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Colorado Mesa University
Adjunct Faculty, Lecturer of Art
Grand Junction, CO· National
Pay: $600–$850 USDDeadline: AUG 1, 2026
jobDates: Starts Fall 2026
Who Can Apply: Requires an MA/MFA in art, or a BFA with 10+ years of experience, plus experience teaching 2D art.
The Focus: Teach two in-person, 3-credit-hour, 100-level Two-Dimensional Design classes per semester. The course serves both art majors and the general student body.
Compensation: Compensation is $600-$850 per credit hour, commensurate with education and experience.
Key Requirements: Requires an online application with a cover letter, CV, three professional references, and transcripts.
Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA or equivalent profile in area of practice, plus at least one year of relevant teaching experience.
The Focus: The role involves part-time instructional and academic support for undergraduate and graduate courses within the Department of Art & Design. Successful applicants will teach courses in their demonstrated area of specialization.
Compensation: Compensation is a minimum of $2,777 per credit. Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive benefits package.
Key Requirements: This is a part-time position for the Fall 2026 term. Applicants are required to submit a Resume/CV.
Assistant Professor of Studio Art with a focus in Painting
Middlebury, VT· National
Pay: $91,462 - $103,138 per yearDeadline: OCT 15, 2026
jobDates: Fall 2027
Who Can Apply: Artists with teaching qualifications, notable exhibition record, and active studio practice in painting
The Focus: Full-time tenure-track teaching position in painting and studio art at a liberal arts college
Compensation: $91,462–$103,138 per year with benefits
Key Requirements: Ability to teach traditional painting processes, active studio practice amenable to student participation, three letters of recommendation (two addressing teaching ability), up to 20 images of own work and student work
Who Can Apply: Requires an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in a related field, plus experience or coursework in working with older adults.
The Focus: The role is to teach noncredit painting courses to older adults on a part-time, as-needed basis. This position is part of a hiring pool for future hourly teaching assignments.
Compensation: Hourly rate of $49-$54, depending on educational attainment. This is a part-time, non-exempt position.
Key Requirements: Part-time, as-needed assignments. Applicants must submit a resume/CV and complete transcripts via the online portal.
Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA in Studio Arts, a Master's in Drawing, or a Master's degree with 18 graduate hours in drawing.
The Focus: The role involves teaching drawing courses as a professional educator at San Antonio College. Faculty are responsible for facilitating student learning.
Compensation: Compensation is salaried and depends on the candidate's education level; specific pay rates are not listed.
Key Requirements: This is a part-time, temporary position. Applicants must submit a Resume/CV and transcripts to be considered.
Qualifications: Candidates must have strong writing skills, knowledge of office software, and be eligible to work in the US.
The Role: The intern works with Operations and Marketing staff on public relations, development, and event planning, supporting program execution and fundraising.
Compensation: Compensation includes a $700/month stipend and a private room in on-campus housing.
The Commitment: A 40-hour/week commitment. Application requires a cover letter, resume, references, writing/design samples, and an artist portfolio.
Who Can Apply: Requires a Master’s in fine arts, art, or art history; or a Bachelor's in those fields plus a Master's in humanities.
The Focus: The role involves teaching subjects including Art History, Drawing, Painting, Design, Digital Illustration, and Animation at a community college. Faculty provide instruction according to established curriculum to a diverse student body.
Compensation: Compensation is hourly, with rates from $56.46-$86.44 for lectures, $49.17-$75.26 for labs, and $36.33-$56.69 for activities.
Key Requirements: This is a part-time position with varied hours. Applicants must submit a current resume and transcripts to be considered.
Who Can Apply: Requires a Master’s in fine arts/art/art history, or a Bachelor's in those fields plus a Master's in Humanities. Must have US work authorization.
The Focus: Teach college-level courses in ceramics, sculpture, 3-D design, and wheel-throwing. Responsibilities include curriculum development, student consultation, and maintaining expertise in current technologies.
Compensation: Hourly compensation ranges from $36.33 to $86.44, depending on the type of instruction (lecture, lab, or activity) and the candidate's experience.
Key Requirements: This is a part-time position. Applicants must submit a current resume and transcripts via the college's HR website.
Qualifications: MFA preferred, but equivalent teaching experience and/or professional/industry experience may be accepted.
The Role: This is an adjunct instructor role teaching Introduction to Visual Arts at Schreiner University. Core responsibilities and institutional context are not detailed.
The Commitment: Application requirements are not specified; please contact the organization directly.
Who Can Apply: Requires a terminal degree (MFA/M.Arch), two years of college-level teaching experience, and an active professional and exhibition record.
