What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visiting Instructor and Visiting Assistant Professor (71103) position at Pratt Institute School of Architecture?
About Pratt
Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
The Institute’s impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt’s campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY).
Education
Since our founding in 1887, Pratt has upheld the belief that education should be accessible to all who wish to learn. As a community, we define ourselves as standard setters who are:
The Graduate Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urban Design department at Pratt Institute is calling for applications of prospective candidates for possible opportunities to join our part-time teaching faculty, starting in the Fall 2026 semester.
The Graduate Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urban Design department is committed to educating students to become creative and responsible design leaders capable of bringing positive changes in culture, society, and environment. Devoted to a creative learning community, Pratt recognizes the strength that stems from a diversity of perspectives, ideas, backgrounds, approaches and experiences. We aspire to grow as a place that always welcomes and encourages individuals of all backgrounds to be part of the Pratt community.
We Seek Applicants With a Broad Vision Of The Future Of The Design Field And The Ability To Articulate That Vision. We Encourage Applicants With Experience And Knowledge In Any Of The Following Areas Of Expertise
Applicants are required to have a professional degree in architecture, landscape architecture, or relevant fields, and undergraduate or graduate-level teaching experience.
Candidates must have excellent interpersonal skills, a demonstrated level of intercultural competence, and ability to work well with diverse populations.
Supplemental Information
Review of applications will begin immediately and be ongoing.
To apply, please submit your c.v., cover letter, portfolio of creative practice and/or writing, and contact information for one professional reference.
This is a UFCT union position.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions.
Pratt Institute provides the creative leaders of tomorrow the professional knowledge and experience to make a better world. A world-class and internationally ranked college with programs in art, design, architecture, liberal arts and sciences, and information studies, Pratt offers nearly 50 undergraduate and graduate degree programs.
The Institute’s impact expands beyond its 25-acre residential campus in Brooklyn to cutting-edge facilities throughout the borough, a landmark building and public gallery in Manhattan, as well as an extension campus, Pratt Munson College of Art and Design in Utica, New York. On Governors Island, Pratt is a core partner on the Stony Brook University team selected to develop the New York Climate Exchange, a research and educational hub poised to establish New York City as the global leader for the most pressing issue of our time: climate change. Another extension of Pratt’s campus is the Research Yard, a 20,000-square-foot facility that brings together the research activities of Pratt Institute under one roof in the Brooklyn Navy Yard (BNY).
Education
Since our founding in 1887, Pratt has upheld the belief that education should be accessible to all who wish to learn. As a community, we define ourselves as standard setters who are:
- Resourceful and collaborative problem solvers,
- Socially responsible and equity-centered creatives,
- Adaptable and resilient global stewards,
- Inquisitive and compassionate community members.
The Graduate Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urban Design department at Pratt Institute is calling for applications of prospective candidates for possible opportunities to join our part-time teaching faculty, starting in the Fall 2026 semester.
The Graduate Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urban Design department is committed to educating students to become creative and responsible design leaders capable of bringing positive changes in culture, society, and environment. Devoted to a creative learning community, Pratt recognizes the strength that stems from a diversity of perspectives, ideas, backgrounds, approaches and experiences. We aspire to grow as a place that always welcomes and encourages individuals of all backgrounds to be part of the Pratt community.
We Seek Applicants With a Broad Vision Of The Future Of The Design Field And The Ability To Articulate That Vision. We Encourage Applicants With Experience And Knowledge In Any Of The Following Areas Of Expertise
- Design studio teaching experience
- Technical expertise in building systems design
- Digital and physical fabrication, visualization, and/or communication
- History/Theory
- Teach part-time seminars in the Graduate Architecture, Landscape Architecture, and Urban Design department in the mediums, technology, or history/theory sequence
- Teach part-time in the M.Arch, MLA, MS Arch, or MSUD studio sequence
Applicants are required to have a professional degree in architecture, landscape architecture, or relevant fields, and undergraduate or graduate-level teaching experience.
Candidates must have excellent interpersonal skills, a demonstrated level of intercultural competence, and ability to work well with diverse populations.
Supplemental Information
Review of applications will begin immediately and be ongoing.
To apply, please submit your c.v., cover letter, portfolio of creative practice and/or writing, and contact information for one professional reference.
This is a UFCT union position.
- Professional references will be requested later in the interview process. Candidates should be prepared to provide at least three professional references, including two current or former managers/supervisors. We encourage submitting up to five references total to ensure alternate contacts are available if needed.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion or belief, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, marital or domestic partnership status, sexual orientation, sex, gender identity or expression, age, disability, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Pratt Institute recognizes and values the benefits of a diverse workforce.
At Pratt, we prioritize equity and have established a systematic approach to guarantee fair treatment for everyone. If your background and expertise align with the requirements of the position, you will be contacted for further instructions.