Assistant Professor of Practice in Art Education

Assistant Professor of Practice in Art Education

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The School of Art within the Texas Tech University J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts, invites applications for full‑time, 9‑month, Assistant Professor of Practice in Art Education and Undergraduate Art Education Coordinator to begin in the Fall of 2026.

The ideal candidate should be able to coordinate the BFA in Art Education program, guide students through academic and professional pathways, and contribute service to the department, university, and broader community. This position requires collaborative work with the College of Education and sustained relationships with PK‑12 public schools, including participation in accreditation processes, preparation of program documentation, and engagement in state and national review cycles.

Teaching responsibilities include courses introducing the field of art education, methods courses that integrate both digital and traditional studio practices appropriate for school settings, and workshops supporting art education in local and rural communities. The candidate will supervise field experiences and student teaching placements to ensure that pre‑service art educators meet licensure and professional standards. The role also involves offering practice‑based presentations for current teachers, cultivating professional networks with art educators at the local, regional, and national levels, and contributing to department, college, and university service initiatives.

All prospective employees are encouraged to visit Work at Texas Tech to learn more about becoming a part of our campus community.

Established in 1923, Texas Tech University is a Carnegie R1 (very high research activity) Doctoral/Research‑Extensive, Hispanic Serving, and state‑assisted institution. Located on a beautiful 1,850‑acre campus in Lubbock, a city in West Texas with a growing metropolitan‑area population of over 300,000, the university enrolls over 40,000 students with 33,000 undergraduate and 7,000 graduate students. As the primary research institution in the western two‑thirds of the state, Texas Tech University is home to 10 colleges, the Schools of Law and Veterinary Medicine, and the Graduate School.

The flagship of the Texas Tech University System, Texas Tech is dedicated to student success by preparing learners to be ethical leaders for a diverse and globally competitive workforce. It is committed to enhancing the cultural and economic development of the state, nation, and world.

About Lubbock:
Referred to as the "Hub City" because it serves as the educational, cultural, economic, and health care hub of the South Plains region, Lubbock boasts a diverse population and a strong connection to community, history, and land. With a mild climate, highly rated public schools, and a low cost of living, Lubbock is a family‑friendly community that is ranked as one of the best places to live in Texas.

Lubbock is home to a celebrated and ever‑evolving music scene, a vibrant arts community, and is within driving distance of Dallas, Austin, Santa Fe, and other major metropolitan cities. Lubbock's Convention & Visitors Bureau provides a comprehensive overview of the Lubbock community and its resources, programs, events, and histories.

The J.T. & Margaret Talkington College of Visual & Performing Arts (TCVPA) is the beating heart of Texas Tech University. We are a Values Based Organization, an creative community with the resources of a world‑class public university. Our students from all over the world shine with Texas‑sized ambition, curiosity, and compassion. Across the School of Art, School of Music, School of Theatre & Dance and the Department of Interdisciplinary Arts, our schools provide a supportive visual and performing arts education.

New students join a community of 1,150 arts dedicated undergraduate and graduate students – including D.M.A. and Ph.D. candidates, and over 135 faculty members. The arts are relevant, critical, and essential to contemporary life. An education in the arts inspires students to communicate through artistic…