Assistant Professor of Fine Arts

Position Overview: Talladega College invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Fine
Arts. The successful candidate will provide in-person instruction via a 5/5 teaching load and support
undergraduates in the Department of Fine Arts, School of Humanities and Fine Arts. This is a nine-month
position that is slated to begin during the Spring 2026 semester.
Department: Fine Arts
Position Type: Full-time
Reports to: Dean of Humanities and Fine Arts
Key Responsibilities: Teach and advise associate and undergraduate level courses in fine arts
and serve on College committees
Preferred Qualifications:
• Terminal degree in fine arts from an accredited institution
• A record of professional performance and/or scholarly achievement
• At least eighteen (18) graduate semester hours in ceramics, sculpture, or traditional media
3D art
Minimum Qualifications:
• Master’s degree in fine arts from an accredited institution
• Evidence of successful teaching experience at the collegiate or secondary level
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with students from diverse backgrounds.
• Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Duties/Responsibilities
• Teach fine arts and studio courses in primarily traditional and blended formats
• Academically advise students, including transfer credits
• Recruit and retain students

• Recommend a schedule of classes to be offered in the department each semester
• Administer college policies and procedures
• Develop and assess program and student learning outcomes
• Serve on committees
• Review and revise department catalog information
• Project a professional, positive, and upbeat disposition
• Meet established deadlines
• Utilize and remain current with the College’s and instructional technologies
• Participate in departmental and institutional service, including curriculum development,
program assessment, and faculty committees
• Engage in ongoing professional development, creative activity, research, and/or
performance that contributes to the field and enhances teaching
• Collaborate with faculty colleagues across the School of Humanities and Fine Arts to
advance interdisciplinary learning and community engagement
• Represent Talladega College in state, regional, and national art organizations,
performances, and events
Other Requirements:
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work collaboratively
with students, faculty, and administrators
• A commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in both art education and the broader
academic community
• A passion for mentoring and preparing future artists/educators to engage with students of
diverse backgrounds and abilities
Rank and Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit the following documents:
• A completed application
• A cover letter outlining qualifications, teaching philosophy, research interests, and vision
for the Department of Fine Arts
• A current curriculum vitae (CV)
• Unofficial transcripts of all degrees earned (Official transcripts will be requested upon
hire)
• A statement of teaching philosophy and research agenda
• Contact information for at least three professional references
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness (i.e., course evaluations, sample syllabi, video
recordings)

Reviews of candidates will begin immediately. Qualified candidates should forward application
materials to:

Human Resource Office, Talladega College
627 W. Battle Street, Talladega, AL 35160

or
[email protected]

Talladega College is an Equal Opportunity Employer and strongly encourages applications from
individuals from diverse backgrounds, including but not limited to women, racial and ethnic
minorities, and individuals with disabilities.