Job Title: Art Teacher
Location: Montessori School
Position Type: Full-Time
Schedule: Monday to Friday, 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Grade Levels: Ages 3 years old to 8th grade
School History:
Founded in 1968 by Barbara R. Spitzer as a private, non-profit school, CMS has served as a model for the education community in Birmingham for over 50 years. CMS enrolls 250 students at the toddler, primary, elementary, and adolescent levels (18 months through 8th Grade) on a two-acre campus located in the center of Homewood. The campus houses four modern buildings surrounding a central, spacious outdoor environment. The classroom environments themselves are large, well-lit, well equipped with Montessori materials, and open to the outdoors. The school is supported by a vested not-for-profit board and an operating budget of over 2.5 million dollars.
Convenient to both downtown Birmingham and over-the-mountain suburbs, CMS draws from 21 zip codes throughout the metropolitan area. CMS offers its students an unparalleled private school education in a warm, safe, and loving atmosphere where the focus is on the individual child.
CMS faithfully endorses and follows the Montessori Method to fulfill its mission and is accredited with the American Montessori Society. Their mission, coupled with a tradition of encouraging and sustaining diversity and equity, has long been a source of pride and strength.
Mission Statement:
Creative Montessori School provides an authentic Montessori environment that empowers children to discover their own unique potential to shape their future and transform the world around them.
Job Description:
We are looking for a creative and enthusiastic Art Teacher to join our Montessori School team. This position requires a passion for art education and an ability to inspire students aged 5 to 14 to explore their creativity and develop their artistic skills. The ideal candidate will create a nurturing environment that encourages self-expression and appreciation for the arts. The art teacher will teach group lessons for students ages 5 years old through 8th grade from 10:00-3:00pm. From 3:00-5:00pm, the instructor will teach smaller afterschool extracurricular activities to students 3 years old through 8th grade.
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement an engaging art curriculum that aligns with Montessori principles, catering to the diverse needs of students from preschool to middle school.
- Teach various art techniques, including drawing, painting, sculpture, and mixed media, while encouraging exploration and experimentation.
- Organize and lead extracurricular art activities, including after-school programs, art clubs, and exhibitions.
- Foster a positive and inclusive classroom environment that promotes artistic expression and collaboration among students.
- Assess and evaluate student progress through individual feedback and assessments, adapting teaching methods to meet varying skill levels.
- Collaborate with other teachers to integrate art into the broader curriculum and school projects.
- Communicate effectively with parents and guardians regarding student progress and involvement in art programs.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Art Education, Fine Arts, or a related field.
- Previous teaching experience, preferably in a Montessori or similar educational setting.
- Strong skills in a variety of art mediums and techniques.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a passion for working with children.
- Ability to create a supportive and inspiring artistic environment.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
- Professional development opportunities.
- Tuition discount for your children
- Free lunch for staff members
- Percentage towards Health and dental insurance, 401k match, short-term/long-term disability, paid time off
- Opportunities for growth within a well-established Montessori program.
Application Process:
If you are an enthusiastic and dedicated educator with a passion for Montessori education, we invite you to apply for this position at Creative Montessori School. Please submit your resume and cover letter to Dave DeHarde at ddeharde@cmskids.org.