Part Time Instructor for Experiencing Architecture
History of Art & Architecture - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (25002899)
The Architectural Studies program is excited to host the fourth installment of a summer program for local high school
students interested in studying and pursuing careers in architecture. Experiencing Architecture will introduce students to
various facets of architectural study and practice through a design project, site tours, engagement with local professionals,
lectures, and discussions. The program will be held in-person on the University of Pittsburgh Oakland campus for three
weeks in July. 20-24 high school students from Pittsburgh and the surrounding region will participate. We are seeking
to engage a lead Instructor for the program who will develop the curriculum and meet with students over a three-week
period, 5-days per week, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. The program will also hire undergraduate Program Assistants who
are current students in the Architectural Studies Program and who will support the instructors in the program daily.
Responsibilities will include demonstrating hand drawing, sketching, and digital rendering techniques; developing lessons
and lectures; planning and executing trips and events; assisting students with building physical or digital models; tech and helping set up zoom meetings; answering student questions; and preparing for and cleaning up after
each day.
Interested candidates should be practicing architects or architectural designers, in addition to having and displaying
experience teaching and working with young people. Strong applicants for the Instructor position will be patient,
thoughtful, capable, and excited to introduce young people from diverse backgrounds to architecture and to the University
of Pittsburgh and to pathways in the study of architecture.
A letter of interest and an up-to-date Resumé/CV should be submitted by Friday, June 23, 2025. Letters of interest should
indicate: (1) experiences working with or teaching young people; (2) experiences in developing and instructing courses
that involve design and hands-on making (such as Architectural Studies design studios, studio arts courses, and digital
fabrication classes); (3) availability during weekdays from July 7-25, from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences is committed to building and fostering a culturally diverse environment. Excellent interpersonal and relationship-building skills and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and constituencies in support of a diverse community are required.
The University of Pittsburgh is committed to championing all aspects of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility within our community. This commitment is a fundamental value of the University and is crucial in helping us advance our mission, which includes attracting and retaining diverse workforces. We will continue to create and maintain an environment that allows individuals to discover, belong, contribute, and grow, while honoring the experiences, perspectives, and unique identities of all.
The University of Pittsburgh is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and values equality of opportunity, human dignity and diversity. EOE, including disability/vets.
Assignment Category: Part-time regular
Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This position may be bargaining unit eligible
Campus: Pittsburgh
Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
Required Attachments: Cover Letter, Curriculum Vitae
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