The Out-of-Door Academy seeks a Lower School Art Educator to join a thriving school that is committed to providing a relevant and student-centered learning experience.

APPLY AT:           https://www.oda.edu/about/career-center

The deadline for applications is April 7, 2025

Responsibilities - Reporting to the Head of Lower School, the Lower School Art Educator will be responsible for the following:

• Use teaching strategies that motivate pre-K through 5^th Grade students to engage in the learning process while exposing them to a variety of artistic mediums, techniques, and genres.
• Bring inspiring and engaging projects to students in creative and differentiated ways.
• Teach at both our Siesta Key and Clark Road locations.
• Closely collaborate with Lower School colleagues to support students, educators, and families across the division.
• Live the school’s mission and core values of respect, integrity, service, excellence, and responsibility.

Qualifications - The following experience, skills & knowledge are required and/or preferred:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts or a related field required; Master’s degree preferred.
• Experience teaching in grades pre-K through 5^th Grade, ideally in an independent school setting.
• Demonstrated passion as an art educator who employs current advances in education and can show demonstrated success with this pedagogy.
• Invest in making contributions beyond the classroom, such as advisory, clubs and coaching.
• Proficient with Word, Excel, and the Google drive platform.
• A successful track record of working effectively with a wide range of constituencies including students, educators, and parents.
• Occasional travel required on weekends, nights, and in-between campuses; occasional overnight travel to attend training and conferences.

Compensation and Benefits

This is a 10-month full-time exempt position available in August 2025. Compensation is highly competitive and commensurate with experience and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

At Out-of-Door, we value a diverse workforce. Applicants of any race, creed, physical ability, color, religion, sex, age, gender, sexual orientation or national origin are encouraged to apply.  Once an offer is accepted, the position will require the successful completion of a national background screening and drug testing.

Other

Candidates are asked to address what attracts them to this position, to Out-of-Door, and to the Sarasota community in their cover letter.

Candidates will be required to complete a video submission interview through the SparkHire platform.  Once an application has been received, instructions on completing the video submission will be provided through an email.  A candidate application will be considered complete once this video submission has been received.

About The Out-of-Door Academy

At The Out-of-Door Academy, we don’t just educate; we inspire. An independent school located across three beautiful campuses in Sarasota, Florida, we serve over 860 students from Pre-K to 12th grade, providing an exceptional education rooted in discovery, growth, and transformation. Our vibrant, supportive community nurtures creativity, resilience, and a lifelong love of learning. This is more than a school—it’s a place where dreams take shape, talents shine, and possibilities flourish. By fostering curiosity and collaboration at every grade level, ODA shapes thinkers, creators, and change-makers who are equipped to lead and contribute meaningfully to their communities and beyond. Our innovative curriculum emphasizes hands-on, experiential learning, empowering students to become lifelong learners. We offer a well-balanced blend of academics, athletics, and the arts, allowing students to pursue their passions while gaining fundamental life skills. Founded in 1924, The Out-of-Door Academy is the second oldest private school in Florida. Our commitment to excellence is evident in our rigorous academic programs, state-of-the-art facilities, and a dedicated faculty of caring profession...als who are experts in their fields. We believe in preparing students not just for college, but for a lifetime of success and impact in an ever-changing world. We invite you to join our community and experience the Out-of-Door difference for yourself.

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