Art Teacher

Description

 Merritt Academy is seeking highly motivated, professional Art Teacher to work with  is responsible for the routine conduct of assigned art classes. In addition to art instruction, lessons will include appropriate elements of the values curriculum. The Art Teacher will be responsible for managing the classroom and appropriate use of bulletin boards, visual aides, and technology in the classroom. The Art Teacher will maintain positive communication with students, parents, and staff. This position also maintains the school’s art supplies, both standard and special request items. The Art Teacher is responsible for performing all professional tasks in a manner that exemplifies school standards of courtesy and values.

• Prepare weekly lesson plans in accordance with age appropriate guidelines established by the administration
• Prepare and teach lessons on art and art history, and values curriculum
• Instruct students on safety and proper handling of art tools and supplies
• Assist students with creating art projects
• Maintain accurate and complete student evaluations, including grades, portfolio, anecdotal reports, etc.
• Evaluate all children’s artistic awareness and development on an on-going basis
• Maintain control of classroom using current effective management techniques
• Maintain positive parent communication, including through email and individual discussions as needed
• Coordinate academic and/or behavioral goals with other teachers, administrators, and parents
• Maintain art supply closet
• Order bulk supplies as needed and in accordance with budget parameters
• Fill art supply requests for entire teaching faculty (Kindergarten through Grade 8)
• Complete any other tasks as assigned by the supervisor

Requirements

To succeed in this position you will need the following:

•  A love for children
• Bachelor’s degree required in Art Education or related field
• Experience working in education
• Knowledge of Art History
• Read, write, and communicate effectively in English
• Effective classroom-management techniques
• Effective leadership and team building skills
• High-level of verbal and written communication skills
• Pass pre-employment screenings

We seek candidates who exhibit professionalism, pride in work, initiative, a strong work ethic and who support parents as partners in education.

We support our teacher’s passion for learning by providing a tuition reimbursement program as well as many professional development training opportunities. Additional benefits include:

• Competitive pay
• Health, dental and vision insurance options for eligible employees
• Vacation and sick leave
• Retirement plan with employer matching
• Life Insurance
• Discounted tuition rate for child(ren) attending any J127 Education Foundation school

About Merritt Academy

Merritt Academy is one of three sister schools in northern Virginia that are operated by the J127 Education Foundation.  Merritt Academy provides care and education for infants through 8th grade students.  Our seven acre campus neighbors Sunrise Assisted Living of Fairfax and The Virginian which provide a variety of meaningful intergenerational opportunities for our children.  Rigorous academics are enhanced by our values-driven Character Education program.