The Department of Art at Brookdale Community College invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in Art History beginning spring of 2026.  In addition to teaching responsibilities, the successful candidate will spend an average of 14 hours per week during the 10-month contractual period to serve as Gallery Coordinator for Brookdale’s Center for Visual Arts gallery, receiving release time equivalent to two courses per academic semester in support of these duties.

Position Summary

Faculty members are primarily teachers and are responsible for the preparation and implementation of assigned courses. Faculty maintain office hours and engage in departmental, divisional, and college-wide activities. They are also required to remain current in their academic fields and in technology and are encouraged to pursue leadership roles within their discipline.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Teach three introductory and survey courses in Art History per academic semester including
  • ARTH-106: Art History Ancient/Medieval
  • ARTH-107: Art History Renaissance/Contemporary 
  • ARTH-105: Art Appreciation.
• Curriculum development.
• Oversee the programming, curation, installation, and promotion of exhibitions in the Center for Visual Arts gallery including student, faculty, and visiting artist exhibitions.
• Coordinate annual exhibition calendar in collaboration with department faculty.
• Supervise student interns or gallery assistants.
• Manage gallery budget and ensure proper maintenance of the space.
• Facilitate public engagement and community outreach through events, talks, and publications related to gallery programming.
• Prepare and utilize instructional materials in a variety of formats.
• Utilize appropriate and contemporary pedagogical techniques to enhance student comprehension and mastery.
• Incorporate academic technologies and library materials where appropriate into coursework for enhanced learning.
• Assist students in their assigned area of instruction during office hours.
• Communicate through electronic mail, virtual and face-to-face meetings, learning management systems, and other channels as appropriate.
• Participate regularly in the assessment of course, program, and general education learning outcomes.
• Evaluate student learning in accordance with college deadlines.
• Treat students fairly, consistently, and in an ethical manner.
• Participate in curriculum development and revision, Academic Program Review, and institutional assessment efforts.
• Adhere to departmental and college policies and regulations.
• Pursue professional development, maintain academic discipline currency, required certifications and licenses, and increase knowledge and effectiveness in teaching through self and graduate study, workshops, and conferences.
• Adhere to federal and state regulations, including but not limited to handling and disposal of hazardous materials, student privacy/FERPA regulations, etc.
• Engage in an ongoing process of assessment at the institutional, program, and course level to improve student learning and success.
• Adhere to departmental and college policies and regulations.

Minimum Education & Experience Requirements

• Master’s Degree in Art History or Master’s Degree in a related field with 18 graduate semester hours in Art History.
• Three years of experience teaching at the undergraduate level beyond the role of teaching assistant.
• Demonstrated experience in gallery coordination, especially in academic or community settings.
• Must have the commitment and the ability to use technology to enhance classroom teaching, student learning, and to communicate through the College's email and LMS.
• Licenses, certificates, and/or additional work experience may be required in addition to or may be substituted for an advanced degree for selected disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications & Special Considerations: 

• Knowledge of Monmouth County and its communities. 
• Faculty Members teaching extra courses or working additional hours during the academic year and in the summer receive additional compensation.

Application Materials

• Cover letter addressing qualifications and interest in the position.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Contact information for three professional references.
• Unofficial copy of graduate transcripts.
• Candidates invited for a second level interview may be required to provide a teaching demonstration.

Summary of Benefits: Ten-Month Faculty

Special Instructions to Applicants: 

A review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled. Submission of application materials by September 30th, 2025, is preferred to ensure full consideration.