Darlington School is currently seeking a part-time Art Teacher for grades Pre-K through 8. The Pre-K to 8th Grade Art Teacher must hold a B.A., B.S., or higher from an accredited college of university and have expertise in teaching visual art. Teachers are responsible for five key result areas: classroom management, curriculum development, parent relations and communication, student relations and communication, and personal and professional staff development. Teachers work closely with the Pre-K-8 Director and Fine Arts Director for guidance, curriculum assessment, and evaluation. Teachers also work with grade level and enrichment teachers to support the mission of Darlington School and provide a program that nurtures every child’s success.
Qualifications
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Willingness to model the distinct mission of Darlington School
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Undergraduate degree in art education and/or acceptable transcript that demonstrates competency in the field
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Broad knowledge of and experience with current best practices in art curriculum and instruction
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Genuine appreciation and passion for teaching children and a desire to work with all types of learners
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Prior teaching experience preferred
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Positive and contributing member of the professional community
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Extraordinary communication and presentation skills
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A desire to work in a highly collaborative environment
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Comfortable with change; exhibits flexibility
Responsibilities
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Prepares age-appropriate lessons and activities for a variety of visual art classes for grades Pre-K, K, 1st and 6 to 8
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Demonstrates mastery of related subject matter, instructional skills, and resource materials
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Contribute to the extracurricular life of the school
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Convey a love of teaching students and art
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Promote a supportive and positive classroom and school environment
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Prepare and implement student art exhibits throughout the year
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Communicate effectively with students, parents, and faculty
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Collaborates with members of fine arts department, classroom and enrichment teachers
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Demonstrates the skill of using the SmartBoard and implementing technology into the art classroom
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Manage budget and maintain an art supply inventory
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Attends faculty meetings, planning meetings, parent conferences, etc.
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Supervises students in and out of the classroom
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Assists with special events as related to grade levels, fine arts, division and One School student experiences
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Participates in NAEA and educational art events as appropriate for individual students and groups of students in coordination with the school calendar
