Job Title: Visiting Assistant Professor of Art

Position Status: One-Year Visitor

Academic Rank: Visiting Assistant Professor

Department: Art

Campus Location: Main Campus

Job Summary

The Department of Art at Colorado College invites applications for a one-year Visiting Assistant Professor position in Art who specializes in 2 D Foundations beginning Fall 2025.

The Department of Art at Colorado College announces a one-year teaching position with a focus on foundations teaching in drawing and design. We invite applicants with experience teaching hands on 2D Design, Color Theory, Observational Drawing, and Figure Drawing. This is a one-year, non-tenure-track position for the 2025-2026 academic year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year. The successful candidate will teach six courses, including 2D Design and Drawing, incorporating color theory, figure drawing and print media or painting, into foundations courses. (Please note while there is opportunity to incorporate some technology into foundations courses, Colorado College does not have facilities or staff to support digital design, so successful applications will demonstrate the ability to teach foundations concepts in material based, hands on making classes. MFA or related degree and prior teaching experience required.

Founded in 1874, Colorado College is a nationally recognized, private residential liberal arts college with about 2,500 students. One distinguishing feature of Colorado College is its Block Plan, in which professors teach, and students take, one course at a time. Each block is three and a half weeks long with class every day for approximately 3 hours per day for eighteen contact days and is expected to be taught in person, circumstances permitting. For more information, consult the following link https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/blockplan/. A successful candidate must exhibit potential for excellence in dynamic teaching at a small liberal arts college.

On the College’s Block Plan, faculty teach six out of eight intensive blocks; the successful candidate will teach 5 foundations courses and 1 intermediate course in 2D Design and Drawing. The Art department offers a liberal arts program encompassing studio art, art history, design, and museum studies. The Art Department has resources to support course field trips. This year-long position is benefits eligible and includes a competitive salary depending upon experience and qualifications.

Colorado College actively promotes a dynamic and inclusive environment in which students and employees of diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives can learn and work. Read more about our commitment to Anti-racism, Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging in our “The Strategy for a More Just CC,” a living document that presents a framework to address ten priority areas where antiracism strategies impact all areas of the college, policies, practices, and pedagogies (please see https://www.coloradocollege.edu/offices/adei/strategic-plan.html).

Minimum Qualifications

MFA in studio art or related degree with a focus on design-related practices; higher education teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated ability in teaching observational figure drawing, experience in painting, or print media (printmaking, photography, or collage; experience in a liberal arts environment

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment - for full consideration, apply by: 03-12-2025
• References will be contacted to upload a letter of recommendation when a candidate accepts a Zoom/Phone interview
• Position will be open until filled, but priority will be given to applications received before March 12, 2025
  
  For more information, contact Kate Leonard at kleonard@coloradocollege.edu, Department of Art.
  
  You must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position.

Required Documents

Cover Letter with embedded link to portfolio of artwork (2 page max)
Curriculum Vitae with 3 references (emails listed)
Concise 1 page Teaching Statement
1 Example Syllabus
1 PDF of 20 student projects

Optional Documents

None

Anticipated Hiring Salary Range:

Refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/offices/humanresources/employee-compensation/index.html

Visa Sponsorship Information:

Eligible for J-1 Exchange Visitor Sponsorship

What We Offer:

As part of the total compensation for Staff and Faculty roles, we offer a competitive benefits package including:

-Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
-Retirement plan (403b) where CC contributes 10%, with a mandated 5% employee contribution
-Paid seasonal breaks and holidays (20 days per year)
-Wellness benefits including free access to the fitness center, swimming pool, wellness center, and financial consultants

Accommodation Statement:

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and Colorado College’s policies, if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Colorado College, or if you cannot use the online application system, please contact the Office of Human Resources at (719) 389-6421 or HR@ColoradoCollege.edu

E-Verify Information:

This organization participates in E-Verify. For more information, visit www.e-verify.gov.

Benefit Information:

Please refer to https://mybensite.com/coloradocollege/

Leave Information:

Please refer to https://www.coloradocollege.edu/basics/welcome/leadership/policies/vacation-leave-and-accrual.html

EOE Statement:

Colorado College is committed to equal opportunity for all employees and applicants in all aspects of the employment relationship—including (but not limited to) recruiting, hiring, promotions, compensation, benefits, and access to training—without regard to race, creed, color, caste, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity or gender expression, perceived gender, sexual preferences and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, veteran status, age, genetic information, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.