Long-term Visual Art Substitute Teacher

About The Position

Saint Ignatius High School is seeking a Long-Term Substitute Visual Arts Teacher for the spring semester (mid-April through May), with the possibility of teaching again at the start of the fall semester. Located in Cleveland, Ohio, Saint Ignatius is a leading Jesuit college preparatory school for boys. Ideal candidates will have experience teaching at the high school level and a desire to contribute to a dynamic and successful arts program.

• Plan for and teach;
  Visual Arts Studio, an introductory studio course in visual arts, Digital Literacy: a project-based introduction to digital arts and technology, and Introduction to Sculpture Studio (3-D design, clay and sculpture).
• Guide high-impact, college-preparatory learning activities that align with our school standards and mission.
• Create and maintain a classroom environment with fair and consistent standards in all areas--including content and assessments as well as interpersonal relationships and behavior.

• Bachelor's degree with a major in visual art, design or similar;
  Master's degree is preferred.
• Experience teaching in a high school classroom setting. Familiarity with Catholic, Jesuit education is a plus.
• Current Ohio teaching license is recommended, but not required with relevant experience.
• Current Long-term Substitute License or eligibility to obtain required.

• Personally
  • A strong commitment to the values of Catholic, Jesuit education
  • A work ethic defined by high standards of ethics and personal conduct, honesty, integrity, and professionalism
  • A commitment to continuous learning and improvement, growth mindset, and excellent organizational and communication skills
• In the classroom
  • Ability to establish a classroom culture that is built on strong teacher-student relationships and allows for risk‑taking, while providing a differentiated program addressing various skill levels
  • A dedication to student learning and achievement includes experience with inquiry‑based teaching strategies and real‑world applications in the context of 58 minute class periods
  • Proficiency with the use of technology for teaching and learning
• Within our community
  • A desire to collaborate to develop and maintain strong collegial relationships
  • Ability to build on others’ ideas, capitalize on others’ strengths, and effectively share responsibility
  • A willingness to participate in extracurricular activities

Praise, reverence, and service should mark the relationship that exists not only between teachers and students, but among all members of the school community. Ideally, Jesuit schools should be places where people are believed in, honored and cared for; where the natural talents and creative abilities of persons are recognized and celebrated; where individual contributions and accomplishments are appreciated; where everyone is treated fairly and justly;

where sacrifice on behalf of the economically poor, the socially deprived, and the educationally disadvantaged is commonplace; where each of us finds the challenge, encouragement, and support we need to reach his or her individual potential for excellence; where we help one another and work together with enthusiasm and generosity, attempting to model concretely in word in action the ideals we uphold for our students and ourselves.

Saint Ignatius High School, which opened its doors September 6, 1886, is a Jesuit college‑preparatory school. The school enrolls more than 1,400 young men who hail from 96 cities in a nine‑county region.

Academically, Saint Ignatius is a regional and state leader in National Merit finalists. To challenge students and prepare them for college, the Saint Ignatius curriculum offers 21 Advanced Placement (AP) and 32 honors courses. In September 2009, the school was designated a Blue Ribbon school by the U.S. Department of Education.

A Saint Ignatius education prepares students to become competent, concerned and socially responsible members of their communities. With a motto of Men for Others, there is a prime concern for the development of Christian values among all…