Art Teacher
Description
Elementary Arts Teacher, Grade K-8
Purpose of Role
Montessori Academy of Broward, located in Pembroke Pines, Florida, is seeking a motivated and dynamic Elementary Arts Teacher who is committed to ensuring student achievement for all students in the classroom. Our students at Montessori Academy are held to very high expectations regarding both academic achievement and character development.
We invite motivated, innovative art teachers with experience in teaching art to apply to join our growing School for the 2025-26 school year and beyond. Applicants should have experience teaching in their discipline from K-8. Applicants with experience teaching in the discipline are highly encouraged to apply.
ISP Principles
Begin with our children and students. Our children and students are at the heart of what we do. Simply, their success is our success. Wellbeing and safety are both essential for learners and learning. Therefore, we are consistent in identifying potential safeguarding and Health & Safety issues and acting and following up on all concerns appropriately.
Treat everyone with care and respect. We look after one another, embrace similarities and differences and promote the well-being of self and others.
Operate effectively. We focus relentlessly on the things that are most important and will make the most difference. We apply school policies and procedures and embody the shared ideas of our community.
Are financially responsible. We make financial choices carefully based on the needs of the children, students and our schools.
Learn continuously. Getting better is what drives us. We positively engage with personal and professional development and school improvement.
Elementary Arts Teacher, Grade K-8 Key Responsibilities
- Strong instructional and classroom management skills.
- Plan and deliver general art classes to groups of up to 25 students.
- Responsible for preparing lessons and leading art class instruction for K – grade 8 school students.
- Be able to introduce pupils to simple art concepts, such as the creative process, cultivating their talents while deepening their knowledge and understanding of art, design, and art history.
- Design school art installations that promote creative collaboration and make school environment more personalized.
- Manage student behavior and classroom routines to maximize learning time and create a positive classroom environment.
- Build a world-class art program while cultivating a school environment which prioritizes aesthetics.
Skills, Qualifications and Experience
- Must hold a bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university.
- Teacher certification and/or combination of equivalent education or experience
- 2+ years of prior Art teaching experience.
- Capacity to create curriculum creation if needed.
- Must be able to produce at least two written professional references.
- Must be able to pass a pre-employment background check.
- Must be proficient in educational technology and the arts.
- Collaborative practitioner who works well with colleagues.
- Must be proficient in art history.
- Ability to effectively communicate with parents on a regular basis.
- The opportunity for ongoing professional development of the Montessori educational approach from highly experienced practitioners and school leaders
- The opportunity to teach students who are engaged, enthusiastic and respectful
- The opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from different schools in the U.S. and from around the world through the International Schools Partnership
E-Verify Participation:
ISP U.S. participates in E-Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S
ISP U.S. participates in E-Verify and will provide the Federal Government with your form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S
ISP Commitment to Safeguarding Principles
ISP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.
All post holders are subject to appropriate vetting procedures, including an online due diligence search, references and satisfactory Criminal Background Checks or equivalent covering the previous 10 years’ employment history.
ISP Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging
ISP is committed to strengthening our inclusive culture by identifying, hiring, developing, and retaining high-performing teammates regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation and gender expression, age, disability status, neurodivergence, socio-economic background or other demographic characteristics. Candidates who share our vision and principles and are interested in contributing to the success of ISP through this role are strongly encouraged to apply.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person