Part-time Instructor responsibilities include course instruction, course planning and research, course assessment of instructional materials that align with industry standards, developing curriculum for a rapidly evolving and diversified media area that includes courses in digital arts and graphic design. Instructors in the Advertising and Graphic Design curriculum must continually assess their own skills, as well as new technologies most commonly utilized in the industry and by articulated universities. Instructors must be well versed in the theory of graphic design pertaining to contemporary practice.

We are searching for instructors to teach the following courses in fall 2022:

DES 111 Creative Problem Solving
GRD 121 Drawing Fundamentals
GRD 131 Illustration I
GRD 241 Graphic Design III
GRD 282 Design of Copywriting

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Instructional Activities

Follow appropriate course goals and objectives along with evaluation methods that accurately measure student learning
be thoroughly prepared for each instructional responsibility, regardless of setting
maintain an up-to-date syllabus for each course using the approved syllabus template
be present for the entire scheduled instructional times or provide appropriate class coverage plans to the Program Chair and Executive Director in the case of necessary absences
ensure instructional materials comply with Americans Disabilities Act (ADA) guidelines
apply varying teaching methods to ensure concepts are conveyed to students

Related Responsibilities:

complete and submit in a timely manner paperwork such as grade reports, financial forms, class coverage forms and others as necessary for the efficient and effective operation of the College
work with Program Chair or Executive Director to order needed equipment and supplies
comply with College policies and procedures
work cooperatively with faculty, staff and students in a congenial and professional manner
exhibit a commitment to community college education and the concept of a learning-centered, open admissions institution
demonstrated effective and professional written and oral communication skills and organizational skills
commitment to the College’s diversity and inclusion initiatives

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

knowledge or current trends in Advertising and Graphic Design required
excellent communicator (written and verbal communication skills)
excellent organizational and time management skills
student centered
ability to present design information in an understandable format

Demonstration of Teaching Ability:
Each candidate will lead a teaching session during the interview process. The concept(s) will be presented to the candidate in advance of the interview to allow for preparation. The candidate should be competent and able to present a concept in a defined period of time.

Surroundings/Environment:
Standard classroom environment, (indoors with moderate noise)

Physical Effort:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to maintain a stationary position for an extended period; move about the classroom, operate and position computers, as needed; and frequently communicate with students. The employee may occasionally move up to 25 pounds.

Scheduling:
This is a part-time position. Availability for both day and evening coursework on Mitchell Community College’s Statesville campus. Instruction may be face-to-face, hybrid, or online.