Adjunct Instructor - Art & Design - Illustration

Adjunct Instructor - Art & Design - Illustration

Salary

Depends on Qualifications

Location

Main Campus - Orem

Job Type

Adjunct/Overload Teaching

Job Number

FY2706570

Division

VP Academic Affairs

Department

Art & Design

Opening Date

09/11/2026

Closing Date

9/18/2026 11:59 PM Mountain

Required Documents Needed to Apply

Resume

Applicant Support

1-855-524-5627

Support@schooljobs.com

Continuous Search

This position is posted on a continuous recruitment basis. This means that applications are accepted even though there may not be a position currently available.

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Position Announcement

Utah Valley University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor to teach in the Art & Design department!

Summary of Responsibilities

Under administrative direction from the program coordinator, department chairperson, and dean, the individual shall perform some or all of the following duties:

• Design and teach courses in the field of study.
• Plans, prepares, and follows an approved course of study that includes measurable objectives for each course taught.
• Prepares instructional materials (course outlines, syllabi, exams, mock-ups, visual aids, and instruction sheets) as necessary.
• Instructs, manages, and supervises individual and groups in classrooms, laboratories, and shops through using appropriate teaching methods.
• Evaluates instruction and learning by means of appropriate testing methods.
• Maintains a student-oriented approach to education.
• Recommends students for advancement and graduation.
• Maintains and submits accurate and current reports and records involving student accountability, attendance, performance, and follow-up.
• Coordinates cooperative work experience programs and students as assigned.
• Assists counselors, department chairperson and or program coordinator, faculty, and department staff in maintaining an effective program.
• Improves professionally and maintains currency in the courses taught by Reading and utilizing materials found in trade, technical, and professional publications.
• Surveying and researching industrial and business establishments.
• Obtaining and maintaining certification and degrees as required.
• Attending professional and specialty courses.
• Keeping abreast of new development trends, and techniques.
• Is thoroughly familiar with the academic freedom and professional responsibility statement and adheres to these policies.
• Maintains desirable and safe laboratory, shop, and classroom conditions.

Qualifications / Licenses / Certifications

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in the subject matter or a closely related area. In very rare cases, highly significant professional experience will be considered in lieu of a completed degree.

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

• Extensive knowledge of student management, motivation, and evaluation.
• Extensive knowledge of evaluation of instruction, curriculum development, program development and evaluation.
• Thorough knowledge of appropriate field of study
• Thorough knowledge of counseling and advising techniques
• Knowledge of work experience programs (if appropriate for assignment).
• Effective human relations skills and communication techniques.
• kill in public speaking and report writing.
• Ability to apply effectively general principles to specific conditions.
• Ability to follow written and oral procedures and instructions.
• Ability to work effectively with people.
• Extensive knowledge of subject matter and course content of classes to be taught, instructional strategies and techniques.

EEO Statement:

UVU employment decisions are made on the basis of an applicant's qualifications and ability to perform the job without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age (40 and over), disability, veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related conditions, genetic information, or other bases protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Utah Valley University's dedication to exceptional care offers quality service and benefits to employees while staying committed to meeting the needs of a diverse workforce.

Although part-time and adjunct (less than 30 hours per week) employees are ineligible for the full-time employee benefits package, the university is pleased to offer the following:

• Undergraduate tuition remission benefit:

• Part-time: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for up to 3 credit hours or 1 course after 6 consecutive months of employment and a minimum of 480 hours worked (dependents do not qualify)

• Adjunct: waives 100 percent of tuition and general student fees for one course per semester in which there is an active teaching assignment at the university (dependents do not qualify)

• Access to the Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Access to Campus Recreation and Wellness

• Exclusive cash rewards through Utah Community Credit Union's (UCCU) branch on UVU's campus when becoming a member

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Do you meet the required qualifications as outlined: Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree in the subject matter or a closely related area. In very rare cases, highly significant professional experience will be considered in lieu of a completed degree?

• Yes
• No

02

What is your highest level of education?

• High School or equivalent
• Associates
• Bachelors
• Masters
• Ph.D.
• Ph.D. (abd)
• Juris Doctorate

03

How many years of experience do you have in this type of position?

• <1
• 1
• 2
• 3
• 4
• 5
• 6
• 7
• 8+

Required Question

Employer Utah Valley University

Address 800 W. University Parkway

Orem, Utah, 84058

Phone Applicant Support 855-524-5627

Website http://www.uvu.edu