About NewSchool of Architecture & Design: NewSchool of Architecture & Design (NewSchool) is a globally recognized and awarded design university known for its forward-thinking professors, an inspiring campus community, and top industry connections and collaboration opportunities.
Position Summary:
NewSchool is seeking dynamic and qualified part-time instructors to serve as faculty in our Architecture Program teaching AR-501 Degree Project Studio I. Appointments will be part-time and will be made on a term-by-term bases. NewSchool faculty members educate and provide learning opportunities for students through face-to face, blended, and/or online delivery methods. They promote and facilitate student success by creating an environment conducive to learning and student involvement.
Responsibilities:
• Prepare and deliver course content based on meeting course and program learning outcomes
• Assess student performance on papers/examinations/projects
• Monitor student progress and provide student support in the form of feedback, coaching, and academic assistance
• Foster student success by showing flexibility in style and delivery methods as well as exhibiting a passion for teaching and student interaction
• Manage the learning environment through effective record keeping (i.e. Attendance reporting on a class by class basis, submitting grades and assessment reports on time, and enforcing NewSchool academic and attendance policies)
• Communicate with academic leadership regarding student difficulties or issues that arise
• Provide the necessary course documentation and archival for assessment review according to the adopted accreditation standards
• Report student outcomes and use this information for teaching and learning improvements
• Promote professionalism by modeling such behaviors inside and outside the classroom
• Collaborate with necessary departments to support a positive team environment
• Uphold NewSchool values, policies, and procedures
Other Duties & Responsibilities:
May perform other duties and responsibilities that management may deem necessary from time to time.
• Any other assistance deemed necessary to promote the program or maintain its teaching delivery at the highest level of quality.
Education & Experience:
• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in the field of study or closely related field; Master’s degree preferred
• Demonstrated record of high-quality instruction, as shown by a minimum of two years of undergraduate teaching experience or an extensive record of relevant professional expertise
• Excellent communication (verbal/written) and organizational skills
• Professional design experience and demonstrate a record of recognized research which may include built work, scholarship, publications, or exhibits.
• Strong intellectual and artistic direction, and commitment and passion for architectural design
• Ability to prepare and deliver lectures to undergraduate and/or graduate students on topics such as architectural design methods, aesthetics and design, and structures and materials.
• Preferred knowledge of Blackboard or Canvas
Reports To: Reports to Head of Architecture Programs Supervisory Responsibility: None
Working Conditions:
Work is performed primarily in a standard office or classroom environment but may involve exposure to moderate noise levels. Work involves operation of personal computer equipment and includes physical demands associated with a traditional office setting, e.g., walking, standing, communicating, and other physical functions, as necessary.