School of Design Teacher: Fine Art
Philadelphia Performing Arts: A String Theory Charter School seeks a full-time teacher to
join the School of Design faculty at the Vine Street Campus (1600 Vine Street). At Vine
Street, students in grades 6-12 engage their learning in a unique educational environment
designed to grow the next generation of creative leaders. Students focus on a major in the
performing arts, sciences, or design to complement their technology-infused, project-based,
standards- and competency-driven academic curriculum. Our teachers are creative,
passionate, professional educators that believe every student has specific intelligences that
must be nurtured and that all students should have an equal opportunity to achieve their
own innate potential.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s or Advanced Degree
- PA Education Certifications (optional, but preferred)
- Criminal history, child abuse and FBI clearances (Acts 34, 151 and FBI)
String Theory Schools teaching candidates...
- are passionate about the creative arts, science, and design
- are undaunted by urban challenges and dynamic change
- value multi-disciplinary collaboration
- know technology can transform learning experiences
- apply feedback and constructive criticism with grace
- understand that hard work and fun are not mutually exclusive
- accept responsibility for student growth
- not only think outside the box,
but find compelling reasons why the box isn’t necessary
Description: Design Teacher / Fine Art
- Excellence in teaching fine art mediums (2D and 3D; analog and digital) as
demonstrated through a portfolio of recent student work.
