Photography Instructor

Mott Community College is seeking a part-time Photography Instructor to teach classes in Photography, adhering to the stated course objectives, content, and delivery. The ideal candidate will have a significant record as a professional practitioner in the field of photography, as evidenced by a portfolio of professional work.

• Teach classes in Photography, adhering to the stated course objectives, content, and delivery.
• Develop and implement innovative, flexible, and positive teaching styles that cater to the needs of students from diverse backgrounds.
• Assess learning outcomes and teaching effectiveness, and participate in efforts to consistently improve student success.
• Maintain licensure and certifications, where applicable.

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Photography or a related subject area, with two years of practical experience in photography or six years of work experience as a professional photographer.
• Knowledge of and teaching experience in both standard photography and digital technology.
• Successful candidate will have a significant record as a professional practitioner in the field of photography, as evidenced by a portfolio of professional work.
• Innovative, flexible, and positive teaching style and understanding of the needs of students from diverse backgrounds.
• Language Skills: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Mathematical Skills: Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations.
• Reasoning Ability: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Technology Skills: Ability to integrate computer applications into teaching.

• Master's Degree in Photography or a closely related field.
• Higher education teaching experience.
• Understanding of and commitment to community college teaching, mission, and philosophy.
• Evidence of continuing professional development in the photography and/or education professions.

While part-time faculty are not required to hold regular office hours during the semesters they teach, they are required to make provisions for student consultations as may be necessary and reasonable.

Must be available to teach onsite; opportunities do not exist to teach online courses only. If selected for an interview, candidates may need to provide a professional portfolio. Specific instructions will be shared prior to the interview. Visa sponsorship is not available. Selected candidates must submit to a drug test and criminal background check.