MURRAY STATE COLLEGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/



MURRAY STATE COLLEGETishomingo, OK 73460Job DescriptionPermanent Part-Time Art InstructorGeneral Description/Primary Purpose:Provide excellent instruction in fine arts on the Tishomingo campus, at the University Center of Southern Oklahoma, and/or other possible sites required by class schedules. Contribute to campus-wide activities by performing other essential functions as listed below.Classification: Permanent Part-time FacultyAcademic Rank: InstructorSalary: Salary commensurate with qualifications, education and experience.Full fringe benefits are included as part of the salary package.Appointment: 10-month appointment – renewable annually.Overview:Murray State College is a small, open-door community college that provides personal growth and professional success opportunities to students of all educational backgrounds. Employees at MSC will flourish in a family-like environment that offers collegiate support and opportunities for advancement. Located in the heart of the Chickasaw Nation, MSC’s service area is comprised of small towns with low cost of living and numerous natural attractions which offer fishing, hiking, and camping. Conveniently located within a two-hour drive of Dallas or Oklahoma City, MSC offers the best of both worlds: small-town life with access to big city offerings.Description of Duties and Tasks:General Job Functions – Instructional Duties:Demonstrate experience and/or willingness to learn and use state-of-the-art technology in the delivery of instruction and other office duties.Demonstrate awareness of and sensitivity to cultural diversity as it impacts curricula and instructional practices and show a willingness to work effectively in a culturally diverse workplace and not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, age, religion, disability, political beliefs, or status as a veteran.Support the mission of the college.Maintain a positive attitude of service toward students, coworkers and others.Participate in community service activities and programs.Promote and support service learning activities.Develop and use assessment of student learning methods in the classroom setting and contribute to campus wide assessment projects.Use appropriate evaluation instruments to measure student progress at specified intervals.Maintain in coordination with other department faculty (adjunct and fulltime) an up-to-date, complete and well-organized syllabus for each course taught as set forth by the Vice President of Academic Affairs. Develop and maintain curricula that appropriately reflect current knowledge in the discipline. Cooperate with departmental faculty in the selection of textbooks and teaching materials.Each course should include a writing component and encourage students to utilize the “Help Center.”Assist in recommending purchases and maintaining an accurate inventory of all equipment and supplies.Assist with recruitment for the Art program.Participate in Professional Development.Perform other duties as may be assigned by supervisors.Carry out assigned duties and responsibilities and duties associated with the annual interscholastic contest.Specific Job Functions – Faculty Member:Teach a minimum of 12 semester credit or equivalent hours in courses that may include humanities, art appreciation and an assorted number of design and studio art classes.Develop and organize at least two to three exhibitions within the academic year.Operate and maintain ceramic kilns and related equipment. Requires a thorough understanding of safety procedures and practices with regard to handling glaze materials and/or operating gas and electrical equipment in the clay studio area.Participate professionally in state and regional Fine Arts societies.Required Knowledge, Skills, and AbilitiesDemonstrate a scholarly level of understanding of all subject matter to be taught.Demonstrate clear and effective communication skills (oral and written).Create and maintain a desirable group climate which enhances student learning and student self-discipline in a classroom that may have as many as forty or more students.Demonstrate ability to present well-organized lectures. Critique, analyze and explain artistic works from a variety of genres and periods.Conduct and promote art criticism and related visual acuity within all studio classes.Possess knowledge/experience with computer graphics and graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suites, etc.Demonstrate a dedication to the teaching function through continual development, use of and assessment of effective teaching materials that utilize multimedia classroom instruction including but not limited to the Internet and Zoom.Demonstrate support of the two-year college’s role in higher education.Upon employment the successful candidate must complete mandatory NIMS (National Incident Management System) training modules IS-100.HE; IS-700.a; through the Department of Homeland Security as directed by MSC administrative staff and campus police. Other Ergonomic Requirements:In performing job functions, some amount of stooping, kneeling, bending, crouching, lifting, walking, carrying, and other movements may be required. All individuals are required to be able to perform these movements without a significant risk of injury, or to otherwise demonstrate or explain how they can perform the essential functions listed above.Qualification Standards:Minimum Educational Qualifications: Master's degree in Art or Art Education and/or related degree, professional experience.Preferred Educational Qualifications:Strong background in two or more studio areas as well as art history and design. Demonstrated experience and/or training in teaching students from a variety of racial and cultural backgrounds.Preferred Experience: Minimum of two years of successful classroom teaching. Professionalism: Members of the Murray State College faculty are expected to demonstrate dedication to teaching and to show professional competence, integrity, and enthusiasm in the performance of all responsibilities.Image: Murray State College employees are expected to maintain a neat, well-groomed, and professional image at all times while performing their responsibilities.Application Process:Applicants must submit the following:Letter of applicationRésuméThree (3) letters of employment recommendation Official transcript(s) requiredMurray State College employment applicationMail or deliver application to:Human Resources OfficeMurray State CollegeOne Murray Campus, Suite AD 211Tishomingo, OK 73460Application Deadline: Position closes when an acceptable candidate is identified.MURRAY STATE COLLEGE IS AN AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERMurray State College, in compliance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Executive Order 11246 as amended, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and other Federal laws and regulations, does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, handicap, or status as a veteran in any of its policies, practices, or procedures. This includes but is not limited to admissions, employment, student financial aid, and educational services.01.18.2021 ................
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