Headwaters School, a Pre-K through grade 12 independent day school serving 540 students across its three campuses in Austin, TX, is seeking a Photography Teacher in our Middle and High School for the 2018-2019 academic year.

At Headwaters, our esteemed Faculty are responsible for fostering a positive environment of learning that responds to the particular needs of each child and classroom environment; helping each student to develop identity formation, to live authentically, to think expansively and to create bravely.  

Teaching Job Requirements:

• At least three years prior experience teaching photography in a Middle or High School setting
• Bachelor's Degree required, degree in Photography, Art, Education or a related field preferred
• Extensive knowledge and understanding of the history of fine art photography, contemporary art practices and photography as fine art
• Commitment to a professional studio practice and exhibition of art works
• Understanding of both digital and darkroom processes

Ideal candidates will possess the following skills:

• Advanced Degree, preferred
• Working knowledge of a variety of artistic styles and visual art teaching methodologies.
• International Baccalaureate (IB) experience and training, preferred
• Passion for working with young people
• Is a team player
• A commitment to personal and professional development
• Is a creative individual
• Ability to maintain calm and focus
• Operates with a high level of integrity and organization
• Highly organized & tech savvy

This is a full-time, 12-month salaried, exempt position and compensation is competitive for the greater Austin area. The school offers a wide-range of benefits including generous paid time off, 100% paid medical insurance for the employee and 401(k) employer matching, on-going professional support and continuing education opportunities, and a unique working environment where you are able to share and receive ongoing feedback. This position reports to the High School Head.

Interested applicants should go to the Headwaters School Employment website to apply.

As a 501(c)3 non-profit school, Headwaters does not discriminate because of race, color, creed, national origin, religion, gender, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation or any other classes protected by federal, state, or local law in its administration of policies regarding eligibility for faculty and staff positions.