New Canaan Country School, a Pre-K through Grade 9 co-ed, independent day school, serves approximately 570 students from diverse backgrounds living in 18 different towns/cities across Fairfield and Westchester counties. Our mission is to create an active, joyful learning environment where children are challenged to think deeply, question confidently, and act generously so that they may lead lives of impact and purpose. We believe that childhood is in itself an integral part of life to be lived fully and happily. A talented and devoted faculty engages our students in developmentally appropriate ways, delivering a challenging curriculum that builds intellectual skills and fosters creative and critical thinking.

The Arts program at NCCS consists of Performing Arts and Visual Arts curricula,  providing students with child-centered, age-appropriate arts experiences through all of the Country School years. Visual Arts experiences include painting, drawing, printmaking, digital design, ceramics, and more. Performing Arts experiences include general music, choral and band ensembles, drama and dance. NCCS seeks a long-term sub to teach art classes with an anticipated start date of October 10th and an anticipated end date of December 15th.

Responsibilities

• Teach art classes to Grades 3 – 9
• Evaluate students’ growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare narrative reports
• Perform additional divisional responsibilities (lunch duty, recess supervision, etc.) as assigned by the Upper School Division Head
• Report to the Director of Arts

Requirements

• Possess a love of teaching art
• Bachelor’s Degree in art or education 
• Relevant or related teaching experience

Desired Qualities

• Shares a joy of art with students
• Demonstrates cultural competency
• Possesses strong communication skills
• Cultivates a joyful, vibrant, inclusive, and welcoming classroom community supported by strong classroom management skills
• Is flexible and works well with teams and individuals, all while possessing a positive attitude

About New Canaan Country School

New Canaan Country School is a co-ed, independent day school for students in Pre-K (ages 3 & 4) through Grade 9 living in Fairfield and Westchester Counties. Located in New Canaan, CT, and serving 570 students, our mission is to guide students to reach their intellectual, creative, moral, and physical potential. A talented and devoted faculty engages our students in developmentally appropriate ways, delivering a challenging curriculum that builds intellectual skills and fosters creative and critical thinking. We lead by example and challenge students to fulfill their potential, find their path, and follow their passions whether in the classroom, on the playing fields, on the stage, or serving the community.

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