure a diverse work force and to achieve expected representation of qualified members of underrepresented groups through the implementation of specific result-oriented plans and procedures.

Los Angeles Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.