K-8 Arts Associate Teacher

Mission

Open Window School nurtures and inspires students of high intellectual potential.

Overview

Open Window School (K-8, coed, 360 student day school) is seeking highly qualified candidates for its K-8 Arts Associate Teacher position.

Open Window is dedicated to serving gifted students. With a strong commitment to social-emotional learning, these exceptional young people are nurtured and inspired in both their academic and personal growth. Parents/guardians and students alike are quick to point out the strength in the faculty and the close relationships Open Window teachers forge with their students. Open Window students have true enthusiasm for deep and accelerated learning, with an emphasis on project-based initiatives with real world application. Innovation and risk taking are encouraged within a supportive environment. Open Window School graduates are empathetic, academically well-prepared, innovative problem solvers, purposeful global citizens with a commitment to equity and inclusion. This is a place where it is cool to be smart and the expectation is that our students will graduate and make a difference in high school and beyond.

Located on a beautiful campus in Bellevue, Washington, 10 miles from the center of downtown Seattle, Open Window benefits from its unique location; it is surrounded by woods right in the middle of one of the fastest growing metro populations in the country. The school enjoys a robust and growing pipeline of students which will continue to drive demand for the type of rich educational experience guided by Open Window’s mission and values.

Position Overview

The K-8 Arts Associate Teacher will assist the Visual Arts, Music, and Drama programs. In middle school, this position will primarily support 5th and 6th grade art classes, provide costume/prop/set/backstage support for the four middle school dramatic productions of the school year, and be the go-to substitute for arts teachers. In the lower school, this position will support art, drama, and music through hands-on projects and subbing. The ideal candidate will have a passion for the arts, collaboration, and experience working with a large age range of students. This job requires flexibility, experience working in fast-paced work environments, organizational skills, and love for creative art forms. This is an excellent opportunity for candidates who are interested in learning and exploring valuable skills for future lead teaching opportunities, understanding independent schools and entering graduate programs in the field.

Major Areas of Responsibility/Specific Duties:

• Assisting with the teaching of arts classes in both lower and middle school (art, drama, and music).
• Assisting drama productions with organization, set/prop/costume creation, running sound and lights, etc.
• Assisting with the organization, maintenance, and inventory of the art supplies and equipment of the art studios.
• Assisting with administrative tasks such as photocopying, mounting displays, organizing equipment, etc.
• Assisting with the planning, set-up, and break-down of Winter Arts Night and Spring Arts Night.
• Assuming a lead role in any arts class when necessary.
• Working collaboratively with other teachers to support cross-disciplinary projects.
• Attending required in-service days, meetings, seminars, training sessions and other relevant school events.
• Chaperoning occasional field trips (all grades) and possible overnight hallmark experiences.
• Engaging in self-assessment and working toward professional goals.
• Rotating coverage duties for lunch, recess and dismissal and occasional before care or afterschool study hall coverage.
• Other duties as needed and assigned.

Qualities & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and/or relevant experience.
• Experience working with lower and middle school students. 
• An interest in the social-emotional development of children from early childhood through early adolescents.
• Experience in the arts (visual arts, drama, music, etc.) and the artistic process.
• A self-starter who anticipates needs, takes initiative, and actively contributes to solutions without waiting for direction.
• Supportive of the school’s Diversity Commitment, in which we embrace both our commonalities and complex range of differences that enrich our school. 
• Dedication to our mission, in which we inspire and nurture students of high intellectual potential and to promoting our core values: Bobcats are Kind, Inclusive, Respectful and Responsible.
• Ability to work independently, collegially, and collaboratively. Positive team member.
• Demonstrate a warm, engaging demeanor towards families, colleagues, and public.

Position Details:

Manager: Arts Team Lead

Compensation: $47,017 per year

Position Classification: Exempt, Full Time (10 month school year), benefit eligible

Hours: 8am – 4pm, 5pm on Tuesdays. Occasional after school, weekend and evening work required.

Benefits include:

• Paid Sick leave
• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance (paid 100% for employee only coverage)
• Employer paid Health Reimbursement Account
• Flexible Spending Accounts
• 403(b) Retirement Account, Pre-tax & Roth Options (eligible for employer contribution and employer match after one year of service).
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Professional development and training opportunities

To Apply:

Please submit a cover letter describing your interest in and qualifications for this position, your resume, and answers to the Diversity Commitment Questions below on our Career Opportunities website. Applicants must submit an answer to both of the following Diversity Commitment Questions:

• How would you define diversity?
• Describe how you have demonstrated a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in your current or prior job. If necessary, candidates can draw upon their experience in community organizations if professional experience is limited.

Please be prepared to provide 3professional references if requested. If you are unable to apply online, you are welcome to fax your resume, cover letter, and answer the Diversity Commitment Questions to 425-644-6320.

Open Window School does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, color, religion, creed, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, national or ethnic origin, or other status legally protected by local, state, or federal law.