Middle School Art Teacher
Middle School Art Teacher
School: Athens Academy
Available Position: Teacher
Description:
The School:
Athens Academy is a co-educational, non-sectarian, independent college preparatory day school of approximately 900 students in grades K3-12 that offers a traditional liberal arts curriculum and innovative approaches to teaching and learning. The school’s mission is to seek “excellence with honor in the educational and personal experience of each student.” Situated on a picturesque campus of 152 acres, Athens Academy admits students from diverse social, economic, religious, and racial backgrounds--all of whom benefit from a challenging academic program, a vibrant arts program, competitive athletics, and a variety of service opportunities. Athens Academy faculty and staff members are dedicated professionals who are not only experts in their respective fields of study but are also sensitive to the gifts and challenges of individual students.
The Middle School:
Recognizing that Middle School students are in a rapid mental, emotional, and physical growth stage of life, Athens Academy emphasizes responsibility, creativity, independent thinking, personal values, and service to others. Middle School students (grades 5-8), begin to master broader and more rigorous aspects of learning that include written expression, vocabulary, problem-solving, research, scientific investigation, and teamwork. An emphasis on critical and creative thinking runs throughout the curriculum. Opportunities for public speaking, performing, publication, and athletic competitions complement the challenging academic program. The Middle School is composed of approximately 300 students supported by 38 teachers and instructional support staff.
The Position:
Athens Academy seeks a dynamic, creative, and versatile Middle School art teacher, beginning January 2026 or before. Essential characteristics include a love of children, energy, optimism, flexibility, the ability to work with others, a good sense of humor, and a firm foundation in art education and content. We are looking for someone excited to become a part of our community and who enjoys and understands middle school learners. The ideal candidate will convey a love of learning and instill in our students a curiosity about our world and the desire to apply what they learn to other disciplines and the world around them. Assignments will include art instruction to middle school students while also working to support the Middle School teams with activities ranging from carpool and lunch duty to involvement in learning team meetings.
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree or higher
A background in art education and age-appropriate experience teaching art
Ability to manage multiple ongoing projects and help students produce art regularly
Willingness to display student art throughout the Middle School and change art out bi-monthly
Three or more years of experience working with middle grades students.
Application Process:
The school will accept materials from interested candidates until the position is filled. Visit https://www.athensacademy.org/community/employment-opportunities to apply.
A completed packet will include the following components:
Cover letter expressing interest in Athens Academy and this position
Resume or curriculum vitae
Names of three references and contact information
Contact name: Diana Murdock
Contact email address: dmurdock@athensacademy.org