Summary/Objective  

This position provides the instruction and support necessary for the delivery of the visual arts curriculum offered by the university.  The position helps the university adhere to established industry standards in the study of the visual arts, including the studio arts with courses in two-dimensional studies and three-dimensional studies; graphic design; and art education.   

Essential Job Duties

• Perform a minimum workload of 24 total credits per academic year
• Assist in the evaluation and development of curricula
• Regularly assess, provide feedback, and maintain records of student work and abilities
• Advise students in academic and career pursuits
• Serve on committees and in other support roles as assigned
• Maintain office hours as expected
• Attend faculty meetings
• Attend department-sponsored events, including events not directly related to assigned workload and frequent evening events
• Prepare, be punctual and maintain regular attendance for assigned duties and expectations
• Participate in academic events and wear academic regalia as required
• Participate in recruitment activities, including occasional after-hours, occasional Saturdays, and occasional travel off-campus
• Comply with university guidelines regarding faculty duties and requirements
• Set an example of Christian lifestyle for all constituents
• Demonstrate a commitment and adherence to the SBU Principles and Expectations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibility

None

Position Requirements

Required

• A terminal degree in the visual arts (i.e., Master of Fine Arts in studio art, graphic design or other visual arts related discipline) from a regionally accredited university. PhD in visual art related discipline (art history or art theory/philosophy with appropriate number of graduate hours in studio arts or graphic design) may be considered
• Advanced skill in appropriate visual arts discipline (i.e., ceramics, painting, graphic design, installation, video, art theory/philosophy/theology, etc.)
• Demonstrated ability to teach and model professionalism and collegiality in all aspects of content, communication and collaboration
• Professing Christian with an active commitment to the local church

Preferred

• Master of Fine Arts in a visual arts discipline from a regionally accredited university.
• Minimum of 3 years prior teaching experience
• Active membership and participation in appropriate professional organizations
• Commitment to ongoing research and scholarly growth as demonstrated through any of the following: studio and/or professional practice, professional coursework, or scholarly publications.

Work Environment

• Classroom, studio, and various exhibition venues with studio related equipment and tools, including occasional exposure to high decibel levels of sound
• Interaction with individual students in close proximity for diagnosis, demonstration and correction of physical aspects associated with art instruction

Physical Abilities

• Frequently educates students in a classroom, studio, or exhibition venue and is able to communicate accurate information and ideas in these situations
• Frequently demonstrates acute and precise discernment of all visual aspects of art
• Occasionally works with equipment, moves equipment, and prepares areas for students to function and learn in a safe and productive environment

About Southwest Baptist University - Bolivar, MO

Connections working at Southwest Baptist University - Bolivar, MO