Computer Arts Faculty Position

Dynamic and fast-growing Computer Arts program is looking for a full time instructor to teach animation, 3D modeling and web design. The Computer Arts Department combines design and technical skills with a concept-based approach to new media design.

Qualifications Required: a BFA or BA in computer arts, multimedia or related field. Related occupational experience and a commitment to serving the needs of a diverse student body. Demonstrated professional activities. Good recommendations.

Qualifications Preferred: Significant coursework in the areas of animation, 3D model rendering, web design.

THOMAS NELSON COMMUNITY COLLEGE is a comprehensive, multi-campus community college in historic southeastern Virginia at the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay. It serves the cities of Hampton, Newport News, Poquoson, and Williamsburg and the counties of York and James City. The College had a fall enrollment of 8,512 head count and 4,773 FTE.
TNCC is a learning centered college seeking individuals to complement our quality faculty. The successful candidate must be committed to working with a diverse student body residing in a multicultural setting and to utilizing technology in the delivery of instruction.
Expectations of Successful Candidates: Demonstrated teaching skills, commitment to the community college philosophy, strong interpersonal and communication skills, a commitment to diversity issues, a strong orientation to teamwork, the ability to work effectively with a non-traditional student body at an urban community college,
demonstrated professional activities, excellent recommendations, and familiarity with computers and the application of technology to instruction.
General Responsibilities of Teaching Faculty: Teaching load of 12 credits per semester which may include courses on and off campus, day and evening, weekdays and weekends, providing courses utilizing distance learning, participating in curriculum and course development and assessment, providing academic advising, and participating in division and college committees.
Responsibilities include: Teach courses in computer arts. Advise curricular students. Participate in course and curriculum development. Serve on college committees.


Rank and Salary: $33,835 - $47,877 Rank and salary commensurate with education and experience.
Starting Date: August 16, 2005
Application Process: A State of Virginia Employment application form, a letter of application, resume, personal copies of all college transcripts, names of three references with current addresses and telephone numbers must be submitted to the Human Resources Department. A review of Application materials will commence on April 18, 2005 and will continue until the position is filled.
Faxed, e-mailed or electronic applications will not be accepted. Application packages are to be mailed to the following address: Thomas Nelson Community College, Human Resources Department, P.O. Box 9407, Hampton, VA 23670. State of Virginia Employment Application may be obtained by calling 757-825-2728. The application form can also be downloaded from http://www.dhrm.state.va.us.
Thomas Nelson Community College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and actively seeks applications from women and minority candidates.