We seek a dynamic, flexible, and innovative individual with an art background and preferably special education experience to join our teaching team for the 26_27 school year, starting in August 2026.
Requirements
- Develop and teach a program that includes fundamental fine arts skills, techniques, and media; art history; and a cross-curricular, culturally diverse curriculum.
- Display art regularly, write narrative progress reports, create musical sets, and participate in collaborative curriculum development, grade-level activities, and school-wide functions.
- Designs and facilitates art electives and clubs.
- Works collaboratively with Head or Co-Lead Teachers to coordinate curriculum.
- Develops a joyful and productive learning community where students feel safe to take risks.
- Establish class routines and behavioral expectations.
- Conducts conferences with parents/guardians three times a year and as necessary.
- Attend and participate in faculty meetings in the designated division.
- Participate in division-wide activities, trips, and events.
- Attend full faculty and staff meetings, as well as other required meetings.
- Willing to commit to anti-bias and anti-racism work and to promoting inclusion, belonging, and equity through their work in the classroom and school community.
- Ensure a commitment to the school’s DEI mission and goals by participating in continuous professional development for learning differences, anti-racism, and anti-bias of all kinds.
- Be an active member of the Gaynor community.
- Other duties and responsibilities as deemed appropriate.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive professional development program