Assistant / Associate Professor of Art

Company: University of La Verne
Location: La Verne
Posted on: April 3, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Summary The University of La Verne, College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Art, Photography, and Art History invites applications for Assistant or Associate Professor (tenure track) of Visual Arts with an appointment to begin fall of 2026. Rank commensurate with professional status and teaching experience. The University of La Verne recognizes principles of social equity, inclusion, and diversity as fundamental to its mission. These principles require sustained attention to a multiplicity of differences and call for an expansion of the forms of knowledge that shape our curricula and pedagogy. The University is committed to the collective work of institutional transformation and values applicants whose teaching, pedagogical and professional experiences have prepared them to foster and sustain equitable learning environments. We especially welcome faculty whose pedagogy engages diverse perspectives, expands forms of knowledge, and helps foster a culture of belonging where all students, staff, and faculty can thrive. We seek an experienced educator and artist capable of teaching coursework centered on studio practice while also addressing the conceptual dimensions of visual art and its relevance to contemporary professional practice. The successful candidate will have a strong professional record, characterized by a forward-thinking portfolio of work and a critical perspective on the trajectory of contemporary visual art. The department welcomes candidates whose teaching and professional practice centers on bodies of knowledge that emerge from historically underrepresented, marginalized, and/or underserved communities. Applicants must be capable of critically implementing new curricular offerings in conceptual, and/or narrative-based approaches to image-making. We are seeking an artist with an eye on emerging technologies such as Artificial Intelligences (AI) and an understanding of the various factors affecting contemporary visual art. Please submit the following to the listing: 1.) Letter of Interest addressing the qualifications and responsibilities listed above. 2.) Current Curriculum Vitae, including a record of teaching and professional activity. 3.) A 1-2 page teaching philosophy that articulates your approach to inclusive pedagogy 4.) Two Syllabi that demonstrate an inclusive approach to teaching Illustration to foster student intellectual and creative growth. 5.) Professional Portfolio* : Please provide a professional portfolio of no more than 20 images formatted into a single Adobe PDF . Image file size should be consistent, medium to high resolution is recommended (at least 1024 pixels wide). Video/audio: If you would like to include sound or video media, upload media to a sharing platform that allows content to be viewed using a web link. Please copy that link into your PDF , providing contextual information as appropriate. Video/audio files of any length can be submitted, but it may be beneficial to edit/limit submissions to 5 minutes unless there is a compelling reason to go beyond that limit. 6.) Student work:* Please provide a student work portfolio of no more than 20 images formatted into a single Adobe PDF . Portfolio of images of student work (20 images maximum, in one PDF , images should be submitted in slideshow format and include an image description list and contextualizing captions). See directions above for including time-based work. *Please add document submissions for numbers 5 and 6 as “Sample Materials”. Minimum Qualifications MFA or its equivalent in visual art, or an equivalent combination of applicable academic, professional, and community-based experience. Compassionate and skillful educator, with demonstrated exceptional teaching ability and collegial spirit of collaboration. Insightful critical thinking and the ability to comfortably engage students in discourse on the complexities and challenges of contemporary art. Flexibility in teaching a range of studio courses, which may include Painting, Drawing, Sculpture, Installation Art, Design, Digital Media, as well as advanced electives that relate to one or more art sub-genres. Ability and willingness to step into leadership roles as needed by the department and college, including service on university, college-wide committees and department service. Preferred Qualifications At least 2 years of full-time or 8 semesters part-time experience teaching at the college-level. Demonstrated commitment to fostering equitable learning environments where a diverse student body can thrive, using inclusive, culturally responsive, and accessible pedagogies to support critical engagement with art. Significant professional experience and an active art practice with an ongoing record of achievement characterized by a personal, distinctive artistic vision. Candidates’ expertise may diverge from traditional market areas, and a trajectory of involvement with emerging technologies and markets is desired. A critical and constructive perspective on artificial intelligences-cultivated alongside an active studio practice-is highly valued. Applications may not be edited once they are certified and submitted. Only materials that have been requested will be considered. Names and contact information for three references are requested as part of the application process at the finalist stage. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until the position is filled.

Keywords: University of La Verne, Bell Gardens , Assistant / Associate Professor of Art, Design, Graphic Design & CAD , La Verne, California