Assistant Professor - Art Education and Foundations (Visual Arts)

JOB TITLE:  

Assistant Professor of Art Education and Foundations

JOB PURPOSE:   

The University of Wyoming Department of Visual Arts welcomes applications for an Assistant Professor of Art Education and Foundations position in a growing Art Education degree program. The position is full-time, tenure-track, with benefits, on a two semester, nine month teaching schedule and will work alongside an existing tenure-track Art Education faculty member. Qualified candidates will have the ability to teach the full range and variety of Art Education classes including Methods I, Methods II, Art Education Practicum, Curriculum Design, Elementary Residency, and Secondary Residency if needed. The successful candidate would also be able to teach in a secondary area, such as 2D, Color Theory, and/or 3D Foundations, or other studio areas of expertise as needed with a preference for 3D studio experience and skills. Their experience should include K-12 teaching experience as well as teaching in an Art Education College/University curriculum, familiarity with various Art Education pedagogies and philosophies, established scholarly and/or creative research, and familiarity with a variety of media used in Art Education classes. Desired skills include experience as a skilled communicator with the ability to communicate orally, in writing and digitally; experience working in a collaborative team of educators; experience working with non-traditional students, first generation students, and students with disabilities; and experience in professional organizations. The successful candidate will incorporate equitable classroom policies such as encouraging inclusion and representation of diverse viewpoints and utilizing multiple methods of content delivery including in-person, online and hybrid modalities

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Teach a 3/2 course load for the academic year potentially including ART 3430: Art Education Methods I, ART 3490: Art Education - Philosophy, Theory and Issues ART 3550: Art Education Practicum, ART 4440: Art Education Methods II, and Foundations classes as needed


• Support and work with the coordinator of the Art Education Program to maintain and develop the program as needed


• Work collaboratively with other Art Education faculty to maintain communication with partners in Wyoming State Education offices, schools, community colleges and educators throughout the State of Wyoming, and with the College of Education within the University of Wyoming


• Maintain active scholarly research and professional development at a national level


• Advise and mentor Art Education students


• Provide service to the department, college, university, and state

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 

• PhD in Art Education or ABD


• 2 years teaching experience in Art Education and/or Studio


• Demonstrated active professional practice and proficiency in a range of studio techniques and pedagogies applicable to Art Education, Foundations, and Studio Art curricula 


• Experience in teaching Foundations courses and content


• Demonstrated ability to work with others in a collegial team atmosphere and coordinate teaching with other instructors including Art Education and Foundations/Studio 


• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills   

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:   

• BA, BFA, MA, or MFA in Studio Art preferred


• Demonstrated K-12 teaching experience as well as teaching in an Art Education College/University curriculum


• Ability to teach in other department areas with qualified experience, particularly in 3D Studio areas 


• Ongoing engagement in scholarly, creative, and/or professional activities


• Demonstrated ability to advise, mentor, and support students from all backgrounds in the classroom and department.


• Experience in state, regional, and national professional organizations (NAEA, etc.), and taking students to professional conferences.

REQUIRED APPLICATION MATERIALS: 

This position will remain open until filled. Complete applications received by 10/05/2026 will receive full consideration.

To apply please complete the online application including: 

• Cover Letter


• Curriculum Vitae


• Contact information for 4 references


• Unofficial graduate transcript


• Statement of Research 


• 10 labeled images of creative work (PDF file)


• Links to examples of scholarly research publications 


• Statement of Teaching


• 2 sample syllabi


• 10 labeled images of student work. (PDF file)


• Student Evaluations (two most recent from the past two years)

*All application materials must be included in order to be considered for this position.

WORK LOCATION: 

WORK AUTHORIZATION REQUIREMENTS: 

Work authorization sponsorship may be available for this position, conditioned on the non-applicability of the fees implemented in 90 FR 46027 to the visa petition. 

HIRING STATEMENT/EEO:   

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation to apply for a position, please contact us at 307-766-2377 or email [email protected].  

ABOUT LARAMIE: 

The University of Wyoming is located in Laramie, a charming town of 30,000 residents nestled in the heart of the Rocky Mountain West. The state of Wyoming continues to invest in its only 4-year university, helping to make it a leader in academics, research, and outreach with state-of-the-art facilities and strong community ties. We invite you to learn  more about Laramie by visiting the About Laramie website. 

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