The Shefa School is a Jewish community day school in Manhattan serving students in grades 1-8 who benefit from a specialized educational environment in order to develop their strengths while addressing their learning challenges. We specifically serve students with language-based learning disabilities who have not yet reached their potential levels of success in traditional classroom settings. Shefa is a pluralistic community school, serving families across the range of Jewish involvement and observance. At Shefa, we believe that differences are a source of strength and that we are all enriched by the diversity of perspectives.
About the Position
The Shefa School is seeking a full-time Art Teacher for September 2022 to teach in the Lower and Middle Schools.
Key Responsibilities
The Art Teacher will collaborate with the Art Team in teaching and preparing for art classes to students in both the lower and middle school. The art teacher will teach sections of art classes, mentor and support the art assistant teacher, as well as organize, set up, and clean art materials. They also support the school at large in the display of student work, collaboration with classroom teachers to integrate art into other subject areas, such as Judaic Studies and Social Studies, as well as perform a support role during lunch, recess and arrival/dismissal.
Qualifications
The ideal candidate will have experience working with children in an art setting. Experience working with students with language-based learning disabilities is a plus. We seek teachers who thrive in highly collaborative environments, who are reflective and committed to growth, who have strong communication skills, and who demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion.
