Summer Art: Digital Photography and 5th Grade Art Educator

About the position

Geffen Academy educators approach teaching as an intellectual profession of the highest order, one in which knowledge is not only transmitted but is created. Geffen Academy educators possess a sophisticated and reflective understanding of their discipline and a record of achievement. This achievement demonstrates their ability to utilize and to contribute to the robust connections we have with UCLA, a world-class research institution. Educators' innovation is guided by our school's mission to prioritize proven educational practices while also recognizing that teaching is a complex endeavor that defies rigid codification. We are committed to a humane working environment and we also recognize that teaching goes beyond the life of the mind. Geffen Academy educators seek to create trusting and caring relationships with their students and with their larger community. The creative enrichment course in digital photography will focus on capturing the experience of everyday life through the lens. Students will have technical demonstrations, brief photography theory lectures, and personalized guidance with significant time to develop their skills in capturing and artistic thinking to create photographic narratives that reflect their lived experiences. The course will conclude with a group critique where each student will share their work and engage in a discussion of their artistic choices and what they mean in the work. The summer art course for rising 5th grade students will provide students with a comprehensive overview of middle school art. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in visual arts and experience working with middle school students. This position will involve creating and implementing an engaging art curriculum that inspires creativity, critical thinking, and artistic expression. Students can expect to practice drawing, painting, ceramics, and digital art. Under the direction of the Summer Program Director at Geffen Academy at UCLA, the Educator will create this course of study, prepare materials, and deliver an excellent summer enrichment courses. The Educator will teach one digital photography section to students entering grades 7- 11. The course will be up to 90 minutes long and meet daily over a three (3) week period. The educator will also teach one section of middle school art to students entering grade 6 and this course will not be more than 55 minutes. All courses will be taught in-person on Geffen Academy's campus.

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design and development of curricula that develops a creative and innovative mindset and joy in the Geffen Academy's students.
• Build a creative program for secondary school students in areas such as, but not limited to: creative thinking, meta cognition, 3D art.
• Support students in a dynamic process of project planning and execution of created curriculum, including hands-on opportunities for students to express themselves through multiple mediums and modalities.
• Collaborate with other educators in creation of the Geffen Academy program that meets the needs and interests of the Geffen Academy's students.

Requirements

• Must have a Bachelor's degree (Master's degree preferred) in a related field and a strong background in secondary education.
• Familiarity with educational management systems including Blackbaud, Google Classroom, and Zoom.
• Unquestionable personal integrity, excellent judgment, sound instincts, diplomacy and patience, and strong work ethic.
• Strong background in secondary education, including creating and producing high quality curriculum and educational programming.
• Ability to think and act strategically combined with a strong commitment to providing an excellent and accessible educational experience for each student.
• Must be self-directed and able to effectively prioritize and handle multiple tasks subject to frequent interruption.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills.
• Highly perceptive and intuitive.
• Exceptional listening skills and sensitivity to the needs of others.
• Collegially inclined with peers; a willing communicator and collaborator; enthusiastic team player.
• Comfortable working within a fast-paced summer program environment.

Benefits

• Full-time salary range of $4,002 - $9,086, pro-rated based on appointment percentage.