Oregon Episcopal School seeks an Upper School Art Teacher Long Term Leave Replacement to begin duties April 1, 2025.
OUR MISSION: Oregon Episcopal School educates students to realize their power for good as engaged citizens of the world.
ABOUT US: Founded in 1869, Oregon Episcopal School today occupies a wooded 59-acre campus where 880 students in Pre-K through 12th Grade share an excellent faculty, an inquiry-based curriculum, and a strong sense of community. The Upper School also includes a small boarding program of international and domestic students who live and learn together enhancing the vibrancy of the school community.
The School values employees who seek to continually develop the OES Essential Competencies in themselves and others and are prepared to engage in a vibrant, diverse learning community. Committed to the professional development of our faculty, teachers are guided by the Learning and Teaching at OES faculty growth model.
As an Episcopal school, we are rooted in a rhythm of gathering and reflection that values and respects all beliefs and cultures. As such, we educate toward a larger purpose— toward inclusion and respect, service and justice, and commitment beyond ourselves.
JOB SUMMARY:
OES seeks a curious, creative, and self-reflective educator for a long-term sub position teaching Visual Art in its Upper School starting April 1st, 2025. The teacher will provide traditional studio-based (drawing and painting) and digital art instruction (Photoshop; Illustrator) to students across grade levels (9-12)
The ideal candidate will recognize the teaching of art as a way to develop in high school students essential skills including critical thinking, problem-solving, collaboration, communication, awareness of self, cultural competency, and purpose.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
Support the creative development of high school students in Drawing & Painting and Advanced Digital Studio Art classes
Create, communicate, and maintain clear, consistent, and appropriate learning objectives and expectations that are aligned with the existing curriculum and the Art department’s goals
Engage in assessments and projects as tools for student learning and growth
Provide frequent, constructive, objective, and prompt feedback
Seek to understand, value, and respond to each student
Differentiate instruction
Believe in each person’s potential for growth
Maintain high standards for student behavior in and out of the classroom
and maintain professional boundaries with students
Recognize, respect, and promote the cultural differences and diversity of the individuals in the classroom and community
Communicate responsibly and professionally with colleagues and students
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
BA or equivalent in Fine Art or related field
One-two years of experience teaching visual art
A wide range of visual art skills and abilities including:
Traditional drawing and painting (representational and abstract)
Graphic design and digital illustration (Photoshop; Illustrator)
Individual and group critique strategies
History of art
IT skills: general digital literacy, intermediate to advanced Google Suite, MS Office Suite, database, web applications, video conferencing, etc. as appropriate to job duties, experience with applicable educational technology
Demonstrated experience with and skill in working with students from diverse ethnic, gender, socioeconomic, and educational backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion
Ability to pass a criminal background check and drug screen
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
BFA/MFA or equivalent in Visual Art or related field
Experience teaching courses from 9th through 12th grade; independent school experience a plus
Demonstrated and successful history with innovation in the teaching of art,
technology integration, curriculum design, and inquiry-based learning
Photography and Videography (visual storytelling, digital video, and audio recording processes)
Interactive design (website design, installation)
Arts integration skills, critique techniques, and visual thinking strategies
○ History of art/ cultural exploration strategies
Demonstrated and successful history with innovation in the teaching of art, technology integration, curriculum design, and inquiry-based learning
Experience teaching studio art courses from 9th through 12th grade
Experience working with students of all age ranges in a creative capacity
Five years experience teaching at a secondary or post-secondary school
Experience in teaching English Language Learners (ELL), particularly international students
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Verbal and written communication skills, ability to manage confidential information in compliance with the law and best practice
Ability to consistently apply principles of equity, inclusion, and anti-racism in day-to-day work and in the broader workplace community
Organizational skills, ability to work well on teams
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to sit at computer and keyboard for moderate periods
Mobility sufficient to move about the campus, including climbing stairs
Sight and hearing adequate to perform the duties of the job, ability to communicate clearly
Ability to lift and carry up to 25 pounds on an occasional basis
Ability to lift up to 50 lbs repetitively for some tasks
SALARY: This is a part-time, long-term leave replacement that comes with a competitive salary based on degrees and experience.
Candidates should send a cover letter and resume to Sarah Grenert-Funk via this link (https://secure5.saashr.com/ta/OESG20.careers?ShowJob=419769540) through the OES Employment page. The inclusion of personal art portfolios and examples of student artwork is encouraged.
Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and changes made based on the needs of the school and the position.
Oregon Episcopal School does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, gender (including gender identity or expression), disability, national or ethnic origin, age, sexual orientation, marital status, genetic information, or other legally protected characteristic or status.
