What are the responsibilities and job description for the Visual Arts Faculty position at The Stony Brook School?
Join the SBS faculty for the 2026-2027 school year!
The Stony Brook School seeks a talented, mission-aligned faculty member to join our Visual Arts Department beginning in August 2026. This role is expected to center on our foundational courses such as Studio Art, Advanced Art, Ceramics, and Middle School Art, with opportunities to design and teach advanced electives as departmental needs and candidate strengths allow.
Founded in 1922, The Stony Brook School is a co-ed Christian college-prep boarding and day school for grades 7-12 on a 55-acre campus on Long Island's North Shore. We unite academic rigor with authentic Christian faith in a diverse, global community.
All candidates should have a demonstrable Christian commitment and an educational philosophy that is consistent with The Stony Brook School's mission. For more information on the many benefits of working at The Stony Brook School, please view our Faculty Profile here.
The ideal candidate will possess:
- A Bachelor's of Art or Bachelor's of Fine Arts in Visual Arts, Arts Education, or a related field (master's degree strongly preferred)
- Demonstrated growth mindset and eagerness to develop as a teacher, mentor, and colleague
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Eagerness to serve in a faith-based learning environment that emphasizes faithful Christian scholarship and character formation
- Create engaging SBS-aligned curriculum and lessons with clear objectives, strong materials, and thoughtful assessments that move students toward growth and mastery
- Strong background in studio art disciplines such as drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, or related areas
- Ability to teach both technical skills and creative process, from introductory to advanced levels
- Experience building student portfolios and guiding critique, revision, and presentation of work
- For candidates interested in teaching Ceramics, experience with wheel-thrown ceramics and electric kiln operation
- Desire to contribute to various aspects of school life (advisor, dorm parent, coach, club sponsor)
Beyond teaching, SBS faculty are active members of our boarding school community, sharing in evening and weekend supervision, coaching athletics or leading co-curriculars, chaperoning events, proctoring study halls, and supporting community meals. Full-time faculty typically teach 4-5 classes, lead or assist with 1-2 co-curricular commitments, and participate in our residential life program.
Why SBS?
The Stony Brook School is an exceptional place to teach, live, and grow. Faculty enjoy a rare blend of purpose, community, and support on our beautiful 55-acre campus, just one hour from New York City.
Employee benefits include:
- Free on-campus housing, including utilities and maintenance
- Free meals for you and your family while school is in session
- Comprehensive medical and dental insurance with all premiums fully paid by the school (valued at $46,000 per employee yearly)
- Retirement plan with immediate vesting and a 7.5% employer matching contribution
- School-paid life insurance, long-term disability, short-term disability, and accidental death and dismemberment coverage
- 100% tuition remission for faculty children attending The Stony Brook School
- Relocation assistance is available through a moving reimbursement program
- A collaborative, faith-centered community committed to excellence, growth, and lifelong learning
Compensation
Salary Range: $34,397 - $106,000 Final salary will be commensurate with experience, qualifications, and role responsibilities.
Equal Employment Opportunity
The Stony Brook School is committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions at The Stony Brook School are based on business needs, job requirements, and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, national origin, age, citizenship, genetic predisposition, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate.
Salary : $34,397 - $106,000