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There is an opening for an Upper School Visual Arts Teacher at Fayetteville Academy. The position is full-time and will begin on August 8, 2023.

Position Expectations

Fayetteville Academy is hiring a visual arts teacher that is eager to join a passionate faculty. The Upper School visual arts curriculum is replete with numerous courses from 3D Sculpture to Ceramics, Advanced Studio Art, Independent Art, and Art Journaling, with the opportunity to expand to include AP Art and Design. This role includes keeping track of lesson plans, progress reports, and grades, as well as providing oversight and maintaining (ordering supplies, etc…) a vibrant visual arts studio.

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have at least a bachelor’s degree in fine arts (master’s degree preferred). Three to five years of teaching experience in either middle or high school education is preferred, though candidates with a substantial record of professional achievement will be considered. Independent school experience is preferable. Effective communication with students, parents, and colleagues is essential. Problem solving and critical thinking skills, a sense of humor, enthusiasm, and a desire to collaborate and champion visual arts are also important for this position. 

Fayetteville Academy actively seeks candidates who participate in the life of the school and possess strong interpersonal skills that allow one to work effectively with students, parents, faculty, and administration. They should be a self-directed individual who is solution-oriented, flexible, and works well with teams and individuals while possessing a positive attitude. 

References should speak to an applicant’s ability to be a dynamic educator, to be an effective, supportive mentor for adolescents.  Interested candidates should email a resume, cover letter, and at least three references to mucareers@fayacademy.org

Fayetteville Academy admits students of any race, color, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, or sexual orientation to all the rights, privileges, programs, and activities generally accorded or made available to students at the school. It does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national and ethnic origin, gender identity, or sexual orientation in administration of its educational policies, admissions, financial aid, and athletic and other school-administered programs. In compliance with the Immigration Act of 1990, Fayetteville Academy will employ only United States citizens and aliens lawfully authorized to work in the United States. Upon employment, acceptable authorization and identification documents will be required.

About Fayetteville Academy

Fayetteville Academy is a PK - 12th grade school with approximately 400 students. We were founded in 1970 and we are the only truly independent, college preparatory day school in Fayetteville, NC. The Academy has earned a strong reputation within the community for the quality of its academic, fine arts, and athletic programs. To learn more about the Academy, please visit our website at www.fayacademy.org. No phone calls accepted, please!

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