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Instructor of Art History
bsu· Ball State University
About this role
Position Title:
Instructor of Art HistoryCompensation:
$3,000-$9,000Department:
School of Art - TempStart Date:
08/24/2026About this opportunity:
The School of Art at Ball State University invites applications for part-time instructors to teach a variety of art history courses, including AHS 101 Art in a Globalized World: Art History before 1500 CE, AHS 102 Art in a Globalized World: Art History after 1500 CE, and upper-level courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. Successful candidates may be hired to teach between one and three sections and we offer both online and in-person modalities.Course development support and pedagogical mentoring will be offered. All instructors are expected to communicate regularly with students, provide meaningful and timely assessments, post course information on Canvas, and submit grades and other reports on time.
The School of Art has over forty full-time faculty and staff and offers state-of-the-art facilities serving more than 700 undergraduate majors. Programs at the BA, BS, and BFA levels include art education, art history, graphic design, animation production, illustration, game art/design, visual effects, and a studio art program that includes drawing, painting, printmaking, ceramics, glass, metals + jewelry, sculpture, photography, and video and new media. School of Art students enjoy world-class facilities, with over 73,000 square feet of classroom, gallery, and studio space in the Art and Journalism Building, Applied Technology Building, and the Marilyn K. Glick Center for Glass. Students and faculty work closely with David Owsley Museum of Art on campus, among the finest university art collections in the nation. Ball State University is accredited by the National Association for Schools of Art and Design.
Candidates for searches must have current authorization to be employed in the U.S. without employer sponsorship.
Applications will remain active for 1 year. Candidates may not hear from the school until there is a need to hire an instructor.
What you'll do and what you'll bring:
Description:
Instructors of Art History will teach undergraduate courses in Art History, including AHS 101, AHS 102, and/or other courses in the candidate’s area of expertise.
Duties and Responsibilities:
Teach between 1 and 3 undergraduate art history courses.
Minimum Qualifications:
Master’s degree in art history or a related field from an accredited institution by date of appointment.
One semester of teaching experience at the college level.
Preferred Qualifications:
Ph.D. in art history or a related field from an accredited institution by date of appointment.
One year of teaching experience at the college level.
How to apply:
For inquiries regarding this opportunity, please contact:
Lara Kuykendall, Director, lkuykendall@bsu.edu
IMPORTANT: To ensure accurate processing of your application, do not rely on a resume upload to populate the job experience section. All work history must be entered directly into the application fields.
Cover Letter
Resume/Curriculum Vitae
Example syllabus for one introductory global survey of art history
Contact information (including email addresses) for three professional references
The option to upload transcripts is available. Original, official transcripts showing the highest related degree earned is required at the time of hire (even if obtained at BSU). Degree verification will be conducted.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the Instructor of Art History role at bsu?
The listed salary for this Instructor of Art History position at bsu is USD 3K–9K. This is an Part time role.
Where is the Instructor of Art History position at bsu located?
This Instructor of Art History role at bsu is based in Ball State University. The position is listed as on-site or hybrid. Check the full job description or apply directly to confirm the work arrangement.
Is the Instructor of Art History role at bsu full-time or part-time?
This is listed as a Part time position. It is posted as a Instructor of Art History role in the Ball State University department at bsu.
Which team or department does the Instructor of Art History at bsu belong to?
This Instructor of Art History position is part of the Ball State University department at bsu. See the full job description for more information about the team structure and responsibilities.
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Instructor of Art History
bsu · 💰 USD 3K–9K
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