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An Interior Design Professor teaches students the principles and practices of interior design, including space planning, materials, color theory, and sustainability. They develop course curricula, deliver lectures, and provide hands-on instruction in design software and techniques. Additionally, they guide students on projects, critique design work, and stay updated with industry trends. Many Interior Design Professors also conduct research or engage in professional design work. Their role helps prepare students for careers in residential, commercial, or institutional design.

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Adjunct Associate Professor of Interior Design Pool

San Joaquin Delta College

Stockton, CA • On-site

$72.73 - $108.56/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 7 days ago

Job description

Salary: $72.73 - $108.56 Hourly
Location : Stockton, CA (Main Campus)
Job Type: Adjunct Faculty
Job Number: 2024-00034
Department: Arts and Multimedia
Opening Date: 06/21/2024
Closing Date: Continuous
FLSA: Exempt
Bargaining Unit: CTA
Calendar: Adjunct Faculty (Assigned by Department/TrAC)
Additional Salary Information: Initial annual salary within a given range varies, depending upon units/degrees completed at accredited institutions and experience.
Work Schedule: To be determined. The assignment may include day, evening, online, hybrid, weekend, and/or off-campus classes/hours.
Description
Additional Information:
Delta College is seeking adjunct (part-time) faculty for its Interior Design Program. The program is a career technical education program, leading to transfer degrees as well as Certificates of Achievement for students wishing to enter or advance in this field.
The ideal candidate will possess current knowledge of the Interiors industry, demonstrate good communication skills, have completed a degree in Interior Design, and possess experience in the field. The program utilizes Chief Architect software, so experience using this technology would be beneficial.
Job Description:
Under the general supervision of the Dean of Instruction, Arts and Multimedia, the Adjunct Associate Professor of Interior Design teaches organized classes primarily in the Interior Design discipline(s); the primary responsibility is to teach up to 10 units (part-time) in the assigned discipline.
Responsibilities and Duties
Duties and responsibilities may include, but not limited to the following:
  1. Instruct courses in Interior Design in accordance with credit course outlines approved by the Board of Trustees.
  2. Maintain expertise in current teaching methods, discipline knowledge, and discipline specific technologies.
  3. Assist students in achieving stated course objectives. Evaluate the progress of each student and notify students in need of counseling services and/or tutorial assistance. Track student learning outcomes and maintain records of student learning outcomes.
  4. Participate in the departmental process of curriculum review, modification, and the assessment of student learning outcomes in order to make the program successful.
  5. Support the Division Dean in cooperating with campus and community groups to provide programs, courses, and information relevant to the needs of the students and various programs.
  6. Coordinate with other faculty in the selection of textbooks, audiovisual and other instructional materials.
  7. Complete various reporting procedures as required for student evaluation, course reporting and budget development.
  8. Assist the Division Dean in the preparation of required reports by providing requested information.
  9. Attend various departmental, divisional and campus-wide activities and events as required.
  10. Plan and complete approved professional development flex activities each semester.
  11. Perform other necessary duties as assigned by the Division Dean and as outlined in Board Policy.

Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Bachelor's degree in interior design or related field and two years of professional experience OR an Associate's degree in interior design or related field and six years of professional experience.
  • Sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Experience in teaching postsecondary courses in Interior Design
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching strategies and techniques to different levels of students' ability and learning styles.
  • Demonstrated ability to adapt teaching strategies and techniques to students from different cultures and ethnic groups.
  • Demonstrated ability to use innovative and creative teaching techniques and equipment, including the use of multimedia hardware and software and on-line instructional techniques.
  • Demonstrated leadership in developing curriculum for discipline specific courses and/or programs.
  • Demonstrated leadership, ability, and desire to stay current in the field.
  • Demonstrated leadership and ability to work with business and industry in order to coordinate the educational program with the needs of the community.
  • Interest in or knowledge of teaching online and other distance education courses.

Supplemental Information
Applicants in this pool will remain active for one year. After one year, applicants will receive an email with information on how to remain in the pool.
NOTES:
  • If your degree title differs from the minimum qualifications listed above, you are requested to apply under the "equivalent" provision.
  • Applicants applying under the "equivalent" provision must attach details and explain how their academic preparation and/or professional experience is the equivalent of the degrees/minimum qualifications listed above.
  • If you have already been granted equivalency for this discipline, you must attach a copy of your determination form or letter.
  • Per AP 4115 State Authorization, Distance Education - Effective July 1, 2014, faculty members residing out of state will not be assigned to teach internet courses.

Application Instructions
Applicants applying to this position are REQUIRED to complete and submit:
  1. A San Joaquin Delta College District Application
  2. Resume or Curriculum Vitae
  3. Letter of Interest
  4. Unofficial or Official Transcripts from College/University

NOTES:
  • Applications submitted without all required documents, listed above, will be disqualified.
  • Applicants indicating "see resume" on the application will not have that referenced experience considered for minimum qualifications, which may lead to the application being disqualified.
  • Only information (education, experience, etc.) listed on the application will be considered for minimum qualifications.
  • Applicants, including current San Joaquin Delta College District employees, are required to provide official transcripts if required to meet the minimum qualifications for the position.
  • Applicants are required to submit official transcripts within 60 days of the time of hire.
  • Graduate advising documents and grade reports will not be accepted as official transcripts.
  • Individuals who have completed college or university coursework at an institution in a country other than the United States must obtain a complete evaluation of foreign transcripts, degrees, and other relevant documents.
  • A foreign transcript evaluation is required any time foreign coursework is used to meet minimum qualifications and/or salary placement even if the foreign transcript has been accepted by a college or university in the United States.
  • Foreign transcript evaluations are ONLY accepted from NACES (The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services) agencies or evaluators.

This position is not eligible for benefits.

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