Position Title Continuing Studies Instructor
Advertised Salary Salary is commensurate with qualifications.
Posting Number S0001677
Location Kendall College of Art & Design of Ferris State University - Grand Rapids
Number of Positions Available Multiple
FLSA Exempt
Part-time/Full-time Part-time
Position Type Part-Time
Summary of Position For nearly 50 years, the Continuing Studies Program at Kendall College of Art and Design of Ferris State University ( KCAD ) in Grand Rapids, MI has offered non-credit art and design-related courses for youth, adults, and professionals in the community. KCAD Continuing Studies Instructors have the artistic knowledge and real-world experience that will improve their student's skills and the way their students think about their own creative potential.
Current teaching assignments are needed for Summer 2018 in our adult/professional program, and youth day camps for the following: innovation (adult/youth/professional), photography (adult/youth/professional), marketing/branding (professional), robotics, stop motion animation (youth), video game design (youth), fashion illustration (youth), sewing (adult/youth), web coding (youth), STEAM (youth) incorporating science, math, technology, engineering, with art. Instructors must be able to create curriculum for these courses as well as teach.
Posting Date 10/25/2017
Initial Application Review Date 11/20/2017
Closing Date
Open Until Applicants are Selected, Selected for interview, or Position Filled Yes
Special Instructions to Applicants
Required Qualifications
Required Education College course work in, or related to, area of emphasis.
Required Work Experience Expertise in area of emphasis.
Required Licenses and Certifications
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered
Additional Education/Experiences to be Considered Bachelor's or Master's degree in area of emphasis.
K-12 teaching certification or advanced degree in studio art or a closely related field.
Prior teaching experience.
Duties
Duties
Duties Teach appropriate courses as assigned.
Propose or revise course outlines, descriptions, and supply lists as needed.
Maintain awareness of registrations for upcoming courses by checking Xenegrade website.
Participate in program meetings.
Respond to requests from the Continuing Studies Office in a timely manner.
Create new course proposals as needed.
Recruit and retain future Continuing Studies students.
Essential/Marginal Essential
Responsibilities / Skills and Abilities
Responsibilities
Responsibilities Contribute to the KCAD's continuous improvement.
Represent the program in a positive manner to Continuing Studies students.
Maintain effective communication with Continuing Studies Office, students and/or parents.
Follow KCAD's policies in regards to minors on campus and emergency procedures.
Work collaboratively with KCAD faculty and staff as needed.
Communicate with Continuing Studies Office regarding upcoming courses.
Maintain KCAD's reputation in the community.
Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents
- Resume
- Cover Letter
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