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How much do drawing professor jobs pay per year?

As of May 29, 2026, the average yearly pay for drawing professor in the United States is $80,057.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $60,000.00 and $91,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Drawing Professor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Drawing Professor, you need a strong background in fine arts, a master's degree (typically an MFA), and experience in both drawing techniques and art theory. Familiarity with digital illustration software, classroom management systems, and portfolio development tools is often expected. Exceptional communication, mentorship abilities, and creativity are vital soft skills for inspiring and guiding students. These skills and qualifications are crucial for fostering student growth, maintaining academic standards, and adapting to evolving art education methods.

What are some common challenges Drawing Professors face when teaching diverse skill levels in one classroom?

Drawing Professors often instruct students with varying degrees of experience, from beginners to advanced artists. One challenge is designing lessons that engage and challenge all students without overwhelming novices or boring advanced learners. Professors frequently use differentiated assignments and offer individualized feedback to ensure everyone progresses. Creating a supportive environment that encourages risk-taking and peer learning can also help bridge skill gaps and foster growth for all students.

What does a Drawing Professor do?

A Drawing Professor teaches students the principles and techniques of drawing in a college or university setting. They design course curricula, deliver lectures, demonstrate various drawing methods, and critique students’ work to help them develop their artistic skills. Drawing Professors may also engage in their own creative or scholarly work, participate in faculty committees, and advise students on academic or career paths in the arts.

What is the difference between Drawing Professor vs Art Instructor?

AspectDrawing ProfessorArt Instructor
CredentialsTypically requires a master's degree or higher in fine arts or related fieldVaries; may have a bachelor's degree or specialized training
Work EnvironmentUniversities, colleges, art schoolsCommunity centers, workshops, private studios, schools
Employer & IndustryHigher education institutions, art academiesEducational institutions, community programs, private sector
Common Search & ComparisonOften compared for teaching roles in academiaCompared for community or non-degree art education

The main difference between a Drawing Professor and an Art Instructor lies in their credentials, work environment, and the institutions they serve. Drawing Professors typically work in higher education with advanced degrees, focusing on university-level instruction. Art Instructors may work in various settings, including community centers or private studios, often with different qualification requirements. Both roles involve teaching art, but the scope and context differ significantly.

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Adjunct Assistant Professor/Drawing & Painting

Adjunct Assistant Professor/Drawing & Painting

Johnson County Community College (JCCC)

Overland Park, KS

$6.30K - $7.40K/mo

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Posted 20 days ago


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Job description

Adjunct Assistant Professor/Drawing & Painting

Apply now Back to search results Job no: 498006
Work type: Adjunct Faculty
Location: Overland Park Main Campus
Categories: Credit Instruction

Position: Adjunct Assistant Professor/Drawing & Painting

Department: Academic Affairs

Type of Position: Adjunct Faculty

Exemption Status: Exempt

Work Schedule, Hours per week: Varies depending on department needs

Opportunity for hybrid schedule: No

Starting Salary Range:   Adjunct base rate is $1,208-$1,344 per credit hour depending on degree and teaching experience and in accordance with the adjunct pay table listed in the Master Agreement.

  • Adjunct professors assigned to Integration Lecture Lab Instruction like studio classes average pay is between $6,300 - $7,400.

Position Summary: Johnson County Community College is looking to fill an adjunct teaching position in our Fine Arts program. This position will teach at least one section of Drawing-II in the Fall of 2026 with the possibility of additional and future Fine Arts teaching assignments.

Required Qualifications:

  • Master of Fine Arts degree in Painting, Drawing or Printmaking.
  • Previous teaching experience at a College level is required.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Ability to teach courses in multiple disciplines within Fine Arts.
  • Previous experience teaching 2-D Design, Drawing, Painting and/or Printmaking courses at a college level.
  • Previous community college teaching experience.

To be considered for this position we will require an application, resume, cover letter, and 15 Images of personal work & 10 Images of student work as two separate PDFs.

*Unofficial transcripts are required for all Adjunct faculty and Faculty positions.

Benefits Category

For Adjunct Faculty

  • Optional Retirement plan access
  • Tuition discount for JCCC courses (for adjuncts meeting eligibility criteria)
  • Free access to the Gym on campus for all employees and dependents
  • Discount to the Hiersteiner Child Development Center

About JCCC:

Established in 1969, Johnson County Community College is dedicated to transforming lives and strengthening communities through learning. Located in Overland Park, Kansas, JCCC has enjoyed a national reputation for educational excellence and student success for more than 50 years. That's five decades dedicated to smaller class sizes, more resources and a thriving campus culture - not to mention our competitive tuition rates and extracurricular experiences that transcend the norm.

Mission: JCCC inspires learning to transform lives and strengthen communities.

Vision: JCCC will be an innovative leader in equitable student access, learning and success.

Equal Employment Opportunity:

JCCC is an equal opportunity employer and equal access institution. JCCC does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, age, religion, marital status, parental status, military status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or other factors that cannot be lawfully considered in its programs and activities, which includes employment and admissions, in accordance with Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Equal Pay Act of 1963, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act of 1967, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Executive Order 11246, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, the Jobs for Veterans Act of 2002, the Kansas Acts Against Discrimination and all other applicable civil rights and nondiscrimination laws.

Inquiries concerning JCCC's compliance with its nondiscrimination policies (including Title IX, Title VI and Section 504 inquiries) may be referred to a Title IX Coordinator (TitleIX@jccc.edu), or Director of Human Resources, or the Dean of Students and Learner Engagement at Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd, Overland Park, KS 66210, 913-469-8500; or to Office for Civil Rights, Kansas City Office, U.S. Department of Education, One Petticoat Lane, 1010 Walnut Street, Suite 320, Kansas City, MO 64106, Telephone: 816-268-0550, Facsimile: 816-268-0559, Email to: OCR.KansasCity@ed.gov.

Disclosure: 

If you need any assistance throughout the search process, please reach out to the HR@jccc.edu. In accordance with the college policy, finalists for this position will be subject to criminal background investigations. Individual hiring departments at JCCC may elect to administer pre-employment tests, which are relevant to essential job functions as part of the applicant selection/hiring process. Many departments require those selected for hire to submit a certified transcript for all degrees obtained. For full consideration, applicants are encouraged to apply prior to the review date listed in posting.

Duties and responsibilities, as required by business necessity, may be updated at any time at the discretion of management. Scheduling, shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity. Scheduling, shift assignments and work location may be changed at any time, as required by business necessity.

If you are an applicant requesting assistance or a reasonable accommodation in the application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 913-469-3877, or email HR@jccc.edu.

Advertised: 08 May 2026 Central Daylight Time
Applications close: 05 Jun 2026 Central Daylight Time

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