Assistant or Associate Professor of Art (Art Education)

Department Art Department

Budget Title Assistant or Associate Professor

Local Title Assistant or Associate Professor of Art (Art Education)

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The Art Department at the State University of New York (SUNY) at New Paltz seeks applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor of Art Education. This is a full-time, 10-month, tenure-track position with an anticipated start date of August 2025. The Art Education program at SUNY New Paltz is a robust, progressive teacher preparation program housed within a thriving Art Department. Our art education and studio art programs promote creative education for all with the understanding of art’s capacity to foster students who are problem solvers and agents of change for community transformation. The Art Education program is enriched by our community-based Saturday Arts lab, the critically acclaimed Dorsky Museum, and our visiting artists program that brings nationally and internationally recognized artists to campus throughout the academic year Learn more about us here: https://www.newpaltz.edu/fpa/art/art-education/

We are seeking a dedicated artist-educator with extensive experience teaching children and youth in school and/or community settings. As we launch our new Master of Arts in Teaching (MAT) program in Fall 2025, we encourage applications from candidates with experience teaching and/or leading art education programs at the graduate level. A vibrant studio or creative practice is also highly valued. The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about collaborating with faculty, museum educators, local schools, community partners, and statewide arts organizations to develop innovative initiatives that enhance our art education program at both the graduate and undergraduate levels.

Responsibilities for tenure-track faculty at SUNY New Paltz include but are not limited to:

• A 3/3 teaching load, which may involve the design and supervision of field placements and internships in schools and community organizations.
• Demonstrable empathy and generosity with both students and colleagues.
• Collaboration on interdisciplinary initiatives and partnership opportunities for student engagement on campus and in the community.
• Continuous engagement in creative/scholarly research and professional activity.
• Service to the department, college, and university including participation on departmental and college-wide committees and student advising/mentorship. Service may also include promoting the art education programs statewide and beyond.

QualificationsRequired:

• A doctorate (PhD or EdD) is required at time of hire; however, exceptional ABD candidates with an established completion date will be considered.
• The equivalent of at least three years of full-time teaching experience with children and youth.
• Must be well-versed in a wide range of contemporary approaches and critical issues in both art and art education and have a track record of successful collaborations.

Preferred:

• Strong preference for candidates with expertise in teaching or leading graduate studies
• Candidates who have a strong creative/studio practice
• Ability to integrate traditional and new media in PK-12 art classrooms

Special Instructions to ApplicantsElectronic submissions required. Individuals with disabilities who need assistance with the application process should call (845) 257-3628.

Candidates will be required to electronically submit:

• Cover letter
• CV
• Contact information for three professional references. References will will be invited to submit letters of recommendation
• Two to five examples of creative and/or scholarly work collected in a single PDF
• Ten images or examples of student work, collected in a single PDF
• Statement of teaching philosophy

Please apply by visiting https://jobs.newpaltz.edu/postings/2653

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled; priority given to those received before January 10, 2025.

Other important information about this vacancy 

This position offers full New York State benefits which are among the most comprehensive in the country; see them here: https://www.suny.edu/benefits/benefit-summaries/. The State University of New York at New Paltz is a highly selective, public University that is recognized regionally for the strength of its academic programs. It is located in the beautiful Hudson River Valley with easy access to New York City and other nearby recreational and cultural amenities.

SUNY New Paltz recognizes the unique skills, perspective, talents and passion that each employee contributes to its learning community. To work here is to accept an invitation to participate in the growth and development of all campus members—students, faculty and staff. The University’s commitment to inclusive excellence is an important part of our mission of public education and our culture. New Paltz continues to work on building a community that supports freedom, mutual respect, and civility. We seek others who support these values of diversity and inclusiveness and candidates of all diverse backgrounds who wish to participate in our cultural aspirations are welcome and encouraged to apply. All people with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

The State University of New York at New Paltz is an AA/EOE/ADA employer.

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