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Art: Contract Instructor-College Credit

San Diego Community College District

Closing Date: 9/1/2024

Position Number: 000166

Location: San Diego Mesa College

Position Type: Academic

The Position:
Posting Details (Default Section)

Closing Date: 09/01/2024

Open Until Filled: No

Classification Title Art: Contract Instructor-College Credit

Working Title: Contract Instructor-College Credit 2D Studio Artist: Printmaking / Drawing / Design

Location: San Diego Mesa College

Pay Information

Class 1, Step C - Class 6, Step C ($6,933.44- $8,849.03) per month based on the 2024 AFT - College Faculty Tenured-Tenure Track Faculty Salary Schedule.

Initial salary placement for this Assistant Professor is commensurate with required education and related teaching experience as outlined in section A2.1 of the AFT Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and it is non-negotiable.

The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid medical, dental, vision plans, sick leave, and opportunities for professional development. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. Benefits will be provided under the terms of the AFT-Guild, Local 1931 - Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement. Annual Salaries will be recalculated for service less than a full academic year based on Education Code 87815, any required adjustment will be made within the first pay period. Travel reimbursement for interviewees traveling more than 200 miles, one-way, may be paid according to geographic location (see SDCCD Travel Stipend Policy, Rev 7/14/2011). Typically, Assistant Professors earn tenure after 4 years and promote to Associate Professor. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.

Position Equivalent FTE: 1.0 FTE

Job Duration: 10 Months

Position Number: 000166

FLSA Status: Exempt (does not accrue overtime)

Bargaining Unit: AFT/College Faculty

Range: (na)

Position Type: Academic

Department: School of Arts and Languages

The Position

From San Diego Mesa College President Ashanti Hands:

San Diego Mesa College seeks energetic and dedicated candidates to apply for academic positions. The College is committed to academic excellence and diversity, equity, and inclusion among its faculty, classified professionals, staff, and students. As the "Leading College of Equity & Excellence", we take responsibility for equitable outcomes and successful pathways for all of our students.

As the largest college in the San Diego Community College District, the institution enjoys a solid financial standing, state-of-the-art facilities, and a world-class faculty, classified professionals, and staff. For 60 years, Mesa College has been on the leading edge, from offering a Community College Bachelor's Degree, to being a lead California Community College in graduating students with an Advanced Degree for Transfer. We embrace the mission of community colleges and are committed to empowering our students to maximize their potential, leading to healthy and thriving communities.

We are adding new staff, classified professionals, faculty, and administrators who, alongside our stellar colleagues, will lead us into the future. If this opportunity sounds like the right fit for you, I encourage you to file an application for employment.

San Diego Mesa College welcomes applicants for a full time, tenure-track Assistant Professor of Art, specializing in the areas of Printmaking & Drawing, and able to teach other courses across the 2D studio art disciplines.

We are seeking a colleague with expertise in their discipline, as evidenced by academic achievement and professional activity in the field, including an active exhibition record. Candidates should have a vision to develop and expand our 2D program, and an interest in building and sustaining campus and community connections. Artists who love teaching, are student-focused, are committed to equity and inclusion, and who acknowledge and celebrate diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.

The Fine Arts program at San Diego Mesa college offers a wide range of Studio Art and Art History courses in a recently remodeled, state-of-the-art building that includes a professional art gallery, a student gallery, and updated, technologically sophisticated studio facilities.

While the current vacancies exist at Mesa College, applicants should understand that they are subject to assignment at any district facility at the option of the Chancellor.

Major Responsibilities

Teach a full contract load of studio art courses. Manage classroom spaces and equipment. Participate in department administration and committee work as dictated by college & school requirements. Fulfill all contract obligations.

Qualifications

Master's in fine arts, art, or art history OR
Bachelor's in any of the above AND Master's in humanities OR
The equivalent

(NOTE: "Master's in fine arts" as used here refers to any master's degree in the subject matter of fine arts, which is defined to include visual studio arts such as drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, textiles, and metal and jewelry art; and also art education and art therapy. It does not refer to the "Master of Fine Arts" (MFA) degree when that degree is based on specialization in performing arts or dance, film, video, photography, creative writing or other nonplastic arts.)

Desired Qualifications

• An earned terminal M.F.A. degree in Studio Art with a concentration in 2D disciplines.


• Evidence of teaching experience in Printmaking and Drawing, and the potential to teach other 2D classes, possibly including 2-D design, Book Arts, Digital Art or Digital Photography.


• Evidence of a skilled contemporary art practice via an active, professional exhibition record.


• Evidence of an understanding and application of technology in the Studio Art classroom.


• Evidence of an understanding and application of innovative and up-to-date Studio Art Pedagogy.


• Evidence of an ability to supervise and maintain 2D studio spaces and functions, including management of drawing studios, figure model hiring, and printmaking equipment.


• Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

Equivalency: If you do not possess the exact degrees, or higher, listed above or if you anticipate receiving the required degree prior to the start of teaching classes, please complete a Request for Equivalency Form and attach it during the application process.

Foreign Degree: Applicants with foreign degrees from colleges or universities outside of the United States must have their coursework evaluated by a professional association that is a member of the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES) or Academic Credentials Evaluation Institute, INC.(ACEI). A copy of the evaluation must be submitted with your online application.

Licenses/Certificates/Credentials: Commitment to Diversity: All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, faculty and classified professionals.

