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VISUAL ARTS LEAVE REPLACEMENT 

School of the Holy Child is a 5-12 all-girls, Catholic, independent school in Westchester County, NY whose mission it is to develop “women of conscience and action.” Our founder, Cornelia Connelly, believed that all schools should embody “joy in teaching and joy in learning” and this is evident on our campus each day. Accomplished and dedicated faculty members foster the spiritual development, individual talents and interests of each student. This is realized through rigorous and comprehensive academic, arts, athletics, service and global programs. Our 375 students come from 75 communities throughout the Bronx, Queens, and Westchester in New York, as well as Fairfield County in Connecticut. Holy Child graduates are prepared for the innovative and critical thought necessary in a diverse, interconnected society.

Holy Child seeks a Studio Arts teacher for a, roughly, six-week leave replacement position. This multi-grade position may include sections of Studio I and Studio II, as well as Middle School art and Ceramics. Ideal candidates are passionate educators who value interdisciplinary teaching and creative learning experiences. A Holy Child teacher will have the resources of a supportive department and an established curriculum. 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach five sections of Art; provide support for students outside of class time, as needed
• Collaborate with colleagues on interdisciplinary opportunities for learning and share resources; participate in regular meetings with the Department Chair
• Evaluate students’ growth, keep appropriate records, and prepare narrative reports
• Engage with new technologies and methodologies for teaching and assessing 
• Show a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion work
• Communicate professionally and compassionately with every member of the community: students, families, and colleagues alike
• Attend and participate in parent conferences and school events
• Participate in grade-level and school-wide meetings, as needed
• Support the students and division by covering study halls, lunch duties and other assignments, as needed
• Work with students in Grades 5-12 through clubs/teams or advisory, as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in art or arts education required; Master’s degree in Art education or Studio Art preferred
• Some Middle and Upper School Teaching experience preferred
• Experience teaching similar content is required
• Passionate and knowledgeable about progressive education, problem-based teaching and learning and differentiation
• Strong planning and organizational skills
• A good sense of humor and collegial spirit

Coupled with these credentials, the candidate will have a deep understanding of differentiated instruction, a flexible and team-oriented approach, exceptional organizational and written communication skills with attention to detail, and superior interpersonal skills. In addition, candidates with experience in an all-girl, faith-based school and those who will embrace our School's mission of developing women of conscience and action are preferable. 

About School of the Holy Child

School of the Holy Child is a 5-12 all-girls, Catholic, independent school in Westchester County, NY whose mission it is to develop “women of conscience and action.” Our founder, Cornelia Connelly, believed that all schools should? ?embody “joy in teaching and joy in learning” and this is evident on our campus each day. Accomplished and dedicated faculty members foster the spiritual development, individual talents and interests of each student. This is realized through rigorous and comprehensive academic, arts, athletics, service and global programs. Holy Child graduates are prepared for the innovative and critical thought necessary in a diverse, interconnected society.

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