Middle School Art Adjunct Teacher

King School is a PreK-12 independent, college preparatory day school located in Stamford that
serves the diverse families of Fairfield and Westchester counties. King School seeks more than
achievement for our students. We open minds and spark courageous thinking. Our students
discover and forge their unique paths to excellence.

Diversity is foundational to academic and professional excellence, and therefore is a core value
at King. We think, learn, and work more deeply due to the many facets of diversity in our
community, including but not limited to gender, race, ethnicity, religion, socio-economic status,
sexual orientation, age, ability, and learning style. We leverage cultural differences and
intellectual diversity to create an inclusive and vibrant learning community, endeavoring for each
person to feel seen, heard, valued, and respected.

Job Title: Middle School Art Adjunct Teacher
Reports to: Chair of the Art and Design Department and the Head of Middle School

Job Summary: King School is looking for a dynamic art educator to join us as an adjunct
teacher in the Middle School art and design department in the 2024-2025 school year. The ideal
candidate would be comfortable working with both digital and studio arts and will take on the
teaching of two art and design sections. The candidate will have flexibility to work within our
rotating schedule and should have an understanding and appreciation of middle school
students. Additionally, the candidate will be asked to incorporate diversity and inclusiveness in
their professional practice and encourage creative expression in students.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Lead Middle School Art and Design classes for students in grades 6.

• In collaboration with the other Middle School Art and Design teacher, prepare for and
  teach artistic skills, techniques and materials in the disciplines of drawing and painting,
  as well as printmaking, sculpture, collage, and culturally diverse approaches to
  artmaking.
• Prepare for and teach artistic conventions, (such as color theory, perspective, elements
  of art, principles of design, composition, etc.) in coordination with the mentor teacher
• Guide students in creative self-expression and encourage experimentation, while
  teaching craftsmanship and skills that align with the high standards of the MS Art and
  Design Department.
• Create a classroom that is a warm, well-structured, and organized learning environment
  where consistent routines and expectations are set for the students and for one’s self.
• Organize and set up displays of student work that highlight process and learning.
• Teacher Collaboration
  • Collaborate with the cross-divisional members of the Art and Design Department
    to teach our inquiry based, student centered curriculum using backward design
  • Collaborate with the Director of Teaching and Learning, Middle School Dean of
    Students and School Counselors when appropriate to ensure students are being
    fully supported and challenge
• Communicate with parents/guardians about student progress as necessary.
  Requirements:
• 1-3 years of experience teaching art to middle school students, or related educational
  experiences
• Possess a sound understanding of the developmental stages of young adolescents.
• Comfort and experience in working with digital platforms for design.
• Strong communication skills and ability to constructively collaborate with students and
  colleagues.
• Possess a sound understanding of the intellectual and social-emotional developmental
  stages of adolescents.
• Ability and capacity to nurture student voice, autonomy of thought, and student
  leadership.
• Ability to be organized and manage a series of student information platforms and
  systems, including: Google Classroom, Gmail.
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging through
  culturally responsive teaching, cross-cultural competence, and collaborative professional
  practices that support a diverse community across lines of race, ethnicity, gender
  identity, socio-economic status, ability, belief, sexual orientation, and national origin
• Must have a demonstrated alignment with King’s Mission and Virtues.

Apply to: https://king-school-incorporated.checkwritersrecruit.com/job/911680/middle-school-art-adjunct-teacher

Classifications:
FLSA: Exempt

King goes beyond just stating that we are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our goal is to
intentionally hire a diverse pool of world-class faculty and staff to enrich the educational
experience of students. King seeks candidates committed to teaching and working in a
multicultural environment where varied identities are valued and respected.