Forsyth Tech Community College

Job Title Digital Design and Digital Photography Instructor

Posting Number 2518

Job Schedule Part Time

Job Shift Day, Evening

OCR Code / Classification 2 - Instructor - Faculty

Min Salary $35.85

Max Salary $38.30

Work Location Main Campus

Job Description Summary

Forsyth Tech is seeking a part-time faculty to teach the Digital Design and Digital Photography courses asynchronously for our main campus in Winston Salem, NC. These classes are online/asynchronous, so preferred applicants should have experience in asynchronous instruction

The Digital Design course is designed to introduce students to the elements and principles of design through the use of digital software. Emphasis is placed on developing composition and design skills using vector, raster, and time-based media.

The Digital Photography course introduces digital photographic equipment, theory and processes. Emphasis is placed on camera operation, composition, computer photo manipulation and creative expression. Both courses are suggested electives for our AFA/ Visual Art program.

Minimum Qualifications

Required:

• MFA, MM, or terminal degree in a relevant discipline, along with experience instructing at the college level

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred:

• Community College teaching experience
• Teaching asynchronous courses.

Essential Duties

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Working knowledge of Office 365.
• Assume responsibility for teaching assignments as designated by the department chairperson and approved by the dean.
• Assume responsibility for maintaining all required College records including electronic attendance and grade reports, roll books, etc.
• Make recommendations to Department Chair for supplies, equipment, and equipment repairs.
• Construct, administer, and grade examinations.
• Assume responsibility for being familiar with and adhering to all policies of the College.
• Treat others respectfully, speak to others courteously and behave in such a way that creates a workplace environment that is marked by trustworthiness, honest but polite communication, and interpersonal interactions that are both personally cordial and professionally appropriate.
• Model an understanding of and commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy and mission.

Physical Demands

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• The employee will need to regularly operate and use computers, phones and other electronic equipment.
• The employee will frequently communicate and must be able to exchange accurate information with others.
• The employee may need to move around their office and/or campus to attend meetings/ classes and to access files, machinery or other job-related tools.
• The employee may need to lift and/or move equipment, tools or paperwork up to 25 pounds.
• The employee may need to position themselves by reaching, stooping, kneeling or crouching in order to adjust or collect equipment and/or supplies.
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

Workplace Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Encounters low to moderate noise levels in the work environment.

Open Date 04/22/2025

Close Date 05/13/2025

Open Until Filled No

Special Instructions to Applicants