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Animation Instructor job

Posted: April 04, 2007
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subject: Animation Instructor , College of the Canyons

College of the Canyons is looking for Animation Instructor
duration - Indefinite

Job details:

Position Description: College of the Canyons is seeking applicants for the professional opportunity of a tenure-track position in Animation for the Fall 2007 semester.   Application packet needs to be received by the first review date of May 4, 2007.

 

Duties of the Position: In addition to teaching a full range of Animation courses, this instructor will have lead responsibilities for the Animation Program. Such responsibilities include but are not limited to: scheduling classes; updating and developing curriculum; submitting Animation Program for departmental, college and state reviews; recruiting students; organizing fundraising opportunities; working with industry partners to develop school-to-work opportunities; and working with other Design, Visual/Fine Arts and Technology faculty to promote the department as a whole. Other faculty responsibilities involve college decision-making activities related to professional and academic matters.  These activities will occur both within the department as well as in the larger college setting.  Perform other duties as assigned.

 

Minimum Qualifications: Possession of a California Community College Instructor Credential in the appropriate area

OR Bachelor’s degree or higher plus 2 years of experience in Animation

OR an Associate’s degree plus 6 years of experience in Animation OR the equivalent. 

 The following are the equivalencies accepted: Equivalency #6:  Associate degree in any discipline and course work equivalent to a major in the discipline of the assignment, plus six years of occupational experience related to the discipline of the assignment or six years of teaching experience in the discipline of the assignment, plus appropriate certification to practice or licensure or its equivalent, if available.

Equivalency #7:  College work equivalent to an Associate degree major in the discipline of the assignment, plus eight years of occupational experience related to the discipline of the assignment or eight years of teaching experience in the discipline of the assignment, plus appropriate certification or licensure or its equivalent, if available.

Equivalency #8:  High school diploma plus completion of a training program with certification in appropriate discipline and two (2) courses in teaching methodology and six (6) years of work experience.

Required Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Abilities: Recent experience as a professional animator.  Current partnerships with the Animation industry. Commitment to keeping the department current with industry standards.

Desirable Knowledge, Skills, Experience and Abilities:  Skilled in both traditional and computer animation.  Experience with computer graphics and software that is used in creating 2-dimensional and 3-dimensional animation.  Previous teaching and/or training experience.  Experience working for one or more of the major studios.  Knowledge of course and/or curriculum development.  Commitment to maintain currency in the discipline, including use of advanced technology required in the discipline.  Strong commitment to professional growth and development and to the continued innovation and improvement of teaching.  Ability to work effectively with computers and other forms of advanced technology utilized in providing high quality instruction and the understanding and successful use of learning technology.  Willingness to facilitate student’s learning by working to develop varied and innovative learning environments.  Ability and willingness to teach a wide range of classes as schedules and institutional commitments require.  Ability to communicate clearly with students and staff, both orally and in writing.  Demonstrated ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with both on-campus groups (including students, faculty, administrators and staff) as well as off-campus community and education partners.  In addition to being well qualified to teach in their respective disciplines, it is desirable that faculty have additional abilities and interests in contributing to other professional pursuits at the College, such as:  instructional innovation, second language ability, sponsoring clubs, coaching sports, new program development, student success initiatives and community or high school outreach.  Demonstrated sensitivity to, and understanding of, the diverse academic, socio-economic, cultural, ethnic and disability backgrounds of community college students.

Professional Responsibilities:  Faculty members at College of the Canyons facilitate student learning by working to develop every student’s abilities and by designing varied and exciting learning environments.  Instructors work as team members with all staff, create innovations in learning methods, and work to provide an environment for students to be partners in learning.  Instructors also assist in program planning, carry out related projects, and evaluate related department programs and faculty.  Faculty members carry out their professional responsibilities by participating in the college decision-making activities related to academic and professional matters via meetings, by participating on project teams, by engaging in ongoing and meaningful professional development, and by providing support to students on a one-to-one and small group basis at regularly scheduled times. In addition to professional expertise in teaching within the discipline, applicants should possess the following abilities and attitudes that have been identified as important to successful performance in the position.

 

Professional Abilities:·  Success and commitment as a team player, including the ability to engage in cooperative problem solving; Success at initiating, executing and following up on projects, including the ability to set specific objectives and measure achieved results; A commitment to the mission and values of the community college; A positive attitude, including the ability to foster collegiality; Flexibility, including the acceptance of and willingness to change; Open-mindedness, including fairness and the ability to see multiple perspectives; The willingness to take risks and be innovative; A willingness to see complex tasks through to completion; and  the willingness to accept responsibility for professional and personal growth.

 

Conditions of Employment: 

Ten-month position, anticipated starting date Fall 2007.  

Placement on the Academic Salary Schedule C depending on education and experience. 

·          An excellent benefit package including medical, vision, dental, life and Section 125 is offered.

Part of the teaching assignment may be evenings and/or weekends both at on- or off-campus locations.  The instructor may be expected to deliver instruction utilizing nontraditional delivery methods. 

A teaching demonstration will be required for those candidates selected for an initial interview.

 

Apply at our website: http://www.canyons.edu/ OR to receive an application packet contact:  661-259-7800 ex. 7232,  TTY/TDD#661-362-5426.

 

Applications may also be downloaded at our website http://www.canyons.edu/.

 

Application and Selection Process:

 

It is important to not the College of the Canyons faculty selection process takes approximately 8 weeks from the first review date.  Applicants may expect to be notified within approximately 30 days following the first review date as to the status of their applications. 

 

The following materials re required as part of the application process.  All Application materials must be received in the Human Resources Office by 5:00 p.m. on the first review date of May 4, 2007.  The Human Resources Office is located in building X6 at 26455 Rockwell Canyon Rd., Santa Clarita, CA 91355.

 

Incomplete applications will not be considered for this position.

 

1. A completed District Academic Application Form with an original signature (Applications made online do not require an original signature)

 2.  Resume must detail professional and teaching experience relating to traditional and/or computer Animation.  List specific knowledge of applicable hardware and software.

3.Cover letter should address how and why candidate meets the required skills for this position.

4. Upon interview appointment, candidates are required to present a ten minute portfolio on an electronic media of applicant’s choice representative of his/her professional and/or personal animation work. Please be prepared to provide any software and/or hardware that would support the presentation.

5. Three letters of professional reference and/or a confidential placement file.  Letters must be signed and dated within the las five (5) years.  One formal, signed teaching evaluation (dated within the last five (5) year may be substituted for one letter of reference. 

6. Completed Request for Equivalency form (only required if you do not meet minimum qualifications). Form is available on our website.

7. Confidential Recruitment Source Information Sheet (Voluntary Survey).  This is voluntary.       

 

It is the applicant's responsibility to ensure that the official application packet is fully and correctly completed.  All materials submitted are for this position only and become the property of the District.  Materials will not be returned, copied, or considered for other openings.  Resumes may not be substituted for the official, original application form.   

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Location: Santa Clarita, California, United States
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