Art Teacher

About the role

The Part-Time Lower School Art Teacher at Stuart Country Day School of the Sacred Heart will create a joyful, inclusive classroom environment that supports the school's mission and goals. They will design and implement age-appropriate lesson plans covering various media such as drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, and digital art. The teacher will guide students in using artistic tools and techniques while encouraging original expression and "happy accidents."

Responsibilities

• Create a joyful, inclusive classroom/work environment that promotes the mission and Goals of Stuart.
• Design and implement age-appropriate lesson plans that cover a variety of media, including drawing, painting, ceramics, sculpture, and digital art.
• Guide students in using artistic tools and techniques while encouraging original expression and "happy accidents."
• Work collaboratively with curriculum leaders, specialists, and support staff.
• Use multicultural teaching/leadership methods, materials, and resources that reflect multiple perspectives.
• Integrate lessons on famous artists, diverse cultural traditions, and historical movements to provide context to the creative process.
• Show ability to confidently address behavioral issues and other challenges that may arrive in the classroom in order to maintain a safe learning environment that invites belonging and developmentally appropriate routines and practices.
• Maintain an organized, safe, and inspiring studio environment. This includes managing high-energy transitions and the (sometimes messy) logistics of art supplies.
• Take part in shared responsibilities and duties across the school day and week.
• Engage in professional development opportunities to further develop inclusive teaching and leadership practices.

Requirements

• At least a Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Arts or a related field.
• Experience teaching at the elementary level is preferred.
• Experience at an all-girls school or faith-based school are a plus.

Qualifications

• A strong commitment to mission, belonging, and inclusive pedagogy.
• A love and respect for children.
• A reliable, collaborative nature and eagerness to contribute to close-knit teaching teams.

Skills

• Excellent communication skills.
• A philosophy consistent with the mission and goals of the Sacred Heart.

Benefits

The hiring range for this position is $18,757 to $36,966, at 45% FTE. Compensation offered will be based upon a candidate's education, years of experience, skill set, and internal equity.