French Secondary School Art Teacher - Part-time (20 hrs​/week

Secondary School Art Teacher – Part-time

Rochambeau, The French International School of Washington, DC (Rochambeau), has an opening for a Secondary School Art Teacher – Part-time (20 hours/week) for the  school year.

Location:

Bethesda, MD

Reports to:

Secondary School Director Job Type :
Part-time;
Exempt;
Faculty Association Collective Bargaining Unit (CBA) applicable Salary Information : $25,954.12 – $55,212.12 annually (Pro-rated 50% FTE rate based on the current CBA faculty scale of $51,908.24 – $ for a full-time position; actual placement determined by education and experience step. For example, a teacher with a Bachelor's degree and a teaching credential with 5 years of experience will have a base salary of $28,984.89 per year for this 50% FTE part-time position.

Benefits:
In addition to base compensation, this position is eligible for: paid time off, paid holidays, and health and retirement benefits enrollment, which includes medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and a 403(b) plan, pro-rated in accordance with hours worked and in accordance with the conditions outlined in the Faculty Association Collective Bargaining Agreement.

THE SCHOOL Rochambeau, a co-educational day school, offers an exceptional blend of the French curriculum and a robust English program to a diverse student body of about 1,300, from Preschool to 12th grade. Our school thrives on diversity, housing over 80 nationalities. We steadfastly promote a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

At Rochambeau, we value our school-based and in-person work environment for all faculty and staff. We believe on-site collaboration fuels our commitment to fostering a vibrant and inclusive educational environment. This in-person interaction is integral to our school values, allowing us to engage more fully, communicate effectively, and cultivate a strong community spirit.

The Secondary School Art Teacher is responsible for cultivating an appreciation for aesthetics and creative expression in secondary students (Middle and High School). Reporting directly to the Secondary School Director, the teacher guides students through the principles of design, art history, and practical artistic mediums, encouraging both technical skill development and individual creative talent. French is the language of instruction for this position.

Working within a multicultural educational environment, the successful candidate delivers high-quality instruction in alignment with school guidelines, manages studio assets safely, and curates opportunities to showcase student work across the school community. This position requires demonstrating the competencies and behaviors needed to improve student preparedness and academic mastery of the subject, and to support the core values, vision, and mission of Rochambeau.

• Plan, prepare, and deliver engaging visual arts instruction covering drawing, painting, lettering, design principles, elements of art, and art history.
• Demonstrate diverse studio techniques and mediums, including drawing media, masters' techniques, and acrylic paint applications (dry brushing, staining, layering, underpainting, and monoprinting).
• Foster aesthetic concepts, qualitative analysis, and critical appreciation of art among students.
• Differentiate instruction through individual and small-group learning activities to accommodate students with varying intellectual, language, and artistic abilities.
• Instruct students on the safe handling, proper care, and maintenance of art tools, equipment, and studio materials.
• Maintain an organized workspace and inventory control system for storage areas to prevent loss or damage and streamline distribution.
• Select, order, and maintain inventory records for books, art supplies, tools, and instructional aids within allocated parameters.
• Plan, organize, and curate art displays and exhibitions throughout the campus and local community to showcase student achievements.
• Supervise students in various school settings and maintain a safe and respectful learning environment.
• Actively participate in parent-teacher meetings, faculty meetings, professional development…