Instructor is responsible for organizing and carrying out structured learning processes for students in the Jewelry and Metalsmithing program and related courses. Participates in the full range of professional and college-related activities, including student advising, curriculum development, professional growth, departmental and college-wide meetings, committee activity, and community involvement. This position entails teaching credit classes Jewelry and Metalsmithing I through IV concurrently as well as two Community Education classes meeting at separate times. The Metals Studio is in a newly renovated space, suitably equipped to fit the curriculum. 

Supervision Received

The dean, in consultation with the department chair is responsible for carrying out the evaluation of instructors under procedures developed by the vice president. The dean confers with the department chair in decisions regarding instructor workload, professional growth, retention, and department staffing levels. 

1. Instructs students in a classroom, lab, learning center, or other setting as appropriate. 

2. Prepares, distributes, and utilizes instructional support materials, including course syllabi, supplementary materials, instructional media, and other devices as appropriate. 

3. Develops, communicates, and utilizes a student assessment process and instruments which are related to the stated objectives of the course. 

4. Participates as a team member in departmental meetings and planning activities, helps solicit and prepare student art for exhibition. 

5. Participates in curriculum planning and development as needed. 

6. Represents the Art Department and the college to the community, business, public agencies, and other organizations in a professional manner. 

7. Responsible for departmental equipment and provides for the security of facilities and instructional materials as appropriate to the department. 

8. Adapt learning procedures to the online/distance learning environment, including telecourse and web-based delivery, ensuring comparable quality of instruction, student-teacher interaction, and assessment with classroom-based courses. 

9. Communicate effectively with a wide variety of students and college staff. 

10. Organize the learning experience for the maximum benefit of traditional and non-traditional learners. 

11. Performs other duties as assigned. 

Education: A Master's degree in Fine Arts (MFA) with a concentration in Metalsmithing or Jewelry, is required. Or, an MFA in a related field with at least 18 quarter credits or 12 semester graduate credits in courses to be taught, is required.  

Only degrees received from an accredited institution will be accepted: accreditation must be recognized by the office of degree authorization, US Department of Education, as required by ORS 348.609. Final candidate will be required to provide official transcripts for required degree.

Experience: Experience teaching jewelry and metalsmithing required. Post-secondary teaching experience preferred. 

Knowledge of: Jewelry and Metalsmithing technique including but not limited to fundamental piercing, casting and riveting, various metal forming techniques (die forming, raising, chasing and repousse, fold forming etc.), surface techniques including etching and enameling, rubber mold making, CAD and 3D printing for jewelry, and stone setting. A knowledge of historical metalwork and the art of contemporary metalsmiths. Computer applications for communication and learning, including, but not limited to, word processing, the Internet, multi-media presentations, spreadsheets and database management; curriculum development; the community colleges' mission, role in higher education, and student population; and sensitivity to a diverse student body and its needs. 

Ability to: Communicate effectively and respectfully with diverse students and staff; demonstrate experience or potential for innovation and creativity in the classroom; demonstrate a commitment to professional standards and growth; revise and add innovative curriculum as needed; adapt to a variety of teaching situations, including lectures, group activities, individual instruction; mentoring of students; work and interact effectively with staff, students, administrators and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds. The ability to work with a broad range of student levels of experience and capabilities with the goal of inspiring innovative thinking in all. The ability to create support materials such as syllabi and instructional media to support all courses. The ability to oversee, maintain and further develop the metalsmithing studio and all related tools and equipment including a 3D printer. The ability to stay current with innovations in the field both esthetic and technological with applications to better enable student career success. The ability to teach classes in other media such as painting, design, digital design, ceramics or drawing is desirable.

Relate well to other staff; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; work with diverse clientele; work with college and agency partners; plan and organize effective lessons. Ability and willingness to work with non-traditional adult learners as well as teens. Pass a criminal background check. 

Licenses: If required to drive on behalf of the college, must possess a valid Oregon Driver License and provide proof of an acceptable driving record.

Physical Demands: The physical demands listed below represent those that must be met by an incumbent to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with qualified disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

Manual dexterity and coordination are required for less than half of the daily work period (about 40%) which is spent sitting while operating office equipment such as computers, keyboards, 10-key, telephones, and other standard office equipment. While performing the duties of this position, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, reach, bend, kneel, stoop, twist, crouch, climb, balance, see, talk, hear, and manipulate objects. The position requires some mobility including the ability to move materials less than 5 pounds daily, 5-25 pounds occasionally. This position requires both verbal and written communication abilities. May also be required to sit for long periods of time in meetings or traveling between counties. 

Working Conditions: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 

While performing the duties of this position, the employee is primarily working indoors in an office and art studio environment. Potential exposure to chemicals, toxins, and fumes while working with various art materials, equipment, paints, thinners, and other supplies. Use of appropriate safety precautions and protective gear (i.e. masks, goggles, gloves, apron, etc) required at all times. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate and lighting is adequate. Art studio environment is typical of any art classroom, studio or outdoor art instruction location.

Method of Application & Closing Date

This is an adjunct faculty positing for teaching part-time in the Metalsmithing program of the Visual Art and Design department. The application documents required include a cover letter, resume and digital portfolio. Attach the portfolio including record(s) of publications or exhibitions as "Other Document #2." Include 10-15 images of your professional artwork that show your conceptual and technical abilities. Each image should include the title, media and dimensions of the work. Candidates will be required to provide official transcripts for required degree(s) upon hire.

RCC is committed to a culture of civility, respect, and inclusivity. We are an equal opportunity employer actively seeking to recruit and retain members of historically underrepresented groups and others who demonstrate the ability to help us achieve our vision of a diverse and inclusive community.

CANDIDATES WITH DISABILITIES REQUIRING ACCOMMODATIONS AND/OR ASSISTANCE DURING THE HIRING PROCESS MAY CONTACT HUMAN RESOURCES AT 541-956-7329. ONLY FINALISTS WILL BE INTERVIEWED. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE NOTIFIED BY EMAIL AFTER FINAL SELECTION IS MADE. INTERVIEW COSTS ARE AT APPLICANT'S EXPENSE. FINAL CANDIDATE WILL BE REQUIRED TO SHOW PROOF OF ELIGIBILITY TO WORK IN THE UNITED STATES. FOR POSITIONS WITH A DEGREE REQUIRED, ONLY DEGREES RECEIVED FROM AN ACCREDITED INSTITUTION WILL BE ACCEPTED; ACCREDITATION MUST BE RECOGNIZED BY THE OFFICE OF DEGREE AUTHORIZATION, US DEPARTMENT OF EDUCATION, AS REQUIRED BY ORS 348.609. 

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