Art Instructor Cover Letter

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the art instructor position.

In my previous role, I was responsible for instruction of History of Western Art and/or Art Appreciation.

Please consider my experience and qualifications for this position:

• Demonstrated expertise in 3D animation as an art form as evident in portfolio
• After Effects (and Adobe CC)
• The Foundry Production Collective (Nuke, Mari, Hiero, Modo)
• Mudbox / ZBrush
• Experience in immersive technologies
• Experience teaching principles or history of digital arts and/or animation
• Experience teaching art foundations classes
• Evidence of exhibition record and research agenda

I would like to submit my application for the art instructor opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

In my previous role, I was responsible for support for the development, implementation and management of EpiC’s push and pull TA system for ART acceleration.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff and student environment or commitment to do so as an employee at VCUQatar
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching is also preferred
• Extensive art teaching experience
• International travel experience preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, DropBox, Blackboard, and the Internet
• Basic knowledge of chemistry and its connection to art materials and techniques
• Familiarity with undergraduate research opportunities and requirements
• Flexibility to teach evening and/or off-campus courses

Please consider me for the art instructor opportunity. I am including my resume that lists my qualifications and experience.

Previously, I was responsible for written post-course evaluations including analysis of student feedback and incorporate suggestions into course materials and design.

Please consider my qualifications and experience:

• MFA in Studio Art or Photography
• Thorough knowledge of the appropriate field of study, Thorough knowledge of counseling and advising techniques
• Master with a background in Art
• Experience teaching art history or equivalent professional experience
• Capable of/Experience teaching Art History I and II survey courses
• Experience integrating general education principles into art history classes
• Experience integrating technology into course delivery
• College-level teaching experience preferred (Graduate school teaching assistant experience is applicable if applicant was the instructor of record)

I would like to submit my application for the art instructor opening. Please accept this letter and the attached resume.

Previously, I was responsible for instruction that is consistent and coordinated with TJACE@PVCC’s instructional program including the development of course syllabi and daily lesson plans.

I reviewed the requirements of the job opening and I believe my candidacy is an excellent fit for this position. Some of the key requirements that I have extensive experience with include:

• Experience teaching at a community college or teaching diverse student populations
• Extensive portfolio and exhibition record
• Mastery of materials and techniques of various studio art disciplines including drawing, printmaking, installation and contemporary art theories and practices
• Knowledge of art history and contemporary art is essential
• Willingness to work and teach outdoors and in a studio environment as course projects dictate
• Phi Beta Kappa is preferred
• A letter of application with statement of teaching philosophy
• A brief overview of scholastic research and/or professional work (portfolio), along with contact information for three references

I submit this application to express my sincere interest in the art instructor position.

Previously, I was responsible for leadership within the respective discipline in identifying Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) and ensuring that content and instructional activities are integrated into course delivery that will result in students achieving the desired outcomes and documenting their attainment.

My experience is an excellent fit for the list of requirements in this job:

• Ongoing professional development and membership on an appropriate regional, state, and/or national organization related to teaching assignment
• Responsibility for establishing a campus presence by holding regular office hours, advising students, participating in campus life, and doing assigned committee work
• Working knowledge of Discipline-based Art Education theory and practice integrating art history, criticism, aesthetics and studio elements into lesson plans
• Experience working or volunteering with art museum programming
• Experience with critical multiculturalism
• Have basic drawing and painting skills
• Be willing to teach courses at a variety of times, days, locations and/or online
• Prepared to teach a course with a strong active learning component