Digital Arts Teacher

Ransom Everglades School; Miami (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Ransom Everglades School in Miami seeks a full-time Digital Arts Teacher to join our Visual Arts faculty for Grades 6-12. The role focuses on digital arts instruction and Adobe Creative Cloud proficiency, with potential to teach additional visual arts courses based on expertise.

The ideal candidate holds a BFA/BA in Fine Arts (Master’s degree preferred) and has experience teaching MS/US in independent schools, demonstrating collaboration, reliability, and strong communication with students and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts (BFA), Arts (BA), or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).
• Experience teaching Middle and Upper School students in independent schools preferred.
• Proven ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.

Responsibilities

• Teach five visual arts courses per academic year, primarily digital arts.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications (Illustrator, Photoshop, Animate, Fresco, After Effects, Premiere Pro).
• Create and assess quizzes, tests, projects, and exams to evaluate progress.
• Provide individualized feedback and office hours support.
• Collaborate with Visual Arts faculty and participate in meetings and school initiatives.
• Serve as an academic advisor and engage in school activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Reliability/Attendance

Collaboration

Education

BFA/BA in Fine Arts or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud: Illustrator

Adobe Creative Cloud: Photoshop

Adobe Creative Cloud: Animate

Adobe Creative Cloud: Fresco

Adobe Creative Cloud: After Effects

Adobe Creative Cloud: Premiere Pro

Job description

*Ransom Everglades School is currently accepting applications for positions for the upcoming 2027–2028 academic year*Ransom Everglades is seeking a full-time Digital Arts Teacher to join our Visual Arts faculty, who will be responsible for teaching Digital Arts courses in both Middle School (MS) and Upper School (US). The teacher may also be asked to teach additional visual arts courses based on their expertise. This position supports our mission of promoting lifelong learning in a diverse, values-based community, focusing on inquiry-based, student-centered education, global perspectives, and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. The ideal candidate will demonstrate reliability, strong collaboration skills, and excellent attendance.Essential Duties ResponsibilitiesTeach five visual arts courses per academic year, with a primary focus on digital arts.Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, including Illustrator, Photoshop, Animate, Fresco, After Effects, and Premiere Pro.Develop and deliver engaging lessons for grades 6-12, adapting instruction to meet various learning styles.Create and assess assignments such as quizzes, tests, projects, and exams to evaluate student progress.Provide constructive, individualized feedback and offer additional support to students during office hours.Maintain a positive, structured classroom environment conducive to student engagement and respect for learning.Participate in ongoing professional development to stay current with educational best practices.Communicate regularly with parents about student progress through conferences and reports.Collaborate with faculty, especially within the Visual Arts department, to share resources and strategies.Participate in section, department, and all-school meetings, as well as school-wide initiatives and professional development sessions.Serve as an academic advisor and engage in school activities and events, supporting the overall school community.Additional ResponsibilitiesPerform other related responsibilities as assigned.QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Fine Arts (BFA), Arts (BA), or a related field (Master’s degree preferred).Experience teaching Middle and Upper School students, with independent school teaching experience strongly preferred.Proven ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and parents.Familiarity with technology integration in education is highly desirable.Skills and AttributesStrong oral and written communication skills.Dependable, with excellent attendance and timely completion of tasks.Collaborative and professional, building positive relationships within the school community.Performance FactorsAttendance and Dependability: Reliable, with minimal absences and consistent punctuality.Communication: Clear and effective communication with colleagues, students, and parents.Teamwork: Works well with others, fostering positive, professional relationships and contributing to a constructive work environment.This position provides an exciting opportunity for a creative and dedicated educator to join a supportive and dynamic community at Ransom Everglades.