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SUNY New Paltz Vacancy
External Posting (Faculty)

Applications are invited for consideration for appointment to the following position:

Department: Art Education

Budget Title: Assistant Professor

Local Title: Assistant Professor of Art Education

Posting Date: October 18, 2023

Classification: N/A

Duties: The Art Department at the State University of New York at New Paltz seeks applications for an Assistant Professor of Art Education. This is a full-time, 10-month, tenure track position with an anticipated start date of August 2024. The Art Education program at SUNY New Paltz is a robust, progressive teacher preparation program housed within a thriving Art Department. Our art education and studio art programs promote creative education for all with the understanding of art's capacity to foster students who are problem solvers and agents of change for community transformation. The Art Education program is enriched by our community-based Saturday Arts Lab, the critically acclaimed Dorsky Museum, and our visiting artists program that brings nationally and internationally recognized artists to campus throughout the academic year. Learn more about us here: https://www.newpaltz.edu/fpa/art/art-education/

We seek a passionate artist/educator with extensive experience teaching children and youth in school and/or community settings. The ideal candidate will be able to foster a welcoming and inclusive learning environment while modeling creative pedagogical practices that engage diverse learners. The new hire will be eager to collaborate with faculty, museum educators, and/or local school and community partners to develop forward-thinking initiatives within the art education program at both graduate and undergraduate levels.

Responsibilities for tenure track faculty at SUNY New Paltz include but are not limited to:
• A 3/3 teaching load, which may involve the design and supervision of field placements and internships in schools and community organizations.
• Demonstrable empathy and generosity with both students and colleagues.
• Art Education faculty collaborate on interdisciplinary initiatives and opportunities for student engagement on campus and in the community.
• In addition to ongoing excellence in teaching, creative/scholarly research, and professional activity, the position entails service to the department, college, and university including participation on departmental and college-wide committees and student advising/mentorship.

Qualifications: Required:
• A doctorate (PhD or EdD) is required at time of hire; however, exceptional ABD candidates with an established completion date will be considered.
• The equivalent of at least three years of full-time teaching experience with children and youth.
• Must be well-versed in a wide range of contemporary approaches and critical issues in both art and art education and have a track record of successful collaborations.

Preferred:
• We are particularly seeking candidates with expertise in disability studies, community engagement and culturally responsive teaching to help guide and mentor our students.

Contact Information: Electronic submissions required. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process should call (845) 257-3628.

Candidates will be required to electronically submit:
• CV
• Cover letter, specifically addressing the qualifications of the position listed above
• Contact information for three professional references. References will be invited to submit letters of recommendation.
• Two to five examples of creative and/or scholarly work collected in a single PDF
• Ten images or examples of student work, collected in a single PDF
• Statement of teaching philosophy

Please apply by visiting https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2229

Deadline: Applications accepted until position filled; priority given to applications received before 11/30/23

Other important information about this vacancy: This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public college that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.

SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members--students, faculty and staff. The College's commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.

Federal law and regulations require notice to all prospective employees regarding crimes that have occurred on campus in the current three year period. Please refer to the University Police Web site for the complete Annual Security Report (Clery Report) at https://www.newpaltz.edu/police/clery-compliance/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/

Web Site: https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2229

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