Art Teacher

Art Teacher

North Broward Preparatory School is actively seeking a passionate, experienced, dedicated educator for a teaching position in our Art department. Our ideal candidate is a dynamic professional with a profound commitment to igniting creative journeys.

We are seeking a dedicated individual who will facilitate our young artists to become reflective, expressive creative thinkers and makers who engage in artistic excellence.  If you are passionate about fostering a love for artistic learning that develops students who can envision ideas, observe critically, and explore innovative thinking whilst building Venture Artistry skills, we invite you to be part of our forward-thinking team. We believe in creating a community that nurtures creativity, encourages resilience, and is shaping the next generation of global citizens to share their unique voices

Join our esteemed educational institution as a middle school and high school Art educator where students develop a lifelong aptitude and desire to learn, explore, create, and invent. Find out more about Art at NBPS by checking out this video.

LOCATION

North Broward Preparatory School

JOB PURPOSE

Implement the established Art curriculum in 2D, 3D and Design thinking, through well-planned, engaging lessons and activities that facilitate active learning experiences and increase student achievement.

Support and integrate the Art curriculum core understandings and teaching protocols.

Act as an advocate and mentor, acknowledging student diversity and individual needs in one's pedagogical practice, contributing to students' academic and personal growth.

Develop and coach students in the Arts Academy to support them in their pathways. 

Collaborate effectively with colleagues, families, and organisational teams contributing positively to the school community and broader educational initiatives, competitions and special events.

Be ready to share expertise and support peers in interdisciplinary initiatives and problem-solving.

Demonstrate a growth mindset; be receptive to feedback, willing to experiment with innovative educational approaches, and committed to ongoing professional development.

Establish and maintain a safe, inclusive learning atmosphere that encourages students to take intellectual risks, fosters respect for cultural diversity, and supports our vision of developing resilient, conscientious global citizens.

LEARNING AND TEACHING

• Exercise good classroom management with the use of fair and consistent standards and appropriate sanctions that are clearly articulated to the students.
• Encourage students to ask questions and to express their difficulties.
• Know and use various assessment strategies consistent with course content and objectives.
• Provide reports on student progress and maintain open communication with ensuring that these reports are accurate and constructive.
• Differentiate instruction and assessment to meet the diverse needs of students
• Identify students who need additional academic assistance and be able to refer such students appropriately.
• Select and plan appropriate learning and teaching activities that are in alignment with NBPS standards
• Develop lessons that engage students in higher-order thinking personalising instruction based on student needs.
• Use learning resources and technology to enhance lessons where appropriate.

PLANNING AND PREPARATION

• Effective organisational skills including but not limited to lesson planning, implementing units of study, differentiating instruction, designing and implementing assessments
• Ability to monitor student progress and report information in a timely manner
• Creating an environment that fosters a growth mindset.
• Create an atmosphere of mutual respect.

PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT

• Commitment to remaining a lifelong learner focused on growth and improvement.
• Conduct research on teaching methods, materials, and language games that can be used in class.

PERSONAL SPECIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Art Education required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Strong proficiency with: Microsoft 365 Education; Canvas learning management system, Procreate, Adobe Photoshop, Mac OS
• Good cross-cultural, interpersonal, and communication skills to interact with diverse nationalities and cultures.
• Results-orientated with the ability to consistently map efforts against identified KPIs.
• Excellent time management skills and flexibility in dealing with multi-functional tasks.
• You’d like to work in a purpose-led sector.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

As our teammate, here’s what we expect:

• You love being part of a team – it’s what gets you up in the morning.
• You’ll run it as you own it – you take pride in your work and your responsibilities.
• You’re resilient – you’ll speak up and speak the truth.
• You get the job done – to outstanding levels of quality, every time and always to the deadline.
• You’re humble – you’ll know what you’re great at and where you’re not quite so strong.
• You’re a listener – you’ll hear what people say so you understand what’s being asked.
• You’re calm under pressure – you’ll keep cool when the going gets tough and know when to slow down your thinking.
• You’re innovative – you’ll always find opportunities to do things differently and better.

CREATE YOUR FUTURE

We’re Nord Anglia Education, one of the world’s largest premium international school organisations. Every day, our teachers and support colleagues help our thousands of students achieve more than they ever imagined possible.

A transformational education at one of our schools is focused on excellent academic outcomes, creativity, well-being, and international connectedness. Our innovative use of educational technology also creates a personalised, 21st-century learning experience for all students, while our global scale means we can recruit and retain the world’s best teachers and offer unforgettable events and expeditions.

Our people are empowered to make a difference in their fields of expertise. Our fast pace of growth requires evolution and change from everyone, giving you the chance to define the role you do in the future. This challenges the learning agility of our employees and ensures every day brings interesting new experiences.

Founded in 1972 in the United Kingdom, our first international school opened in 1992 in Warsaw, followed by rapid growth across the world since the 2000s.

When you join our team, you’ll become part of a global family of experts working for a fast-growing premium international brand.