Salary: $75,998.00 – $83,956.00 Annually
Location : Grandview, WA
Job Type: Faculty
Job Number: 23-046
Division: Arts and Sciences
Opening Date: 07/11/2023
Closing Date: 8/9/2023 11:00 PM Pacific
Description
Are you passionate about increasing student success in Art? Do you want to work side by side with colleagues who are leading the conversation on increasing retention and completion? If these questions resonate with you, then we invite you to consider joining the faculty at Yakima Valley College (YVC), a designated Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) that is located on the ancestral homelands and traditional territories of the people of the Yakama Nation.
Yakima Valley College is one of the oldest community colleges in the state of Washington. Founded in 1928, the college has a long tradition of quality in teaching and in its commitment to students.
Our Mission Statement:
As a federally designated Hispanic-serving Institution residing on the traditional homelands of the 14 Confederated Tribes and Bands of the Yakama Nation, Yakima Valley College cultivates equity and a culture of innovative and inclusive teaching and learning.
Yakima Valley College serves all students holistically, supports all students’ learning goals, and fosters achievement within career and educational pathways.
We strengthen our communities by providing opportunities for personal enrichment, economic mobility, and sociocultural engagement.
Yakima Valley College seeks an innovative Art Instructor committed to community college students and their success. This position is full-time, non-tenure track. We are an innovative and equity-focused college, dedicated to helping our students achieve their academic and personal goals. All applicants must be able to exhibit a sensitivity to and an understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation and ethnic backgrounds of YVC students, faculty and staff. The successful applicant will demonstrate how these factors underscore a shared responsibility to develop equity-minded practices within an educational environment. All faculty are engaged in the assessment of college goals and purposes. The Art Instructor reports to the Dean of Arts and Sciences.
The successful applicant will demonstrate how these factors underscore a shared responsibility to develop equity-minded practices within an educational environment.
This is a full-time, special faculty (non-tenure track) position, with an anticipated start date of September 2023.
Essential Tasks
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Master of Arts Degree (MA) in 2-dimensional arts.
- Minimum of one-year teaching experience in studio and lecture classes at secondary, college or university level (assistantships included).
- Demonstrated ability to implement curriculum and deliver instruction in multiple modes of instruction (online, hybrid, and face-to-face)
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Community college teaching experience.
- Master of Fine Arts (MFA) in drawing and painting.
- One or more years teaching experience in drawing and painting classes, art appreciation and foundation design classes at the secondary, college or university level.
- Established exhibition record and commitment to studio work.
- Experience using a variety of classroom teaching and assessment methods.
- Experience in developing studio and lecture courses.
- Commitment to participating in an ethnically and culturally diverse college community.
- Experience using computer technologies in a classroom setting.
Qualifications
Essential Tasks:
- Instruction of Drawing, Painting, Printmaking, foundation Design as well as Independent Study classes
- Incorporate student-centered teaching methods that support successful learning appropriate to the student population at Yakima Valley College
- Create an equitable environment conducive to meeting students’ learning needs
- Participation in college-wide registration and advising
- Effective and full use of the designated class time
- Preparation and maintenance of studio materials and equipment
- Assist in the development of course schedules and outlines
- Maintenance of regular office hours
- Guest lecturing as coordinated
- Work with and help coordinate part time faculty
- Assist with annual student and faculty exhibition
- Assist with ordering materials and supplies for classes and with maintenance of studios.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- Knowledge of current and effective pedagogical techniques
ABILITY TO:
- Demonstrate dedication to students by creating an equitable environment conducive to meeting students’ learning needs.
- Teach a variety of courses in Art
- Demonstrate Commitment to upgrade knowledge and skills in order to maintain relevant curriculum.
- Demonstrate enthusiasm for using and learning new technologies to support student success.
- Provide student-centered academic advising within YVC’s Guided Pathways model.
- Serve on institutional and community committees, including advisory and K-12 partnership committees.
Supplemental Information
Application Instructions:
To apply for this position you MUST submit a complete YVC Online Employment Application, and include the following REQUIRED attachments:
A cover letter describing how you meet the qualifications of this position (a generic cover letter will not be accepted)
A current resume ( a resume will not substitute for the “work experience” section of the online application)
Three (3) professional references (personal references do not count as professional) Unofficial transcripts for confirmation of degree (if minimum qualifications require a degree). The successful candidate will be required to submit official transcripts at time of hire
Certifications/Credentials as required for fulfillment of the minimum qualifications
Please note: Failure to follow the above application instructions will lead to disqualification Please do not include any attachments other than the ones requested above. E-mailed documents will not be accepted after the closing of the recruitment or in lieu of attaching your documents to the online application.
Those applicants invited to interview may be required to complete a skills test.
Candidates may be subject to a Criminal History Background Check as a condition for consideration of employment
“In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification from upon hire.”
Yakima Valley College does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, national origin, disability, sex, genetic information, or age in admission, treatment, or participation in its programs, services and activities, or in employment. All inquiries regarding compliance should be directed to the Executive Director of Human Resource Services, YVC, South 16th Ave. & Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima, WA 98902; or call 509.574.4670.
Applicants with the disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process will be accommodated to the extent reasonably possible.
All positions are subject to funding.
Yakima Valley College offers a selection of health and retirement plans allowing you to take advantage of the plans that work for you. We also offer paid leave, development and career opportunities, and other compensation benefits. Benefit packages are a key component of our Total Compensation Model.
Insurance Benefits
Yakima Valley College offers medical (including vision), and dental. There are several medical plans with affordable monthly premiums that offer coverage throughout the state. Employees are also covered by basic life and long term disability insurance, with the option to purchase additional coverage amounts. To view premium rates, coverage choice in your area and how to enroll, please visit the
Retirement and Deferred Compensation
State Employees can elect to become members of the Washington Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS). New employees have the option of two employer contributed retirement programs. For additional information, check out the ‘ web site. Employees can elect to participate in the Washington State Board Retirement Plan instead, check out for more information.
Employees also have the ability to participate in the (DCP), a supplemental retirement savings program that allows you control over the amount of pre-tax salary dollars you defer as well as the flexibility to choose between multiple investment options.
Please refer to the for more detailed information.
Paid Leave and Other Incentives
In addition to the benefits above, full time adiministrative employees accrue up to 24 days of vacation, 12 sick days, and 2 personal days each year. Full time employees are also able to take advantage of waived tuition, scholarships and other professional development opportunities.
Contact our Human Resources team with any additional questions you may.
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