Adaptive Art Teacher - Part-Time, 10-Month

Greenwich Education Group; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Gym discounts

Tuition reimbursement

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Job summary

The Spire School in Stamford, CT seeks an Art Teacher for a part-time, 10-month position. You will design engaging instruction for grades 6–12, align with Connecticut standards, differentiate for diverse learners, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support each student’s growth and success.

Deliver adaptive lessons, maintain progress documentation, and foster a welcoming classroom that encourages creativity and self-expression through the arts.

Qualifications

• Plan and deliver engaging art instruction aligned with Connecticut State Standards, incorporating art history and diverse artists, movements, and styles.
• Teach techniques and media including drawing, graphite, charcoal, acrylic and watercolor painting, color theory, composition, and mixed-media projects.
• Differentiate lessons and projects based on students’ individual abilities, interests, learning profiles, and social-emotional needs.
• Create and maintain an organized, welcoming, and visually engaging classroom with clear expectations and appropriate structure.
• Monitor, document, and report student progress while contributing relevant information to the IEP and progress-monitoring processes.
• Build positive relationships with students and help them develop confidence, independence, perseverance, and self-expression through the arts.
• Collaborate closely with teachers, clinicians, school counselors, school leadership, and families to support student success.
• Participate as an active member of The Spire School community and perform other duties as assigned by school leadership.

Responsibilities

• Deliver adaptive art instruction using research-based practices, modify lessons to meet diverse student needs, and create a positive, inclusive learning environment.
• Develop and maintain lesson plans, instructional materials, and accurate documentation of student progress and skill development.
• Differentiate instruction and implement behavior supports as needed to ensure meaningful and safe participation for all students.
• Collaborate with colleagues, follow school-wide expectations, contribute to non-instructional activities, and communicate effectively with staff and families.
• Integrate technology into instruction, supervise students across various school settings, and perform other duties as assigned to support school and program success.

Skills

Art instruction

Differentiation

Classroom management

Student progress documentation

Collaboration with staff

Education

Bachelor's degree in Art Education

Tools

Technology in the classroom

Job description

The Spire School in Stamford, CT seeks an Art Teacher for a part-time, 10-month position. You will design engaging instruction for grades 6–12, align with Connecticut standards, differentiate for diverse learners, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to support each student’s growth and success.

Deliver adaptive lessons, maintain progress documentation, and foster a welcoming classroom that encourages creativity and self-expression through the arts.