Art Teacher, Grades K-8

IDEAL School of Manhattan•New York, NY

2d•$65,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

All IDEAL teachers are charged with inspiring students in an inclusive and nurturing learning community to achieve personal and academic excellence. The arts are essential to IDEAL’s mission, which emphasizes creative leadership. Art classes in all grades provide art education to students with varied abilities and learning profiles. IDEAL teachers know their students as learners and as individuals, and they inspire their students by setting a high bar for excellence while making the classroom fun and supporting all learners in achieving their goals. The Art Teacher will lead inclusive classes from Kindergarten to Grade 8. As such the teacher will develop successful teaching methods, differentiate, and implement modifications and accommodations to meet the needs of all students, including general education students and students with intellectual or developmental disabilities.. All IDEAL teachers also serve as advisors, chaperone trips and dances, mentor clubs, and share in the duties of a typical school day, such as greeting students upon arrival and proctoring study halls.

Requirements

Relevant Bachelor’s degree required, Master's degree preferred
1-2 years experience in teaching Art in an Educational institution
Proven knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Proven ability to Adapt teaching methods and instructional materials to meet students' varying needs and interests
Ability to Instruct students individually and in groups, using various teaching methods, as appropriate to meet the needs of the student
Ability to work cooperatively as a part of a teaching team
Ability to confer with parents or guardians, teachers, counselors, and administrators to resolve students' behavioral and academic challenges
Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated appreciation for the school’s mission and commitment to social justice
A passion for the arts, matched by the strong desire and the relevant skills, to adapt lessons and activities for students with a wide range of abilities, including intellectual and physical.
The desire and ability to contribute time and talent outside of the classroom to the growth of students and the school
Knowledge of G-Suite products, including Google Mail and Google Classroom
Independent school experience

Responsibilities

Establish developmentally appropriate classrooms in both the Lower and Middle Schools that foster the development and personal growth of all children
Plan classes, projects, field trips, and other experiences that foster the growth of students’ skills and creative self-expression, while also exposing students to a range of artists and media
Collaborate with other teachers to design and implement interdisciplinary projects in the arts and in other academic subject areas
Collaborate with occupational, speech, and physical therapists and Learning Specialists to ensure access for students with disabilities
Emphasize and teach the importance of the creative process
Introduce students to new skills and projects annually, building on their experiences and knowledge from prior years
Develop and teach electives for students that build skills and nurture the passions of our students, including, if possible, Fashion Design
Prepare students for Artbeat, IDEAL’s annual school-wide body of work show, and support the school’s musical and drama productions
Maintain art supplies and equipment, and make recommendations for new materials
Ensure that the art studio(s) are organized, well-maintained, and accessible to all students
Serve as an advisor and club mentor
Share in the duties associated with school life, from proctoring study halls to chaperoning dances and trips.