Fryeburg Academy, a 700-student day and boarding high school located in Western Maine/the Mount Washington Valley, seeks an art teacher beginning in the fall of 2026. This position may be full time or part time, and involves teaching up to five classes in both Semester I and Semester II. The last three weeks of each school year are a stand-alone period called May Term in which teachers offer non-traditional classes focusing on experiential learning or using knowledge in new contexts; this teacher will also teach May Term classes.  Fryeburg Academy faculty have responsibilities connected with the school's boarding program and extracurricular offerings. The Academy seeks individuals who enjoy working with high school students in and out of the classroom and who wish to strengthen its community through a commitment to various roles.

Essential Job Functions

• Teach introductory through advanced portfolio art courses, which may include sculpture and ceramics for applicants with these skills; possibly also to include AP Drawing 
• Serve as an advisor for a group of 10 -14 students (if full time)
• Serve on a dorm team (if full time)

Knowledge, Skills, Dispositions

• A strong belief in independent education, and particularly the mission of Fryeburg Academy
• Outstanding knowledge of art subject matter and techniques
• Outstanding instructional skills driven by a passion for the arts
• The ability to motivate, support, and challenge students in a working studio environment and in a wide variety of media
• The ability to effectively instruct students with a range of skills and experience, from students new to art to those who hope to pursue a career in the visual arts
• Ability to work with students from a variety of backgrounds and cultures
• Interest in collaboration with other arts faculty members in the implementation of the interdisciplinary Arts Certificate Program
• The ability to contribute to the vision of the visual arts program, including to curriculum, student skill development and outcomes, and a variety of content and media
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively while maintaining high professional standards
• Computer literacy skills

Qualifying Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in education or visual arts field required; master’s degree preferred
• Art 6/9-12 teaching certification preferred but not required
• Experience working with students outside the classroom (e.g., tutoring, coaching, working in a residential or camp setting or as an activity advisor) is a plus.
• All Fryeburg Academy employees are subject to the Maine Dept. of Education Criminal History Record Check.  The successful candidate will also be subject to a background check by the Academy’s chosen provider.

Fryeburg Academy is an Equal Opportunity Employer

About Fryeburg Academy

Fryeburg Academy is an independent secondary school that serves a widely diverse population of local day students and boarding students from across the nation and around the world. The Academy believes that a strong school community provides the best conditions for learning and growth. Therefore, we strive to create a supportive school environment that promotes respect, tolerance, and cooperation, and prepares students for responsible citizenship. Within this context, the Academy’s challenging and comprehensive academic program, enriched by a varied co-curriculum, provides the knowledge and skills necessary for success in higher education and the workplace.

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