High School Art Educator | Social Justice & Place-Based Learning

New Haven Ecology Project Inc; Washington; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Common Ground High School is seeking a dedicated Art Teacher for a 1.0 FTE position. The role involves teaching integrated 10th grade Art and an elective, in a school focused on environmental justice and community engagement in New Haven.

The ideal candidate will bring a data-driven, compassionate approach to instruction, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and promote family engagement while supporting varied learners through culturally relevant curricula.

Qualifications

• Experience with arts education and arts integration, including multiple art forms.
• Ability to build and sustain relationships with community partners.
• Knowledge of trauma-informed practices and restorative approaches.
• Experience with place-based, experiential learning methods.
• Familiarity with Google applications and online learning tools.

Responsibilities

• Teach Integrated 10th grade Art classes and an Art elective.
• Support 10th grade core curriculum with a culturally relevant, social justice focus.
• Collaborate with colleagues and special education staff to support varied learners.
• Develop materials and lesson plans for diverse instructional needs.
• Review student performance data and maintain records and reports.
• Engage families in students' educational progress.

Skills

Arts education

Community partnerships

Trauma-informed practice

Place-based learning

Data-driven instruction

Collaboration

Tools

Google Workspace

Job description

Common Ground High School is seeking a dedicated Art Teacher for a 1.0 FTE position. The role involves teaching integrated 10th grade Art and an elective, in a school focused on environmental justice and community engagement in New Haven.

The ideal candidate will bring a data-driven, compassionate approach to instruction, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and promote family engagement while supporting varied learners through culturally relevant curricula.