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Adjunct Faculty Teacher Education: Visual Arts Education

@ Indiana Wesleyan University
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Marion, Indiana, United States
OnsitePart Time
Responsibilities:Lead classes, Assess coursework, Coordinate with Chair/Dean
Requirements Summary:Adjunct faculty in Visual Arts Education; requires education degree, certified educator; strong teaching skills and Christian commitment; P-12 visual arts experience; master’s preferred.
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Job Title: Adjunct Faculty Teacher Education: Visual Arts Education


Reporting Relationship: Academic Chair, School of Teacher Education


Department: Education-IWUM


Campus Location: Marion, Indiana





Summary of Position:    Adjunct faculty are essential to providing a quality academic experience for Indiana Wesleyan University students. Visual Arts Education adjunct faculty will employ a range of engaging teaching strategies designed to foster student learning and stimulate class discussion. Applicants must have visual arts content knowledge and art-specific pedagogical experience, demonstrate a passion for teaching and learning and be able to integrate their Christian faith into the classroom content.


Duties and Responsibilities



  • Attend and lead all required class sessions 

  • Promptly assess student coursework and submit via Brightspace (the university’s learning management system) 

  • Coordinate with Division Chair and/or Academic Dean regarding classroom or student issues in a timely manner 


Qualifications: According to Indiana Wesleyan University employment policy all employees must possess a strong Christian commitment and adhere to the standards outlined in the IWU Community Lifestyle Statement.






Education



  • Degree in Education; Master’s degree preferred

  • Certified educator


Experience



  • Significant P-12 Visual Arts classroom teaching experience

  • Prior undergraduate teaching experience preferred


Required Skills



  • Commitment to teaching excellence within a Christ-centered academic community

  • Mature personal faith in Jesus Christ and willingness to embrace the theological and lifestyle commitments of the Wesleyan Church






IWU Kingdom Diversity Statement


IWU, in covenant with God's reconciling work and in accordance with the Biblical principles of our historic Wesleyan tradition, commits to build a community that reflects Kingdom diversity.  We will foster an intentional environment for living, teaching and learning, which exhibits honor, respect, and dignity.  Acknowledging visible or invisible differences, our community authentically values each member's earthly and eternal worth.  We refute ignorance and isolation and embrace deliberate and courageous engagement that exhibits Christ's commandment to love all humankind.






LIMITATIONS AND DISCLAIMER


As a religious educational institution operating under the auspices of The Wesleyan Church, Indiana Wesleyan University is permitted and reserves the right to prefer employees on the basis of religion (42 U.S.C., Sections 2000e-1 and 2000e-2).


The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. Employees will be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties requested by their supervisor in compliance with Federal and State Laws.