The Focus: Teach foundation-level studio courses in Color, Drawing, and 3D Design. Responsibilities include mentoring graduate instructors and maintaining studio classrooms.
Compensation: The annual salary for this full-time position is $40,000–$50,000 USD.
Key Requirements: Requires CV, cover letter, research/teaching statements, and portfolios. Position starts August 1, 2026.
Assistant Teaching Professor of Art - Ceramics (One Year Contract)
University Park, PA· National
Deadline: Rolling
jobDuration: 252 daysDates: Fall 2026
Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA in a related field with a focus in ceramics, an ongoing studio practice, and strong communication skills.
The Focus: Responsibilities include teaching three ceramics courses per semester, assisting with studio/kiln oversight, conducting scholarly work, and performing university service.
Compensation: Compensation includes a competitive benefits package with medical/dental/vision coverage, retirement plans, and a 75% tuition discount. Salary not specified.
Key Requirements: This is a full-time, nine-month contract starting Fall 2026. Application requires CV, cover letter, portfolio, and references.
Director, Center for Collaborative Arts and Media (CCAM)
New Haven, CT· National
Pay: $82,000 USDDeadline: Rolling
jobDuration: 11 months each yearDates: late summer/early fall 2026
Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor's degree and six years of related experience, with preferred experience in higher education arts leadership.
The Role: Provide strategic and operational leadership for the Center for Collaborative Arts and Media, supporting collaboration across arts and technology. The Director supervises staff, manages resources, develops programming, and may teach one course per year.
Compensation: Annual salary ranges from $82,000 to $131,500, based on qualifications and experience.
The Commitment: This is a full-time, 11-month, on-site position with a preferred start in late summer/early fall 2026.
Who Can Apply: Requires a Master's degree in Art or a Master's with 18 graduate hours in Arts from a regionally accredited university.
The Focus: The instructor will prepare and deliver art instruction, develop curricula, and assess student learning at the Northwest Campus. This role reports to the campus department instructional leader and works collaboratively with colleagues.
Compensation: Starting annual salary is $64,118.00, commensurate with education and experience. This is a full-time, regular position.
Key Requirements: This is a full-time faculty position. Applicants must provide a portfolio and examples of professional artwork if selected for an interview.
Qualifications: Requires a Master’s degree in Art, Design, or a related field, along with 1-2 years of teaching experience.
The Role: Teach a range of courses in the Art & Design program, including studio art, design, and art history. These are temporary, part-time, term-by-term appointments used to fill instructional needs as they arise.
Compensation: Salary is commensurate with experience and qualifications. This part-time role is not benefits-eligible.
The Commitment: Requires an application form, cover letter, CV, unofficial transcripts, and references. These are temporary, part-time, term-by-term appointments.
Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA or equivalent experience in visual art. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.
The Focus: Responsibilities include teaching studio practice and conceptual visual art courses across various media. The role involves potential leadership and service on university and department committees.
Compensation: Salary is $71,283–$74,222 for Assistant Professor and $84,856–$88,355 for Associate Professor, plus comprehensive benefits.
Key Requirements: Requires a cover letter, CV, teaching philosophy, two syllabi, a professional portfolio, and a student work portfolio.
Qualifications: Requires an MFA/Ph.D. in Studio Arts or related field, or extensive professional experience. ABD-Ph.D. candidates are welcome.
The Role: The role involves teaching the 'ART115S Painting I' undergraduate course, covering basic painting principles and 2D expression. The faculty member will hold office hours and collaborate with the department.
The Commitment: This is a part-time position requiring on-site teaching on Mondays and Wednesdays from 3:00 PM to 4:40 PM.
Part-Time Faculty: Visual Arts/Studio Art Instructor (Pool)
Roseburg, OR
Deadline: Rolling
jobApp Fee: $0
Who Can Apply: Requires an MA or MFA in Visual Art or a specific medium, with prior teaching experience preferred. Must reside in Oregon.
The Focus: Teach first and second-year college-level visual art courses in areas like design, ceramics, drawing, and painting. This is a pooled, part-time faculty position.
Compensation: Salary depends on qualifications. As a part-time position, it may not include the benefits listed for full-time employees.
Key Requirements: Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, a list of three professional references, and unofficial educational transcripts.
Qualifications: Requires a Master's degree in the teaching discipline or a related field with 18 graduate hours in the discipline.
The Role: Teach part-time, non-tenure track visual arts courses at the university. Assignments may include day, evening, or online classes depending on university needs.
The Commitment: This is a part-time position with varied hours. Applicants must submit a curriculum vitae, cover letter, and transcripts.
jobApp Fee: $0Duration: 120 daysDates: Starts August 2026
Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA in a relevant field. College-level teaching experience is highly desirable.
