Upper School Art Teacher

Upper School Art Teacher

This is a full-time position within the Visual Arts department reporting to the Head of Upper School.

Major Responsibilities:

• Teaching Upper School Visual Art with Ceramics and Studio major and minor courses, with other assignments depending on qualifications and interest.
• Act as an advisor and be committed to playing an active role in the school.
• Grading,evaluation and assessment of student work and growth.
• Daily attendance taking.
• Set up and maintain supplies and classroom.

Qualifications:

The successful candidate must...

• have a Bachelor's Degree in Art, Art Education, or related field
• have experience in teaching art in grades 9-12
• have a passion for teaching students in the upper grades with empathy and pedagogically proven methods
• have experience teaching a broad variety of art materials and techniques
• be committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion in the classroom and the school community
• collaborate well with colleagues within and across departments
• be committed to engaging in professional development

The ideal candidate will...

• have a Masters Degree in Art, Art Education, or related field
• Have extensive prior experience in teaching art in grades 9 - 12
• have curriculum development experience
• have experience teaching in independent schools
• have experience using educational technology and Adobe Suite

Shipley and Its Commitment to Equity

The Shipley School, founded in 1894, is a co-educational, college preparatory, independent day school currently enrolling approximately 800 students in grades Pre-K through 12. Located in the western suburbs of Philadelphia, the school is committed to educational excellence and dedicated to developing in each student a love of learning and compassionate participation in the world.

The Shipley School is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals. The school will make all employment decisions for employees and applicants without unlawful discrimination as to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, disability, pregnancy, age, marital status, military or veteran status, gender identity and expression, creed, genetic predisposition, victim of domestic violence or any other basis protected by law.

Additional Opportunities

In addition to this position, Shipley seeks talented new colleagues across a host of full- and part-time positions ranging from teaching, to coaching, to staff support. Go to shipleyschool.org/about/employment to learn more.

Interested candidates should complete the online application. Cover letter (Teaching Candidates), Philosophy of Education Statement (Teaching Candidates) and resume (All Candidates) should be uploaded in the resume section of the application. Applications received missing supporting documents will receive less consideration. Please note - clearances are not required at the time of application but will be required for employment. No phone calls, please.