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Design Concepts Instructor

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Position: Design Concepts Instructor
Department: Web Development and Interactive Design
Type: Part-time
Date Posted: August 14, 2020

VanArts is seeking an energetic and enthusiastic individual who’s passionate about hybrid mobile app development and is excited to share their passion with others. As a key instructor in the Web Development and Interactive Design Program you love to teach and educate, you’re up with current design trends and technology. Exciting industry changes thrill you and expanding your students minds about what’s possible is at the top of your list.

This is a part-time position leaving you ample time for other work and projects beyond the school walls. We love working professionals who also love to teach.

Reports To

Department Head of Web Development & Interactive Design.

Responsibilities

  • Review and plan out course material before beginning each course
  • Ensure content accuracy
  • Prepare lesson plans
  • Deliver course curriculum to students via in-class lectures, demonstrations, workshops, presentations, handouts, etc.
  • Assess and evaluate student work. Grade assignments and provide students with constructive feedback that supports creative development
  • Provide input to the head of the department in regards to updating the curriculum
  • Attend meetings as needed
  • Maintain professional environment for students
  • Foster students towards employment in the industry

Knowledge, Education and Skills

  • Minimum of 2 years industry experience and relevant certificate diploma or degree, or minimum 10 years industry experience.
  • In-depth knowledge of web design and key applications such as Adobe CC programs (especially Photoshop and Illustrator)
  • Advanced knowledge in, and the ability to teach:
    • Design elements and principles
    • Color theory
    • Visual layout and composition
    • Branding and design for business
    • Typography
    • Iconography
    • Excellent verbal and written communication abilities
    • Experience teaching or leading a classroom
    • Strong ability to problem solve
    • UI design and UX experience an asset
  • Previous teaching, training or mentoring is a big plus.

This class runs: 1 class/week for 12 weeks. Each class is 3 hours for a total of 36 hours of instructional time.

VanArts’ Mission

Our mission is to unlock the creative and career potential within each student.

Send your resume and cover letter describing why you are interested in the position to hr@vanarts.com. Please put “Design Concepts Instructor” in the title of your email.

Date Posted: August 14, 2020

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