The University of the Cumberlands applicants to serve as Adjunct Faculty in the Department of Art. Under the direction of the Chair of the Art program and the Music and Fine Arts Department Chair, this position is responsible for teaching undergraduate art education and art appreciation in‑seat at the Williamsburg, Kentucky campus. This is not an online teaching position. The University of the Cumberlands is a faith‑based institution that welcomes students from all backgrounds. Its mission is to offer high‑quality academic programs that empower graduates to “seek a life more abundant.”
Job Responsibilities:
Teach courses including, but not limited to, ART 331 School Art, ART 430 Art in the Secondary School, and ART 131 Art Appreciation
Collaborate with colleagues in the Music and Fine Arts Department and throughout the university
Adapt and align course materials using departmental syllabus templates, required text(s), and other resources
Provide regular and timely feedback on student work
Maintain regular communication with students through virtual office hours and e‑mail
Maintain clear, consistent records in Blackboard Ultra and the university’s online record‑keeping platform
Participate in department‑wide assessments
Respond to student evaluations
Follow university policies and procedures
Job Requirements Masters degree in Art Education
Student‑focused teaching that addresses the needs of all learners
Ongoing professional development
Strong interpersonal communication and problem‑solving skills
Ed.D. in Art Education (preferred)
Experience with a variety of pedagogical and technological educational delivery methods (preferred)
Active creative/scholarly work (preferred)
Job Location Williamsburg, KY
Compensation Commensurate with expertise and experience.
Benefits: No.
Application Process:
Applications must include Curriculum Vitae, Cover Letter addressing qualifications, Statement of Teaching Philosophy, and List of 3‑5 References.
EEO Statement:
The University of the Cumberlands does not illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, veteran status, because a person is a smoker or nonsmoker, or any other basis on which the University is prohibited from discrimination under local, state, or federal law, in its employment or in the provision of its services, including but not limited to its programs and activities, admissions, educational policies, scholarship and loan programs, and athletic and other University‑administered programs. In order to fulfill its purpose, the University may legally discriminate on the basis of religion in employment, and the University has sought and been granted exemption from certain regulations promulgated under Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 which conflict with the University’s religious tenets.
