Teacher - Fashion History (Temporary) - Dubai

Teacher - Fashion History (Temporary) - Dubai

Job Summary

The purpose of this job is to be part of Istituto Marangoni teachers’ education team, teaching on a range of BA and MA courses in the field of Fashion Design.

As teacher, you’ll also be involved in wider enterprise, course administration, scholarship and research developments in your area of expertise: Fashion History, History of Arts and Design and Costume History, Criticism of fashion.

You’ll use this activity in your teaching and in supporting educational partners to develop research-engaged practice.

Key Purpose of the Job

Area of expertise:

• History of Fashion
• Costume History
• History and Criticism of Contemporary Fashion
• Contemporary Fashion Panorama
• History of Applied Arts
• Fashion Journalism
• Fine Arts Studies

Teaching Activities

Plan and deliver the subjects through a clear and appropriate approach towards the student, compliant with CAA standards. Draw up Course File Structure. Preparation of teaching materials for units assigned in accordance to Istituto Marangoni methodological guidelines and indications received by the local Director of Education and Programme Leader. Engage with the academic and creative culture of the School through the development and participation in School and Company projects, lectures and events, enabling currency & innovation within the related field of study. Perform such course management and administrative duties as required in support of learning and teaching and individual scholarly development in complex and changing contexts.

Students’ Academic Support

Develop the students’ learning progress and monitor the learning approach, student experience and developmental stages of the students. Develop students' creativity, passion for the subject and problems solving skills through group work, field trips, and industry-supported projects. Ensure that students are appropriately supported and provided with timely and constructive guidance for their academic developments and pastoral care. Assess students’ progression in formative and summative assessments throughout the academic year. Establish and maintain appropriate working relationships with an international pool of lecturers, students of different nationalities, staff and the local Director of Education. Contribute to the development and enhancement of designated academic provision.

R&D Activities

Promote and develop the R&D activities assigned by the Director of Education. Support the R&D of the School and the connection with other scientific partners.

Industry Project

Initiate & foster engagement with relevant industries, organizations and professional bodies to develop opportunities for the School in the field.

Educational and Professional Requirements

• Master’s degree in the area of expertise is a compulsory requirement.
• PhD is a Plus.
• Min. 3 years of experience as teacher in an International Institution (min. University Level).
• Education Qualification Equivalency from the Ministry of Education in the United Arab Emirates.
• Relevant teaching experience with students from a wide variety of age groups and skill levels (undergraduate level, postgraduate level).
• Relevant experience with creating educational materials and extracurricular activities to challenge students and meet curriculum objectives.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with a strong attention to detail as well as critical-thinking skills.
• Excellent research skills, pursuing research activities, writing research proposals, research reports, papers and other publications, managing research budgets, preparing bids for funding for departmental research projects.
• Strong relationship-building skills to build networks and solid connections with the luxury (fashion or design) industry.

About Us

Istituto Marangoni
Istituto Marangoni was founded in 1935 in Milano as ‘Istituto Artistico dell’Abbigliamento Marangoni’ and in 2015 it reached a special milestone, 80 years of history and success in training the top professionals of Fashion and Design. Istituto Marangoni can praise itself for the education of four generations of students from 5 continents and for having launched over 45,000 professionals in fashion and luxury fields, such as Domenico Dolce, Franco Moschino, Alessandro Sartori, Maurizio Pecoraro, Paula Cademartori, Andrea Pompilio and Lucio Vanotti. It currently educates more than 4,000 students per year from 107 countries at its schools, located in Milano (the School of Fashion and the School of Design), Firenze, Paris, London, Shanghai, Shenzhen, Mumbai and Miami, the international capitals of fashion, design and luxury. For additional information, visit istitutomarangoni.com.

Why Istituto Marangoni?
As members of Istituto Marangoni, participants will have the chance to grow professionally within an international organization. They will be part of a multicultural team who works together to enhance young talents across the world and take high-quality education to the next level. Moreover, they will also join a dynamic and enthusiastic environment where they will be empowered with innovative tools to lead their own work, as proactive team members. Istituto Marangoni's solid foundations lie within a long-standing, strong heritage that makes the institute leaders in private, high-quality education. Istituto Marangoni’s academic offer demonstrates the commitment, professionalism and passion for continuous development. When participants join Istituto Marangoni, they will be part of a committed team of industry experts who will support and inspire while turning them into young professionals.