Develop and deliver visual arts lessons in line with curricula of the school
Establish clear objectives, standards, and expectations for all classes
Employ an interactive, student-centered methodology
Use collaborative strategies and emphasize creative process, enthusiastic pursuit of the arts and problem-solving
Teach five year-long classes (3x a week blocks) throughout the course of each year (mixed media, AP studio art, drawing and painting one and two; may include one middle school rotation depending on the other faculty members)
Collaborate fully with colleagues to create curriculum consistent with the school’s mission
Provide formative and summative feedback on progress to students and parents in a timely manner
Maintain up-to-date documentation in the Blackbaud platform regarding student skills and knowledge in accordance with school-established guidelines
Follow-up on parent communications within 24 hours
Provide updates to students’ advisors to communicate about students’ learning and social-emotional needs
Liaise with Learning Specialists, where applicable, in order to ensure learning needs are best supported
Participate in parent conferences regarding student progress and at other events, as directed by school leadership
Organize and carry out field trips and studies to support the curriculum
General Responsibilities:
Support and further the school’s missions, visions, and values
Actively engage in the life of the school and participate in related teaching duties, as needed
Celebrate and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion within the classroom and community
Demonstrate respect towards all members of the school community, including students, parents, teachers, support staff, and administration
Behave with dignity and respect, in accordance with school and community expectations
Abide by school policies and procedures
Additional Duties:
Attend department, faculty, and grade-level meetings, as required
Serve as a grade-level advisor
Carry out supervisory duties during breaks, breakfast, and lunch periods, as assigned
Provide coverage for absent staff, when required
Other Considerations
Start Date: August 2025
Other Responsibilities:
Carry out instructions as given by their respective supervisors and school leadership.
Participate in professional development activities, as directed by leadership
Research new topic areas, maintain up-to-date subject knowledge to improve teaching and learning, and update unit plans accordingly
Work with Arts Department (theater, music) to create an aligned curriculum
Required Qualifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in education or Visual Arts
Broad knowledge of, and a passion for Visual Arts and the arts in general
A clear commitment to the educational philosophy of the school
Strong teaching ability with a clear enjoyment working with children
Fluency in reading, writing, and speaking in English, including excellent verbal and written skills
Commitment to equity and inclusion
Willingness to adapt to an existing curriculum as well as contribute ideas to enhance the respective academic programs
Demonstrated excellent attendance and punctuality
Preferred Qualifications:
A minimum of five years teaching experience in an independent school environment
Graphic/Digital arts teaching experience
Experience teaching students with varied learning styles
Master’s degree or post-graduate work in education or related subject Visual Arts
Demonstrated leadership and facilitative skills
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
Willingness and ability to work in a highly-demanding environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
Ability to travel safely and comfortably across a campus
May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time
Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs
Work primarily in a traditional, climate-controlled classroom environment and work intermittently in outside weather conditions consistent with San Pedro weather
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: No person shall, on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability/handicap, or religion, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination, harassment, or retaliation in the school’s employment opportunities.
To Apply: Please send a cover letter, your resume, a one page teaching philosophy, and three current professional references to: Yolanda Holguin, Human Resources Manager, [email protected]
