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About Westfield State University: In 1839, Westfield State University was founded on the ideals of Horace Mann who sought to improve society through education. We were the first public education institution without barrier to race, gender or economic class. The spirit of innovative thinking and social responsibility is forged in a curriculum of liberal arts and professional studies contributing to the development of knowledge, skills, and character essential for students to become responsible leaders and engaged citizens.
Westfield State is a highly residential campus with approximately 55% of our 3,100 full-time undergraduate students living on campus. The campus is ideally situated on the edge of the Berkshire Mountains in western Massachusetts just 30 minutes from the thriving cultural centers of Springfield, Northampton, and Amherst with a selection of museums, theater, collegiate and minor league sports, hiking trails, and restaurants. The University is within 1.5 hours of Boston and Albany and within 3 hours of New York City and the Green Mountain range of Vermont.
Thank You for Your Interest in Becoming a Westfield State Community Member You are welcome here. You can advance your career and make a difference here. We invite you to bring your whole self and talents to Westfield State University. The University seeks applicants whose record of teaching, student advising, research, and administration positions them to contribute to the everyday practice of our institutional values.
Our Values Westfield State commits to values that strengthen a common bond among all members of our community and promotes a rich campus environment.
- Embrace Diversity - We treat all members of our community with dignity and respect.
- Maintain Excellence and Integrity - We maintain excellence and integrity in all that we do.
- Collaborate with Each Other - We make decisions in a transparent and collaborative manner.
- Provide Accessible Education - We commit to providing an accessible, affordable public higher education for all.
- Build a Strong Community - We are inclusive and ensure equity, supporting the personal development of all community members, and embracing multiple perspectives.
- Engage the Outside Community - We support civic engagement in local, regional, and global initiatives.
Job Description: The Art Department at Westfield State University seeks applications for part-time instructors. These particular job postings are for an online Animation 3 instructor for Fall 2024, a Printmaking 1 and 2 instructor for Fall 2024-Spring 2025, hybrid or in-person Writing for Art and the Artist instructor for Fall 2024, and an "Open Pool" position for Fall 2024-Spring 2025. The only available openings for Fall 2024 are the positions listed above, but when an opening occurs, the hiring manager will draw from the pool of applicants on file as needed.
The Part-Time Faculty Pool is open to qualified and competent experts, external to the University faculty who possess skills, education and experience in an academic and/or professional area. All part-time faculty are responsible for providing our students with a high-quality learning environment. Responsibilities include instruction in both traditional and non-traditional learning modes; instructional preparation; assessment of student performance, including submission of final grades in a timely fashion; availability to students by appointment when mutually convenient; course syllabus; a limited number of faculty meetings.
General Statement of Duties: The Art Department seeks applications for part-time faculty to teach courses to support our department's mission. We seek applications for part-time faculty in Studio Art and Art History for Fall 2024.
COURSES AVAILABLE FOR FALL 2024: - Animation 3 online
- Printmaking 1, Monday and Wednesday, 11:15 am - 2:15 pm, in-person
- Printmaking 2, Monday and Wednesday, 3:10 - 5:55 pm, in-person
- Writing for Art and the Artist, Tuesday and Thursday, 11:15 am - 12:30 pm, in-person or hybrid
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES: - Teach course(s) in specific discipline
- Responsible for instructional preparation and assessment of student performance
- Provide assistance to students by appointment
Requirements: MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: - An earned Bachelor's Degree in Animation, Illustration, Art History, or Studio Art; an MFA along with collegiate teaching experience preferred.
ADDITIONAL PREFERRED QUALIFICATION: - A demonstrated commitment to promoting domestic diversity and/or global multiculturalism in the curriculum where appropriate.
EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT: Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them for the responsibilities of this position.
Additional Information: Salary: Salaries for current Westfield State University employees and individuals currently working for the state of Massachusetts must be calculated individually in accordance with collective bargaining agreements as well as state policies. State job specifications may be found on the Department of Higher Education's webpage .
Disability Accommodations Westfield State University is committed to the full inclusion of individuals with disabilities and will ensure the availability of reasonable accommodations. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at (413) 572-8809 or visit us in the Horace Mann Building, 1st floor.
Background Check Employment is contingent upon the successful completion and review of a background check. A criminal record will not automatically disqualify an applicant from consideration.
Application Instructions: APPLICANTS TO THESE POOLS WILL NOT HEAR BACK ON THEIR STATUS UNLESS AN OPENING OCCURS AND THE DEPARTMENT CHAIR DECIDES HE/SHE WISHES TO INTERVIEW THAT CANDIDATE TO POSSIBLY FILL THE NEW OPENING
An online application is required . A complete application includes:
- Cover Letter*
- Curriculum vitae
- Unofficial copy of transcripts of highest degree
- Statement of teaching philosophy with areas for continuing scholarship
- Contact information for three reference letter providers**
Notes:
* In your cover letter please include the ways in which you would advance diversity and inclusion in your classroom and at the university.
** Contact information for three reference letter providers should be completed on the reference form. Applicants that are using Interfolio for an existing confidential letter of recommendation should provide the Interfolio based email address (e.g. ref1@interfolio.com).
Application deadline: Review of applications will begin May 2024. The job will remain open until finalists have been selected.
NOTE: If you need assistance completing your application please contact our online Help Desk . The link to the help desk can be found at the top of the page via Contact Us.
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