Fine Art Teacher

School of Design Teacher: Fine Art

Philadelphia Performing Arts: A String Theory Charter School seeks a full-time teacher to join the School of Design faculty at the Vine Street Campus (1600 Vine Street). At Vine Street, students in grades 6-12 engage their learning in a unique educational environment designed to grow the next generation of creative leaders. Students focus on a major in the performing arts, sciences, or design to complement their technology-infused, project-based, standards- and competency-driven academic curriculum. Our teachers are creative, passionate, professional educators that believe every student has specific intelligences that must be nurtured and that all students should have an equal opportunity to achieve their own innate potential.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree
• PA Education Certifications (optional, but preferred)
• Criminal history, child abuse and FBI clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI)

String Theory Schools teaching candidates...

• are passionate about the creative arts, science, and design
• are undaunted by urban challenges and dynamic change
• value multi-disciplinary collaboration
• know technology can transform learning experiences
• apply feedback and constructive criticism with grace
• understand that hard work and fun are not mutually exclusive
• accept responsibility for student growth
• not only think outside the box,
• but find compelling reasons why the box isn’t necessary

Description: Design Teacher / Fine Art

• Excellence in teaching fine art mediums (2D and 3D; analog and digital) as demonstrated through a portfolio of recent student work.
• Excellence in personal art practices (2D and/or 3D) as demonstrated through a portfolio of personal work.
• Specialization in a craft, analog making practice, and/or design discipline preferred.
• Familiarity with and/or advocate of design education behaviors and practices.

Key Competencies:

• Develop vigorous courses, projects, assignments, and assessments.
• Collaborate with grade and/or subject area teachers to refine and implement high-quality curriculum aligned to standards and competencies.
• Build relationships with students and families through thoughtful and frequent communication
• Experience working in diverse settings and/or commitment to improving one’s own cultural competence
• Ability to use or willingness to learn technology integration to improve teaching and learning
• Value the ability to effectively manage a classroom where student choice, inquiry, differentiation, and authentic learning are high values
• Ability to problem solve, research and work in a collaborative environment
• Analyze and regularly use both qualitative and quantitative data to inform your practice
• Cultivate higher order thinking skills through inquiry

Benefits:

• Access to consistent coaching in instruction and technology integration
• Access to best-in-class technology resources and a physical framework designed with innovative learning in mind
• Excellent health benefits (for both you and your family), retirement benefits, and more!

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