Art Teacher

The Bridge Way School seeks a part-time Art Teacher for the 2022-2023 academic year.

The Art Teacher will oversee studio art curriculum and instruction through the development and facilitation of lessons/projects that reflect the mission of Bridge Way and align with the PA Academic Standards for the Arts and Humanities.

The successful candidate will…

  • be an ardent learner and visual artist skilled in a variety of art techniques

  • have prior experience as an art teacher

  • possess outstanding planning and problem-solving skills

  • be supportive, flexible, and solution-oriented

  • recognize students as individuals, celebrate diversity, and support our school culture of equity and inclusion

  • have a good sense of humor and willingness meet students where they are 

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree 

  • PA certification in Art Education PK-12 (or hold MA and be eligible for private school certification)

  • Prior teaching experience (minimum of 1-3 yrs.)

  • Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud apps; Photoshop and Lightroom (preferred)

  • Current FBI and state of PA background clearances are required

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and facilitate developmentally appropriate curriculum and lessons

  • Differentiate instruction for all students

  • Implement IEP accommodations and modifications

  • Support students in acquiring the fundamentals of 2D & 3D art/design in order to make, view, and discuss art and art concepts (photography skills are a plus)

  • Integrate art history and use of technology 

  • Provide timely feedback to students and update online grading system

Position is approximately 16-20 hours/week.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Angela Smith, Head of School, at angela.smith@thebridgewayschool.org