The Archer School for Girls is seeking a skilled and dedicated full-time ceramics teacher to join our esteemed faculty beginning August 2025. The position includes teaching five courses for students in grades 8-12 and serving as a grade-level mentor. We are looking for someone who is passionate about ceramics and committed to fostering a nurturing and dynamic learning environment for our students.

Our Arts Department:

·         Teaches artistic skills and techniques

·         Teaches students to think creatively and make connections

·         Develops aesthetic awareness

·         Offers opportunities for students to engage with the community

·         Creates a venue for students’ creative expression

·         Empowers students to develop their voice and expression

·         Has a demonstrated commitment to supporting equity and inclusion

Our Ideal Candidate:

·         Holds a BFA or MFA in a related field

·         Has taught for at least 2-3 years at the middle or secondary level

·         Has professional experience as an artist

·         Has knowledge of all aspects of the ceramics art form and lab, including expertise in wheel-throwing and hand-building techniques.

·         Has the flexibility to teach multiple levels in middle and high school

·         Works to effectively differentiate for diverse learners

·         Collaborates well with colleagues within planning teams

·         Routinely reflects on their lessons and seeks feedback

·         Plans to work with teachers across disciplines for interdisciplinary projects

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

·         Teaching five courses

·         Instructing students in all levels of ceramics, grades 8-12

·         Serving as a mentor/advisor

·         Building and sustaining a warm and inclusive classroom culture

·         Designing instructional materials, activities and assessments that promote student learning and achievement 

·         Demonstrating safe and proper use of equipment and the safe handling of all wet and dry materials in the Ceramics Studio.

·         Maintaining all equipment available in the Ceramics Studio

·         Providing and supporting periodic maintenance and repairs of all equipment in the Ceramics Studio as necessary

·         Maintaining the Ceramics yearly budget, including ordering of supplies and updating of equipment

·         Performing duties associated with the development and review of curriculum and the assessment of learning, including, but not limited to, grading and required record keeping

·         Participating in departmental and school-wide functions as required

·         Commitment to ongoing professional development

Beyond competitive pay and benefits, faculty enjoy working in a highly collegial, student-centered, and joyful learning community. We seek teachers who will contribute to our equitable learning environment.  Integral to our mission, Archer has remained passionately committed to cultivating a diverse and inclusive community where all students can thrive personally and academically.

Salary range: $69,463 - $124,022 annually (depending on qualifications and experience)

To apply, please click on the link below:

http://www.archer.org/careers

No phone calls, please. More information on Archer can be found at www.archer.org. The Archer School for Girls is an Equal Opportunity Employer.