Photography Assistant Professor

Los Rios Community College District
$52,790.00 - $99,628.00 Annually
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United States, California, Sacramento
Jan 06, 2025
Position Summary The faculty member shall be responsible for the following: teaching assigned classes under the supervision of the area dean; helping students fulfill their maximum potential in mastering course content; assessing student learning outcomes; maintaining a thorough and up-to-date knowledge in their regular teaching field; continuing professional development; utilizing current technology in the performance of job duties; maintaining standards of professional conduct and ethics appropriate to the professional position; assisting with articulation and curriculum development and review; serving on college committees and participating in faculty governance including accreditation and student co-curricular activities; assuming other responsibilities as assigned by the area dean; fulfilling other duties and responsibilities of a full-time faculty member. Position Salary Information: Initial maximum salary placement is based on academic degree, upper/graduate level units earned, and/or related professional occupational experience per theLos Rios College Federation of Teachers Contract (the initial maximum placement is Class V, Step 8). For more information on the step placement process, pleaseclick here. Typical Duties The instructional assignment may include, but is not limited to, teaching courses in all levels of Photography at the college including: Studio Lighting Photoshop Lightroom and Bridge Beginning, Intermediate and Advanced Photography classes in both digital and analog modalities Photo History Video capture Emerging technologies including drone operation and ethical use of Artificial Intelligence Darkroom Alternative and historical processes Under the general direction of the Arts, Media and Entertainment (AME) division dean, the Photography instructor interacts with faculty and staff from several departments and divisions. The Photography instructor's primary responsibility is to teach beginning, intermediate, advanced photography classes with both digital and video capture techniques. These classes may be offered in a distance education format. The Photography instructor will use a learning and student-centered approach to assist in curriculum development and growth to meet the current and future needs of a rapidly changing professional environment. A strong candidate should also possess excellent interpersonal and communication skills, as well as the ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team. The instructor will be responsible for staying current with both digital still and video capture applications including software and photographic principles. Extensive knowledge of photography theory and practices and an ability to utilize current industry standard photography applications. The candidate should have experience working in a learning environment and the ability to quickly and independently solve problems as they arise. They should be willing and able to learn new technologies in digital and video fields and related industries. To view a complete list of courses for this discipline, please visit the Programs and Majors webpage for the specific campus: ARC Programs and Majors CRC Programs and Majors FLC Programs and Majors SCC Programs and Majors Minimum Qualifications Master's in photography, fine arts, or art OR Bachelor's in any of the above AND Master's in art history or humanities OR the equivalent. All degrees must be from an accredited institution completed by time of hire. Have an equity-minded focus, responsiveness, and sensitivity to and understanding of the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds of community college students, including those with physical or learning disabilities as it relates to differences in learning styles; and successfully foster and support an inclusive educational and employment environment. NOTES: If your degree title differs from the minimum qualifications listed above, you are requested to apply under the "equivalent" provision. Applicants applying under the "equivalent" provision must attach details and explain how their academic preparation and/or professional experience is the equivalent of the degrees/minimum qualifications listed above. Please visit our website for a sample letter and information on the equivalency determination process. If you have already been granted equivalency for this discipline, you must attach a copy of your determination form or letter.