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Art History Instructor
Butte-Glenn Community College District


Date Posted Apr. 5, 2024
Title Art History Instructor
University Butte-Glenn Community College District
Oroville, CA, United States
Department
Application Deadline Open until filled
Position Start Date Available immediately
 
 
  • Lecturer/Instructor
  • Fine Arts - Other
    Fine Arts - Visual Arts
 
 

DEPARTMENT OVERVIEW:

The Art History program offers a wide range of courses and learning experiences, housed in a specially designed Arts Building that encourages a conservatory atmosphere. The successful applicant will be expected to provide instruction in the full range of Art History. Courses could include Western, Modern, Asian, African, Oceanic, and Native American survey courses, as well as Art Appreciation. The curriculum is intended to serve majors in Art History and Studio Arts, in addition to general education transfer students. Butte College has a strong commitment to the achievement of diversity, equity, and inclusion among its faculty, staff, and students, and values the rich, diverse backgrounds that make up the campus community. A strong candidate for this position will demonstrate a comprehensive understanding of and experience with successfully supporting individuals with varying backgrounds. This includes persons with disabilities, various gender identities and sexual orientations, as well as individuals from historically underrepresented communities and other groups.

 
POSITION DUTIES:
Under supervision of the Dean of Instruction, the Art History instructor will develop, prepare,
teach, and assess courses that may include general education Art Appreciation and Art History courses, in addition to courses for Art History and Studio Art majors. A successful candidate will demonstrate strong visual analytical skills, strong knowledge of art historical methodology and historiography, and a broad knowledge of world visual culture. We encourage candidates whose teaching would engage the resources and programs on campus such as the Arts Resource Center and Butte College Art Gallery, while possessing the competence and energy required to join a vibrant Art History program; contributing to department initiatives; providing direction, organization, and outreach/recruitment for the long-range development of the Art History Program.

In addition to the responsibilities of the classification description, the specific position is also responsible for:

  • Teaching the full range of Art History courses.
  • Teaching general education courses such as Art Appreciation.
  • Using a variety of methodologies and modes of instruction including the use of a learning management system to provide online course content and interactions and communication with students.
  • Teaching assignments in a variety of instructional settings and times, including evenings, online, or at extended education sites as needed.
  • Working collaboratively within the department and institution to support the needs of the Art History program, participating in curriculum development, program review, leadership in the Art Gallery and Art Resource Center, and in the review and assessment of student learning outcomes and course success rates disaggregated by race/ethnicity and other key demographics to ensure the success of all students.
  • Participating in one’s own professional development as an integral component of the position’s regular responsibilities.
  • Maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position.
  • Maintaining effective relationships with students, peers, staff, and the public.

Butte-Glenn Community College District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, Butte-Glenn Community College District will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Butte-Glenn Community College District encourages both incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.   


 
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