Art Teacher

$48,500 - $48,500/Yr

Ashley River Classical Academy - Charleston, SC

Full-time - Entry Level

Charleston, SC

About the position

The Art Teacher position at Ashley River Classical Academy (ARCA) involves teaching art to students in grades K-5 at a new classical charter school in Charleston, SC, set to open in August 2025. The role emphasizes a classical, content-rich curriculum aimed at developing students' minds and hearts, with a focus on virtuous living and civic responsibility. The teacher will be part of a supportive faculty dedicated to excellence in education.

Responsibilities

• Planning and teaching content-rich, engaging lessons primarily using direct instruction and Socratic discussion techniques.
• Communicating frequently and consistently with parents about students' behavioral and academic progress as well as classroom events.
• Continuously improving instruction and content knowledge through coaching, professional development, and independent study.
• Fostering a sense of joy and wonder in the classroom and beyond.
• Maintaining high expectations for both academics and behavior through a commitment to schoolwide policies and procedures.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or above in Art Education or a related area of study from a fully accredited college or university.
• Possession of, or eligibility for, a South Carolina Teaching certificate.
• Familiarity with best practices in pedagogy, particularly in literacy instruction.
• Knowledge of the classical model of education.
• High moral character and a love of learning.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience in time management.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance