National Association of Independent Schools is hiring: Photography/Filmmaking Te

This position is part time (0.5% FTE).Depending on the skills and interest of the candidate, there may be the possibility for additional responsibilities which would qualify for stipends. The ideal candidate would have teaching experience, professional artistic accomplishment, a bachelor’s degree in the field (master’s preferred), and a commitment to ongoing professional development.Edmund Burke School offers a studio-based experience designed to develop within each student an understanding of the visual language of the artist and one’s own creative potential. The department prioritizes rotating displays of student work throughout the year in our public spaces, and the year culminates in a school-wide Art Show.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTeach trimester-long and year-long courses that are intellectually and creatively challenging and engaging.Provide clear curricular expectations and create assessments that hold students accountable for their learning.Regularly attend department meetings and faculty and staff meetings.Respond in a timely and informative way to phone calls and emails, generally within 48 hours.Engage in continuing professional development.Coordinate student exhibitions, displays, and participate in community art projects.Other duties as assigned.ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONSEducation/Experience:Bachelor’s degree in Photography, Fine Arts, or a related field; master’s degree preferred.3 years teaching experience.Experience in both digital and film photography; studio lighting; darkroom (wet photography) processes is a plus.Proficiency in filmmaking, including scriptwriting, camera operation, lighting, editing, and sound design.Strong familiarity with photo and video editing software (the school currently uses Adobe Creative Cloud).Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Excellent communication skills.An affinity for working with adolescents.A willingness to learn and improve professionally.Personal and professional experience of the discipline being taught.Interest in extra-curricular involvement with students.A demonstrative commitment to equity and inclusion.Familiarity with independent schools and the progressive philosophy.COMPENSATIONThe School follows a faculty compensation system based on years of teaching experience. A beginning teacher entering their first year of teaching is slated to earn approximately $60,000 in 2025-26 with each additional year of experience of an incoming teacher equating to roughly $1,000- $1,500 in additional base compensation. In addition, all full time employees are eligible for a range of benefits.