Middle School Visual Art Teacher

Description

Summary: Seeking an inspirational Middle School Visual Art Teacher to foster creativity and engage students in a collaborative and inquiry-based learning environment. Highlights: 1. Inspire middle school students and celebrate their unique stage of development 2. Collaborate effectively with colleagues in authentic learning experiences 3. Contribute to a diverse and inclusive school community We are looking to hire for the position of **Middle School Visual Art Teacher** for the 2026–2027 school year, starting in February 2027, according to the following skills and qualifications. Interested candidates please send your application by August 30th, 2026; position may close before that date if a suitable candidate is found. **Position Details** -------------------- * **Position Name**: **Middle School Visual Art Teacher** * **Reports to**: Middle School Principal * **Time commitment**: Full\-time **School Mission** ------------------ **International School Nido de Aguilas** empowers learners to **CONNECT** authentically, **EXPLORE** with curiosity, and **ACT** with purpose. **School Core Values** ---------------------- Suitable candidates will demonstrate our core values of Kindness • Respect • Responsibility • Integrity• Belonging • Positivity **Portrait of a Nido Learner** ------------------------------ Nido Learners are * Connectors * Thinkers * Inquirers * Designers * Changemakers **Qualifications and Experience** --------------------------------- * Preferred experience in a multicultural school environment * Experience delivering social and emotional learning lessons * Experience in curriculum and unit design, using the Understanding By Design framework * Professional level proficiency in English * Demonstrated experience collaborating with colleagues * Solid conceptual and applied knowledge of current research and trends in curriculum, instruction and assessment. * Experience using the National Core Arts Standards (NCAS) and an inquiry based approach (preferred) * A minimum of 2 years relevant teaching experience * Teaching certificate that covers grades 6\-8 in Visual Art **Skills, Attitudes, and Dispositions** --------------------------------------- * Ability to inspire middle school students and celebrate their unique stage of development * Ability to differentiate instruction in a class with diverse learning needs * Ability to create an engaging and active learning environment in a student\-centered classroom * Flexibility to adapt to changing instructional needs and/or scheduling needs * Strong collaboration skills **Main Duties and Responsibilities** ------------------------------------ * Uses school's guiding statements to determine appropriate learning objectives * Creates a positive, inclusive learning environment where all students feel safe and cared for * Monitors and evaluates student progress and achievement in relation to learning objectives * Uses a body of learning evidence to inform instruction * Teaches in accordance with the Art department’s adopted beliefs and best practices * Collaborates effectively with colleagues in creating authentic learning experiences that promote student choice and student agency * Leads and participates in exhibitions, cultural and community events related to the arts * Contributes to the school community outside of the classroom (e.g., after\-school activities, coaching, etc.) * Serves as a middle school advisor * Teaches Exploratory courses as appropriate * Actively seeks professional growth opportunities through Nido’s PD Academy * Engages in the co\-curricular, after school program by leading an ASA or coaching a team * Participates in Outdoor Education trips * Contributes to lunchtime and recess supervision *International School Nido de Aguilas is an equal opportunity employer. We thrive on being a diverse environment and seek the best talents who will contribute to generating an inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their gender, age, religion, race, ethnicity, marital status, cultural background, sexual orientation, languages, abilities, or any other personal characteristic.* *International School Nido de Aguilas is committed to promoting a safe and secure environment by following, enforcing and constantly improving our child safeguarding policy.*