Adjunct Professor of Painting & Drawing

This is a part-time, semester-based position with the possibility of teaching in Fall, Spring, and Summer terms depending on department needs and enrollment.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in painting and drawing and related media, guiding students through basic to advanced skills and artistic concepts.
• Develop and deliver engaging assignments that cover essential techniques, color theory, composition, anatomy, and expressive use of materials.
• Lead critiques and discussions that foster constructive peer feedback, self-reflection, and growth in students' personal artistic practice.
• Incorporate Christian principles and ethical considerations into teaching, encouraging students to explore the relationship between faith and art.
• Engage in faculty collaborations and departmental events to support interdisciplinary projects and exhibitions.

Preferred Qualifications, Skills and Abilities

• Master's degree in Fine Arts, Painting, Drawing, or a related field is required.
• Previous college-level teaching experience is preferred, though significant professional practice will also be considered.
• Proficiency in traditional and contemporary painting and drawing techniques, materials, and media.
• Strong understanding of art history, theory, and criticism as it applies to painting and drawing.
• Ability to provide constructive and inspiring feedback.
• A commitment to the mission and values of a Bethel University, with openness to exploring faith in relation to art and artistic practice.
• A portfolio demonstrating professional work in painting and drawing, and if applicable, examples of past student work.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.