Our Lower and Middle School art program, located in a state-of-the-art studio space, provides all students multiple opportunities to enjoy learning to create art, to appreciate various forms of artistic expression, and to demonstrate their creativity in a variety of settings with confidence.

The art teacher is deft at establishing positive relationships with students, their families, and colleagues; accomplishes grade-appropriate curriculum planning and instruction;

and is a role model for innovation, creativity, integration between disciplines. Reporting to the Head of Lower and Middle School, the art teacher will join with colleagues that work closely together and value collegiality.

Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but not limit the incumbent nor the organization to just the work identified.

It is our expectation that each employee will offer his / her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.

Essential Responsibilities

• Teach visual art to all students in grades 1-8 as part of the Lower and Middle School curriculum
• Apply knowledge of child development to teaching and classroom management
• Understand and employ developmentally appropriate pedagogical approaches and varied presentation styles to ensure high student engagement
• Actively employ various project outcomes and assessment methods in order to more fully address different learning needs
• Create a classroom environment centered on problem-solving, synthesizing information, and integrating knowledge
• Communicate clearly in writing and verbally to students, other teachers, parents, and administrators regarding student progress and student needs
• Maintain accurate and complete records of student progress and development to adjust teaching strategies
• Pursue professional development to maintain expertise in performance of teaching responsibilities and promote the sharing of best practices with other members of the school’s faculty community
• Show genuine concern for students : demonstrate deep investment in student learning and success both in and out of the classroom
• Manage student behavior in and out of the classroom by establishing and enforcing rules and procedures
• Participate and support the life of the school through various duties as assigned
• Attend and engage in department, school, and parent meetings

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in related field required, master’s degree and / or teaching credential preferred
• Two or more years of experience as a primary grade and / or middle school grade art teacher
• A commitment to the mission and identity of Santa Catalina School
• A desire to participate fully in the Santa Catalina community
• Successful completion of a LiveScan criminal background check as required by law

Competencies

• Demonstrated use of relevant pedagogy to support and differentiate instruction
• Excellent writing, communication, and public speaking skills
• Approachable and welcoming demeanor
• Cultural competence and enthusiasm for working with a diverse and dynamic community
• Strong interpersonal skills, including good listening, humor, tact, and intuition
• Ability to create responsive, caring, and appropriate relationships with students, families, and colleagues
• Strong organizational and record-keeping skills and digital literacy
• Ability to assess and respond to the needs of the school and act as a representative of the school
• Commitment to professional growth and education

Supervisory Responsibilities

This position does not supervise other employees

Working Conditions and Compensation

• Work in a classroom, standing and sitting, and using a computer screen for extended periods of time each day
• Ability to access buildings and facilities throughout a 36-acre campus, with reasonable accommodations, in order to meet with students and faculty
• Work in a school environment with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and people
• Additional time is required beyond a normal day or week for evening and weekend meetings
• Santa Catalina School offers competitive insurance and retirement benefits
• Salary Range : $55,000 to $90,000 annually, depending on experience

Equal Employment Opportunity

Santa Catalina School is an equal-opportunity employer. Employment at Santa Catalina School is based solely on qualifications and competence for a particular position, without regard to race, color, national origin, citizenship, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, disability, marital status, or any other category protected by the law.

To Apply

Interested candidates should visit our website to complete and submit an application, resume, and cover letter :

Electronic submission of candidate papers in .pdf format is preferred.

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Last updated : 2024-05-12