part-time instructor in ux/ui design (theory and/or practice)
Jul 23, 2026 · The American College of Greece
What you'll do
- Teach Graphic Design courses within the Arts and Creative Industries Department
- Deliver student-centered, interactive teaching emphasizing professional and interpersonal communication
- Work independently and collaboratively with colleagues from diverse academic and professional backgrounds
- Foster a dynamic and inclusive learning environment
- Engage in scholarly research related to design education
Key requirements
- Expertise in Graphic Design, Visual Communication Design, UX/UI Design, Web & App Design, and Digital Tools for UI Design
- Skills in Usability, Critical Thinking, Creative Thinking, and Portfolio Development
- Experience in teaching undergraduate or graduate programs, preferably in English-speaking institutions
- Strong interpersonal skills and English fluency
- Collaboration and communication proficiency
- Commitment to student-centered teaching and innovative pedagogy
- User Experience and User Interface Design / Digital Arts / Design / Any Fieldpreferred
Benefits
- Not explicitly stated in the ad.
About the job
The Frances Rich School of Fine and Performing Arts at Deree – The American College of Greece is seeking a Part-Time Instructor to teach Graphic Design courses within the Arts and Creative Industries Department.
Required Qualifications:
Education:
- Master’s degree (or higher) in UX/UI Design, Digital Arts/Design, or a related field, or equivalent professional experience (preferably in Graphic Design/Visual Communication Design).
Experience:
- Professional experience in Visual Communication Design / Graphic Design.
- Teaching experience in undergraduate and/or graduate programs, preferably at an English-speaking institution.
- At least one degree from a US or UK institution.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating expertise in design and digital tools.
Knowledge:
The ideal candidate should have expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Usability & UX Design
- Web & App Design
- Digital Tools for UI Design
- Critical and Creative Thinking in Problem-Solving
- Fundamentals of Visual Systems & UI Design
- Designing Physical and Digital Experiences
- Participatory & Co-Design
- Futures Design, Strategy & Innovation
- Code for Designers
General Skills:
- Excellent interpersonal skills and strong command of spoken and written English.
- Commitment to student-centered, interactive teaching with an emphasis on professional and interpersonal communication.
- Passion for innovative pedagogy and fostering a dynamic, inclusive learning environment.
- Ability to work both independently and collaboratively with colleagues from diverse academic and professional backgrounds.
- Potential for scholarly research engagement.
Desirable Skills and Attributes:
- Experience with online and hybrid teaching.
- Active engagement with design and technology communities.
- Strong communication skills, both written and oral.
- Demonstrated ability to integrate theory and practice in design education.
- Familiarity with emerging trends and futures design methodologies.
Application Deadline: Open until a suitable candidate is found.
Anticipated start date: September, 2025
Application Instructions: Applicants should complete the online application and include the following materials:
- A cover letter describing previous related experience and scholarly interests.
- A current CV.
- Contact details (name, e-mail address, telephone number of at least three persons who have known you in a professional or research context).
About the company
Located in Athens, and originally founded in 1875 in Smyrna, Deree – The American College of Greece is the oldest American-accredited college in Europe and the largest private college in Greece. ACG is an independent, not for profit, nonsectarian, co-educational academic institution.
The College is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, colour, race, nationality, ethnicity, faith, disability, sex, marital status, or sexual orientation. The College strives to maximize valuable talent and potential, and eliminate unconscious bias, prejudice and stereotyping in the workplace.
Job applicants are assessed according to criteria such as suitable qualifications for the positions(s) available, experience, personal skills, ability, potential, and performance in interviews and on employment tests, and receive impartial treatment regardless of age, gender, color, race, nationality, ethnicity, faith, disability, sex, marital status or sexual orientation.
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at Deree – The American College of Greece. Deree seeks high-achieving, student-centered individuals to join our community of faculty and staff.
If interested in applying for a position at Deree, applicants should submit a CV, cover letter and contact information (name, e-mail address, telephone number) for at least three persons who can provide a professional reference). Screening of applicants will continue until positions are filled.
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About the company
Located in Athens, and originally founded in 1875 in Smyrna, Deree – The American College of Greece is the oldest American-accredited college in Europe and the largest private college in Greece. ACG is an independent, not for profit, nonsectarian, co-educational academic institution.
The College is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of age, gender, colour, race, nationality, ethnicity, faith, disability, sex, marital status, or sexual orientation. The College strives to maximize valuable talent and potential, and eliminate unconscious bias, prejudice and stereotyping in the workplace.
Job applicants are assessed according to criteria such as suitable qualifications for the positions(s) available, experience, personal skills, ability, potential, and performance in interviews and on employment tests, and receive impartial treatment regardless of age, gender, color, race, nationality, ethnicity, faith, disability, sex, marital status or sexual orientation.
Thank you for your interest in employment opportunities at Deree – The American College of Greece. Deree seeks high-achieving, student-centered individuals to join our community of faculty and staff.
If interested in applying for a position at Deree, applicants should submit a CV, cover letter and contact information (name, e-mail address, telephone number) for at least three persons who can provide a professional reference). Screening of applicants will continue until positions are filled.
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