Interlochen Center for the Arts · 17 hours ago
Instructor of Visual Arts - Sculpture
Interlochen, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelInterlochen Center for the Arts is seeking a full-time Instructor of Visual Arts-Sculpture to teach highly motivated students in grades 9-12 and post-graduate students. The role involves delivering college-level studio instruction, supervising studio classrooms, and supporting student learning and artistic development in sculpture.
Primary/Secondary Education
Hiring Manager
Brienne Warden, CDR
Responsibilities
Teach a minimum of five hours per day, five days per week, of college-level studio instruction in assigned visual arts areas
Supervise assigned studio classrooms and monitor all visual arts studios
Maintain studio operations, including inventorying and ordering supplies
Attend open tutorial sessions and support student learning outside of scheduled class time
Assist with preparing and installing student exhibitions
Collaborate with the Division Director on course content and instructional direction
Participate in program-related extracurricular activities, including off-campus trips and mission-supporting events
Attend all departmental, full faculty, employee, and institutional meetings
Deliver studio instruction within a structured program that builds from foundational skills to more individualized artistic exploration
Support the development of fundamental skills, art principles, visual interpretation, innovative thinking, and a personalized artistic voice
Engage in cross-disciplinary collaboration with other studios and departments
Participate in individual and group critiques as part of student assessment and growth
Use research and sketchbooks as assessment tools alongside graded assignments
Work closely with students to keep them engaged, motivated, and challenged throughout all projects
Support students in producing their best work, including navigating difficult or high-expectation moments
Communicate with parents as needed regarding student progress and development
Assign grades and write evaluative comments during and at the end of each semester
Qualification
Required
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) required
Strong commitment to both traditional and contemporary sculptural practices
Ability to teach sculpture at all levels
Demonstrated technical proficiency across a range of sculptural materials and processes
Broad awareness of emerging approaches and trends in sculpture
Technical knowledge to safely and effectively operate studio equipment
Solid foundation in studio art practice and familiarity with contemporary art issues and theory
Openness to interdisciplinary approaches to materials and processes, with the ability to support experimentation and innovation in the studio
Familiarity with digital fabrication tools and software, including laser cutters, 3D printers, and CNC routers
Ability to follow and execute detailed verbal and written instructions
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Ability to promote and maintain positive interactions with internal and external stakeholders
Demonstrated respect for cultural, ethnic, spiritual, and linguistic diversity
Sensitivity to differences in personal goals, lifestyles, and family backgrounds
Preferred
Master's degree (MA or MFA) in three-dimensional media or other visual art areas
Documented professional or studio work in sculpture
Teaching experience across multiple studio disciplines is valued but not required
Experience integrating technology into the classroom
Interest in collaboration with colleagues within and beyond the Visual Arts Division
Experience using photography equipment for documenting artwork is desirable
Company
Interlochen Center for the Arts
Interlochen Center for the Arts is a school.
Founded in 1928
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Hanna Charrette
Assistant Director of Admission, Partnership Manager
Janet Morris
Senior Assistant Director of Admission Partnership Coordinator
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