The Focus: Teach one or two undergraduate printmaking courses per semester, from introductory to advanced levels. The role is within the Division of Arts and Humanities at Penn State Abington.
Compensation: See listing
Key Requirements: Part-time, one-semester appointment starting August 2026, with possibility of reappointment. Requires a cover letter and curriculum vitae.
jobDuration: 300 daysDates: Position starts on or after July 25, 2026.
Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA in studio art, university-level teaching experience, and a robust studio practice with an exhibition record.
The Focus: The role involves teaching 100 and 200 level studio art courses on the Norfolk campus. This is a part-time, 10-month appointment with potential for renewal.
Compensation: Compensation not publicly listed; inquire with the employer.
Key Requirements: This is a part-time, in-person position. Requires a cover letter, CV, media portfolio, transcripts, and three professional references.
Adjunct Professor of Art & Art History (Studio Art)
Williamsburg, VA
Deadline: Rolling
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Qualifications: Requires a Master's degree in Studio Art (Drawing/Painting) or equivalent experience. Must be eligible to work in the US.
The Role: Teach foundational drawing and painting courses at the undergraduate or graduate level. Responsibilities include preparing syllabi, delivering instruction, and assessing student learning.
The Commitment: This is a part-time, in-person commitment. Application requires a CV, cover letter, teaching statement, work samples, and references.
Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA in Fine Arts or a related field, such as Ceramics, and experience with studio art instruction.
The Focus: This role involves providing academic instruction and student support for fine arts classes on a semester-by-semester basis. The instructor develops course materials and instructional methods for assigned courses.
Compensation: Compensation is no less than $1,442 per credit hour or workload rate.
Key Requirements: This is a part-time adjunct position hired on a semester basis; instructors must provide their own computer equipment.
Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA in studio art or a related field and at least one year of higher education teaching experience.
The Focus: The role involves teaching courses in studio art, including basic drawing and art history. The faculty member works with the Academic Program Director to ensure program quality and student success.
Compensation: Compensation is an hourly rate between $26.63 and $28.89, commensurate with experience.
Key Requirements: This is a part-time, hybrid role based in San Diego, CA. Applicants must submit a cover letter and CV.
Who Can Apply: MFA preferred, or BFA with relevant experience. Must be able to commute to Portland, ME for in-person instruction.
The Focus: Teach one or more undergraduate courses in Woodworking & Furniture Design, including advanced joinery and construction methods. The role involves providing critique and fostering student development within the department.
Compensation: Pays $4,250–$4,750 per course, per semester, based on experience. This part-time position is not benefits-eligible.
Key Requirements: Requires a CV and portfolio for application. The teaching schedule may include daytime and evening classes.
jobDates: Anticipated Start Date: September 8, 2026
Who Can Apply: Requires a Master's degree in fine arts with preferred teaching experience. Must be eligible to work in the US.
The Focus: Teach an introductory drawing course to community college students. The role involves instructional preparation, content presentation, and student assessment.
Compensation: Compensation is $1,512-$1,826 per credit, based on experience. This is a non-benefited, contract position.
Key Requirements: Requires in-person teaching on Thursday evenings starting Fall 2026. Application requires a resume and cover letter.
Adjunct Faculty - VACA 398 Secondary School Art Methods
Harrisonburg, VA· National
Deadline: Rolling
jobDates: Fall 2026
Who Can Apply: Requires a Master’s in Education, an MFA with high school teaching experience, or a Bachelor’s in Education with similar experience.
The Focus: This role involves teaching the VACA 398 Secondary School Art Methods course in-person. Responsibilities include designing syllabi, lessons, and assessments to meet course objectives.
Compensation: Compensation is contracted per course, with salary determined by the applicant's educational background.
Key Requirements: The appointment begins Fall 2026. Applicants must submit a cover letter, CV, transcripts, and three professional references.
Visiting Assistant Professor of Studio Art in Sculpture and Ceramics
Holland, MI· National
Deadline: Rolling
jobDuration: 365 daysDates: Beginning Fall 2026
Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA degree in studio art. Candidates must demonstrate commitment to the college's Christian liberal arts mission.
The Focus: The role involves teaching basic sculpture and ceramics courses to a mix of students. The position carries a teaching load of three courses per semester.
Compensation: Compensation is not publicly listed, but the full-time position is benefits-eligible. Inquire with the employer for salary details.
Key Requirements: This is a one-year position beginning Fall 2026. Requires a cover letter, CV, transcripts, references, and mission response.
jobApp Fee: $0Duration: 270 daysDates: Starts August 2026
Who Can Apply: Requires a Master's degree with 18+ graduate hours in art/studio art and a background in 3D/ceramics.
