Concord Academy, an independent college preparatory school for grades 9 through 12 located in Concord, Massachusetts, seeks a teacher of drawing in its visual arts department for the 2025-26 academic year. This position is anticipated to be a benefits-eligible, three-quarters-time teaching load. 

Founded in 1922, Concord Academy has long balanced high academic standards with a focus on educating the whole student through a rich curriculum that includes the arts, athletics, and cultural opportunities. Self-expression, storytelling, and careful listening are hallmarks of the Concord Academy experience. 

We actively seek applicants who reflect and support our mission-driven commitment to creating and maintaining a diverse and equitable school community. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong desire to incorporate inclusive teaching practices and advance the tenets of the school's mission.

The school seeks to appoint an experienced art educator and active artist, willing to embrace a well-established multi-level drawing curriculum. We are looking for candidates with genuine enthusiasm for working with adolescents, curiosity about learning, and a commitment to professional and personal growth. 

The ideal candidate will be a practicing artist with excellent interpersonal skills; demonstrated organizational ability; and experience with engaging inclusive and equitable practices in order to build community in a diverse environment. Preferred qualifications include an MFA or equivalent experience demonstrated through relevant depth of studio practice and previous teaching experience. The successful candidate will expose students to a wide range of materials and techniques and should be prepared to teach multiple levels of drawing. All courses are designed to engage students in both technical facility and conceptual problem-solving. Day-to-day management of a dedicated drawing studio and program budget is an ongoing responsibility of this position. Additional opportunities to teach sculpture, various levels of art history, or digital media arts are available based on the finalist’s own interests and departmental needs. 

The school provides a competitive benefits package and salary is commensurate with experience. All faculty members at Concord Academy participate fully in the life of the school; responsibilities include advising, serving on committees and/or clubs, and periodically providing an adult presence at school events. Coaching an athletic team is welcomed but not required and is remunerated separately. On-campus housing may be available, but it is limited, and faculty members are not required to live at the school. 

Interested candidates are asked to send a cover letter, resume, and portfolio of personal and, if available, student work via the ADP portal addressed to: Sarah Yeh, Associate Head for Teaching, Learning, and Faculty.

Application materials for this position are preferred by January 15th, 2025. If you are considering applying after this date please contact the school to inquire as to the status of this search.

To learn more about Concord Academy, please visit our website: www.concordacademy.org. 

About Concord Academy

Concord Academy is an independent, co-educational boarding and day school renowned for its world-class faculty, passionate students, and graduates who make their mark on the world. Founded in 1922, Concord Academy has long balanced high academic standards with a focus on educating the whole student through a rich curriculum that includes the arts, athletics, and cultural opportunities. Self-expression, storytelling, and careful listening are hallmarks of the Concord Academy experience. We actively seek applicants who reflect and support our mission-driven commitment to creating and maintaining a diverse and equitable school community. Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong desire to incorporate inclusive teaching practices and advance the tenets of the school's mission.

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