Art Teacher (Part-Time), Bridge Way School

Posted by The Bridge Way School on August 30, 2022

The Bridge Way School seeks a part-time Art Teacher for the 2022-2023 academic year.

The Art Teacher will oversee studio art curriculum and instruction through the development and facilitation of lessons/projects that reflect the mission of Bridge Way and align with the PA Academic Standards for the Arts and Humanities.

The successful candidate will…

• be an ardent learner and visual artist skilled in a variety of art techniques
• have prior experience as an art teacher
• possess outstanding planning and problem-solving skills
• be supportive, flexible, and solution-oriented
• recognize students as individuals, celebrate diversity, and support our school culture of equity and inclusion
• have a good sense of humor and willingness meet students where they are

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree
• PA certification in Art Education PK-12 (or hold MA and be eligible forprivate school certification)
• Prior teaching experience (minimum of 1-3 yrs.)
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud apps; Photoshop and Lightroom (preferred)
• Current FBI and state of PA background clearances are required

Responsibilities:

• Develop and facilitate developmentally appropriate curriculum and lessons
• Differentiate instruction for all students
• Implement IEP accommodations and modifications
• Support students in acquiring the fundamentals of 2D & 3D art/design in order to make, view, and discuss art and art concepts (photography skills are a plus)
• Integrate art history and use of technology
• Provide timely feedback to students and update online grading system

Position is approximately 16-20 hours/week.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Angela Smith, Head of School, at angela.smith@thebridgewayschool.org.