The Focus: The role involves teaching ceramics, 3-D design, art appreciation, and art history courses at the college level. The instructor will also teach dual credit classes and participate in committee work.
Compensation: Monthly salary ranges from $5,453 to $6,143 for a nine-month contract, plus a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance.
Key Requirements: This is a full-time, nine-month tenure track position starting August 2026. Applicants must submit a portfolio of personal and student work.
Qualifications: Studio Art (BA and/or MFA). Rank will depend on an applicant’s highest degree earned in Art.
The Role: This is an adjunct faculty position within the College of Arts and Sciences' Department of Art. The role involves teaching responsibilities on the main campus.
The Compensation: Candidates Without a Terminal Degree In Course Subject Area
The Commitment: Application requirements are not specified; please contact the organization directly.
Qualifications: Requires a Bachelor's degree in a relevant field like Art History and a demonstrated interest in textiles and clothing.
The Role: This role assists the curator with collection care, documentation, and research for the Costume and Textiles department. Responsibilities include leading object-based classes and collaborating on exhibitions and acquisitions.
The Commitment: This is a full-time, on-campus position (35 hours/week). A resume and cover letter are required for application.
jobApp Fee: $0Duration: 84 daysDates: September 14, 2026 - December 7, 2026
Who Can Apply: Requires a Bachelor's degree (MFA preferred) or equivalent established professional practice in the area of study.
The Focus: The role involves teaching a 12-week introductory handloom weaving course on the RISD campus. The instructor will guide students in creating patterned and sculptural fabrics.
Compensation: See listing
Key Requirements: Commitment is for 12 weeks on Mondays from 6-9 PM in Providence, RI. Applicants must submit a resume with portfolio link.
Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA in Visual Arts or a related field, plus 1-3 years of teaching experience.
The Focus: The role involves teaching a course on video as a fine art medium, covering narrative, conceptual, and portfolio-focused work. Responsibilities include curriculum development, classroom instruction, and student evaluation.
Compensation: Compensation is not publicly listed; this is a part-time position. Benefits are noted for full-time employees.
Key Requirements: This is a part-time position with an anticipated start date of Fall 2026. Application is via the university's portal.
Assistant Professor of Art and Design (Graphic Design and Interaction Design)
Hayward, CA· National
Pay: $86,628–$89,772 USDDeadline: Rolling
jobDates: Fall 2026
Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA/MDes or similar terminal degree, college-level teaching experience, and an active professional practice in graphic design.
The Focus: Teach 3-4 undergraduate studio courses per semester in graphic and interaction design, with advising and committee responsibilities. Contribute to curriculum development and maintain an active creative/scholarly practice.
Compensation: Anticipated annual salary is $86,628–$89,772 USD, paid monthly. Subject to budgetary authorization.
Key Requirements: Requires a letter of application, vita, unofficial transcripts, and three references. The appointment begins Fall 2026.
Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA in a 3D art discipline, three years experience as a practicing artist, and Ohio residency.
The Focus: Teach a range of 3D art studio courses including Ceramics, 3-D Foundations, and/or Sculpture. This role reports to the Associate Dean.
Compensation: Compensation is a set rate of $942.00 per Equated Semester Unit (ESU).
Key Requirements: This is a part-time position. Applicants must submit an unofficial transcript and any relevant certifications with their application.
Qualifications: Requires an MFA in a studio art discipline or a master's degree with 18 graduate hours in studio art.
The Role: This full-time faculty role involves teaching, curriculum development, and student advising for visual arts programs, reporting to the Department Chair.
Compensation: Compensation includes a comprehensive benefits package with health insurance, retirement, and paid time off; salary is not publicly listed.
The Commitment: This is a full-time, 9-month position starting Fall 2026 in Monroe, NC. A CV and portfolio are required.
Part Time/Adjunct Instructor - Visual Arts Studies (Fall 2026)
Altoona, PA· National
Deadline: Rolling
jobDuration: 105 daysDates: Fall 2026
Who Can Apply: Requires an MFA in Studio Art/Graphic Design or equivalent professional experience. Prior college-level teaching experience is preferred.
The Focus: Teach foundational courses in drawing, printmaking, or graphic design (UX) within a small, student-centered program. Instruction includes technical skill development and conceptual engagement for majors and non-majors.
Compensation: Compensation is commensurate with experience, per university policies. This part-time position does not include benefits.
Key Requirements: A part-time commitment for the Fall 2026 semester. Application requires a cover letter, CV, portfolio, and professional references.