Job Details

East Stroudsburg University’s Department of Art+ Media+Digital Design is looking for Adjunct Instructors to teach courses in foundation to advanced art/design and digital media studios and classrooms. Located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania, ESU’s proximity to New York City and Philadelphia provides convenient access to internships, careers and social activities. Just minutes from campus are the country’s largest water parks, scenic Delaware Water Gap Recreation Area, Appalachian Trail, and other opportunities for recreational fun. 

The Art+Media+Digital Design Department is accepting applications for future temporary positions in foundation to advanced traditional to digital media (including Art History). Applicants will present teaching experience in their area of competence, and an ability to integrate strong historical and contemporary knowledge, theory, and professional experience in the field. The successful candidate is expected to maintain ongoing creative endeavors in art, design, and digital media practices and/or research and contribute to the culture of the University through service activities.

The ESU Department of Art+Media+Digital Design offers a wide range of options that will prepare the student for B.A and B.F.A. degrees in Art and design, and a B.S. in Digital Media. These degrees will allow the student to meet the challenges of careers that include graphic design, web design, product design, photography, illustration, 3D printing, studio art, digital production, television, audio, video, and animation.

Qualifications

• The successful candidates will possess a minimum of a Master of Fine Art, Master of Industrial Design, and Master of Art, Ph.D. in Art History or a related field.
• Applicant must be competent to teach courses in any of the following courses: fundamental drawing, 2D or 3D design, painting, illustration, ceramics, graphic design, television, video, digital production, audio, instruction technology, web design, photography, product design, animation, or art history

What We Offer 

• If qualified, outstanding benefits package including medical from date of hire, retirement contributions, employee wellness program, and paid holiday leave.
• Optional membership to PSECU Credit Union
• Community commitment to living by the Warrior Code:   
  • Accountable for One's Actions  
  • Positive, Honest, and Loyal  
  • Committed to Self-Growth  
  • Willing to Sacrifice for the Greater Good  
  • Respectful of the Environment and Community  
  • Dedicated to Empowering Others  

Special Instructions to Applicant

Applicants must apply through the ESU Job Portal and are required to attach the following to the online application:  a letter of application, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts (official transcripts required before the appointment), and contact information including e-mail addresses for three professional references. Upload all documents to the online application. Final selection will be based on a review of the candidate’s vita and a successful interview (If conducted by the search committee). Only confidential reference letters are accepted at askhr@esu.edu. All candidates must provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States and official transcripts at the time of employment.

Must be at least 18 years old and have English literacy skills. Employment with ESU is contingent on the selected candidate passing a thorough background check that includes: FBI fingerprinting, PA Child Abuse, and employment/degree verifications. We are proud ESU is an equal-opportunity employer. For more information on President Long's 10-point plan, click here: https://www.esu.edu/president/10-action-plan.cfm