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 of Art (Painting and Drawing) beginning Fall 2026.

We invite applicants with experience teaching observational drawing and all aspects of painting. This is a one-year, non-tenure-track position for the 2026-2027 academic year, with the possibility of renewal for a second year, contingent upon satisfactory performance and curricular needs. The successful candidate will teach six courses, including 4 sections of Drawing, and 1 section of Painting and 1 section of Advanced Painting. (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.) The Art Department seeks faculty whose teaching interests and instructional approaches reflect an understanding and engagement with the critical dialogue of contemporary practices in painting. There will be opportunities to collaborate in activities at the Fine Arts Center at Colorado College, and in arts-related initiatives and other programs across the Colorado College community.

MFA or equivalent degree and prior teaching experience required. This year-long position is benefits eligible and includes a competitive salary depending upon experience and qualifications.

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 days and is expected to be taught in person. 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.

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 with a focus in Painting; higher education teaching experience

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated ability in teaching observational drawing, painting, and color theory; teaching experience in a liberal arts environment

Application Instructions

• Continuous Recruitment - for full consideration, apply by: 04-03-2026
• For more information, contact department Co-Chair, Scott Johnson (scjohnson@coloradocollege.edu)
  
  You must meet the minimum qualifications to be considered for this position.

Required Documents

Upload ONE PDF with the following items in this order (please do not upload separate documents)
1. Cover letter (max 2 pages) including approach to teaching Painting
2. CV with three references and link to website
3. Two examples of drawing and painting assignments
4. Five images of student work

Optional Documents

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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

Benefits and Wellness Information:

Please refer to our Benefits Page

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 accommodations to support your application or interview process, please contact Human Resources at HR@coloradocollege.edu as early as possible. Positions may close on the listed deadline or, if posted as continuous, may close without prior notice.

E-Verify Information:

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

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.

In alignment with our commitment to reduce potential bias in hiring, applicants may redact any information that discloses their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance/graduation from educational institutions on resumes, certifications, transcripts, or other application materials. There will be no penalties for the omission of such information.