Art Teacher

Job Description

Job Description

THE OPPORTUNITY
A. Fantis School is seeking a working artist and skilled educator to steward one of Brooklyn's most distinctive K–8 art programs. This is not a supplementary role — art is central to how we develop the whole child, and the right candidate will inherit a thriving program with real institutional support, a defined scope and sequence, and students who compete and win at the international level.
We are a National Blue Ribbon School, NAEYC-accredited, and ranked among the top independent schools in New York State. Our families are deeply invested. Our students show up ready to work. If you are an artist who also knows how to teach — and you want a community that will take your discipline seriously — read on.

THE PROGRAM The Hellenic Studies Department
The art program at A. Fantis is the product of years of intentional development:



 

• A full scope and sequence from PreK3 through 8th grade across multiple media
• An annual school-wide Art Exhibition showcasing student work across disciplines
• Regular field trips to The Metropolitan Museum of Art, integrated with classroom curriculum
• Student selections in the international Scholastic Art & Writing Awards and international holiday art competitions.
• A dedicated program space with established supplies, materials, and equipment
• Collaborative colleagues who value the arts as core — not extracurricular

THE HELLENIC STUDIES DEPARTMENT

• A. Fantis is unique among New York independent schools in its Hellenic Studies Department — a collaborative faculty home shared by Greek language teachers, the Music & Performing Arts teacher, and the Art Teacher. The department produces three major performances annually: celebrations of Greek Independence Day (March 25), Ohi Day (October 28), and a Christmas Concert. These are not assemblies — they are school-wide productions that draw on the full creative range of the department.
• The right candidate will find genuine creative colleagues here, not just a shared supply closet.

WHAT YOU WILL DO

• Teach art to PreK3–Grade 8 students, 3 days per week
• Maintain and evolve the existing scope and sequence across grade levels
• Plan and execute the annual Art Exhibition
• Lead museum field trips and integrate museum experiences into studio work
• Prepare and submit student work for juried competitions and exhibitions
• Manage studio inventory and supply ordering
• Collaborate with classroom teachers on cross-disciplinary projects
• Engage in professional development and peer observation culture
• Contribute to fulfilling our mission: educating the whole child — mind, body, and spirit
• Greek-language skills a plus, but not required

EXTENDED OPPORTUNITIES
Candidates who want to deepen their engagement — and their income — have multiple paths to do so:



 

• Art Club (After School) · 1 session per week at $90/hour
• Lead advanced studio work with motivated students in smaller groups
• Substitute Teaching · 1–2 days per week
• Additional $5,000$11,000 annually
• Extended Day Program · Up to 2 days weekly
• $125 per day
• Summer & Break Camps · Up to 60 days annually
• $20$25 per hour

COMPENSATION AT A GLANCE

Base Salary (3 days/week): $30,000 – $40,000
Art Club (1x weekly @ $90/hr): + $3,000
Substitute Teaching (1-2 days weekly): + $4,500 – $9,000
Extended Day (1-2 days weekly @$125/day): + $4,000 – $8,000
Camps: + $2,000 – $4,000

Total Annual Potential: $44,000 – $64,000+\nCompany Description

For over 60 years, A. Fantis School has been a beacon of academic excellence, character formation, and community in the heart of Brooklyn Heights. Serving students from PreK3 through 8th grade—with just one class per grade—our tight-knit community fosters meaningful relationships and personalized learning experiences for every child. Generations of alumni and families have helped shape our vibrant legacy.

Today, Fantis stands among the top schools nationwide as one of fifty private schools to receive the U.S. Department of Education’s National Blue Ribbon. Our early childhood program, recognized with NAEYC Accreditation, an honor of the highest-quality programs earned by 5% of preschools nationwide.

Frequently ranked as New York’s #1 PreK-8 Private School, Fantis is driven by a bold strategic plan that blends tradition with innovation to position our school at the forefront of NYC education. With a visionary School Board, we are investing in faculty development and cultivating partnerships with leading institutions.

Join us in this transformative chapter as we redefine 21st-century learning—rooted in values, inspired by excellence, and driven by community.

Company Description

For over 60 years, A. Fantis School has been a beacon of academic excellence, character formation, and community in the heart of Brooklyn Heights. Serving students from PreK3 through 8th grade—with just one class per grade—our tight-knit community fosters meaningful relationships and personalized learning experiences for every child. Generations of alumni and families have helped shape our vibrant legacy.\r\n\r\nToday, Fantis stands among the top schools nationwide as one of fifty private schools to receive the U.S. Department of Education’s National Blue Ribbon. Our early childhood program, recognized with NAEYC Accreditation, an honor of the highest-quality programs earned by 5% of preschools nationwide.\r\n\r\nFrequently ranked as New York’s #1 PreK-8 Private School, Fantis is driven by a bold strategic plan that blends tradition with innovation to position our school at the forefront of NYC education. With a visionary School Board, we are investing in faculty development and cultivating partnerships with leading institutions.\r\n\r\nJoin us in this transformative chapter as we redefine 21st-century learning—rooted in values, inspired by excellence, and driven by community.