Visual Arts K-8 Teacher

Overview

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Graland Country Day School is seeking a K-8 visual arts teacher. In addition to possessing a degree in the visual arts, the successful candidate will be an experienced teacher who understands school environments and the unique needs of both Lower and Middle School students. This candidate thrives when working collaboratively, has innovative ideas, integrates learning and is skilled at working and building relationships with students, faculty and families.

The candidate should be experienced at creating a culturally responsive classroom. Teachers are responsible for fostering students' love of learning and the development of academic and social-emotional skills necessary to thrive.

The visual arts curriculum at Graland blends best practices in traditional and contemporary pedagogy with experiential and innovative instructional practices. Graland’s curriculum is scaffolded from year-to-year and often integrates with core classroom curricula. Drawing, painting, multimedia, sculpture, ceramics, and printmaking dominate the covered concepts.

• Teach K–8 visual arts with awareness of developmental stages and flexible instructional strategies.
• Collaborate with the Visual and Performing Arts team to plan curriculum and the annual art show.
• Work with other departments across the school (e.g., Gates Innovation, After School Programming, Middle School Advisory).
• Possibly chaperone trips and lead Middle School clubs; support daily operations with supervision duties (recess or lunchroom).
• Foster a culturally responsive classroom and build relationships with students, families, and colleagues.
• Collaborate with core teachers and innovation coaches; support initiatives outside of the immediate realm.

• Experienced educator with preference for K–8 students.
• Bachelor’s degree and/or master’s degree in fine arts or art education preferred.
• Passion and expertise in experiential and expeditionary learning.
• Strong organization and communication skills.
• Ability to maintain effective relationships with students, faculty, administration, and parents/guardians.
• Willingness to pursue ongoing professional development opportunities.
• Ability to see the big picture and plan for seamless execution; capacity to motivate, support, and lead others.
• Growth mindset and enthusiasm to advance the school’s vision.

A great school never sits still. It keeps going, growing and evolving. Graland Country Day School is an independent school in Denver that serves students in preschool, kindergarten, elementary, and middle school. Since the school’s founding in 1924, Graland has delivered an intellectually robust, character-based educational experience derived from current research about how children learn.

While so much in the world is changing, the school’s focus remains the same:
Graland is faithful to the enduring aspects of its mission while seeking new ways to promote character and intellectual excellence. We inspire students to pursue excellence with passion and intent - academically, creatively and in their personal growth as engaged citizens and thoughtful leaders so that they learn to value individual differences and divergent thinking. We are constantly looking for ways to improve our program and keep it relevant for the next generation of students.

Guided by our mission, values, Diversity, Equity and Inclusivity Philosophy Statement and strategic plan, we go to extraordinary lengths to give children the best education possible.

Our current enrollment totals 700, and we have just over 100 faculty members, 70 percent of whom have advanced degrees. Graland’s faculty and staff enjoy a collaborative, supportive environment where each member is encouraged to be a lifelong learner. Professional development, onsite childcare, a desirable location in the heart of Denver and other benefits make Graland a dynamic, inclusive and innovative workplace.

Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Salary is between $58,000 - $83,500. Benefits include professional development,…