Working Conditions: Moderate

Special Instructions to Applicants: To ensure full consideration, qualified candidates must submit a complete online application that includes the items listed (extraneous material will not be reviewed). References to resumes or other uploaded documents within the online application will be considered an "incomplete" application; please enter "N/A" if any section does not apply.

1. Complete online application;


2. Curriculum Vitae;


3. Artist's statement (Add to Essay 1 in Applicant Documents);


4. Statement of teaching philosophy (Add to Essay 2 in Applicant Documents);


5. Unofficial Graduate and Undergraduate Transcripts;


6. Cover Letter;


7. A portfolio including 12 images demonstrating your professional artwork (created within the past five years) (Add to Essay 3 in Applicant Documents); AND,


8. Three (3) references included within the online application.


9. Equivalency (required if applicable).


10. Foreign Degree Evaluation (required if applicable).

Important: To ensure consistency and fairness to all candidates, please do not submit materials other than those requested (i.e., personal photo, articles you've written, etc). Please only upload requested documents using respective document name labels. Uploading extraneous materials, unless specifically requested within this posting, may result in your application not being reviewed. Only complete application packets will be forwarded to the committee. 

• Application materials sent via mail, fax, or email will not be accepted.


• Note that correspondence, including interview invitations, will be sent to you via email.


• All inquiries, nominations and applications will be held in the strictest confidence.

Conditions of Employment:

SELECTED CANDIDATE IS REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE FOLLOWING PRIOR TO EMPLOYMENT:

• Submit "official" college transcripts as stated on application (even if a degree is not a requirement for this position);


• Provide a Certificate of Tuberculosis Exam for initial appointment (Note: The certificate must be renewed every 4 years as a condition of continuing employment);


• Have fingerprints taken by a Live Scan computer at the District's expense (Clearance must be received prior to first day of employment);


• Present original documents for proof of eligibility to work in the United States as required by the I9 Employment Eligibility Verification form;


• Attend a new hire processing appointment in People, Culture, and Technology Services located at the District Administrative Offices; AND,


• Employed on an initial contract of one (1) year that is eligible for renewal annually for up to a subsequent one-year period.

EMPLOYMENT AFTER RETIREMENT
If you accept a contract (permanent) position with SDCCD and are a retired annuitant with CalPERS or CalSTRS, you must reinstate from your retirement system. Please reference the CalPERS or CalSTRS website for further information. Additional Information: Please note that an employee may be transferred to any site at the option of the Chancellor.

EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
SDCCD provides a comprehensive fringe benefit package for its full-time academic employees. The District contributes toward the cost of the premium (including dependent coverage) for the medical insurance plan options. Additional benefits include dental, vision, sick leave, vacation and opportunities for professional development. Contract employees become members of the State Teachers' Retirement System (STRS) upon appointment.

Posting Number: AC01059 Indicate budget number(s)

Major Responsibilities:
Teach a full contract load of studio art courses. Manage classroom spaces and equipment. Participate in department administration and committee work as dictated by college & school requirements. Fulfill all contract obligations.

Qualifications:
Masters in fine arts, art, or art history OR
Bachelors in any of the above AND Masters in humanities OR
The equivalent

(NOTE: "Masters in fine arts" as used here refers to any masters degree in the subject matter of fine arts, which is defined to include visual studio arts such as drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, ceramics, textiles, and metal and jewelry art; and also art education and art therapy. It does not refer to the "Master of Fine Arts" (MFA) degree when that degree is based on specialization in performing arts or dance, film, video, photography, creative writing or other nonplastic arts.)

Desired Qualifications:

• An earned terminal M.F.A. degree in Studio Art with a concentration in 2D disciplines.


• Evidence of teaching experience in Printmaking and Drawing, and the potential to teach other 2D classes, possibly including 2-D design, Book Arts, Digital Art or Digital Photography.


• Evidence of a skilled contemporary art practice via an active, professional exhibition record.


• Evidence of an understanding and application of technology in the Studio Art classroom.


• Evidence of an understanding and application of innovative and up-to-date Studio Art Pedagogy.


• Evidence of an ability to supervise and maintain 2D studio spaces and functions, including management of drawing studios, figure model hiring, and printmaking equipment.


• Demonstrated cultural competency, sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.

Licenses:


Pay Information:
Class 1, Step C - Class 6, Step C ($6,933.44- $8,849.03) per month based on the 2024 AFT - College Faculty Tenured-Tenure Track Faculty Salary Schedule.

Initial salary placement for this Assistant Professor is commensurate with required education and related teaching experience as outlined in section A2.1 of the AFT Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement and it is non-negotiable.

The District offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package including employer paid medical, dental, vision plans, sick leave, and opportunities for professional development. This position is FLSA Exempt and may not accrue overtime. Benefits will be provided under the terms of the AFT-Guild, Local 1931 - Faculty Collective Bargaining Agreement. Annual Salaries will be recalculated for service less than a full academic year based on Education Code 87815, any required adjustment will be made within the first pay period. Travel reimbursement for interviewees traveling more than 200 miles, one-way, may be paid according to geographic location (see SDCCD Travel Stipend Policy, Rev 7/14/2011). Typically, Assistant Professors earn tenure after 4 years and promote to Associate Professor. The SDCCD Employment Web Page provides a link to employee collective bargaining agreements and handbooks, and more information about terms and conditions of employment to include salary and benefits.

To apply, visit: https://www.sdccdjobs.com

All applicants must have demonstrated cultural competency and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students and staff.