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Visual Arts Teacher

Falmouth Public Schools | Falmouth, ME, United States

Posted Date 2/14/2025
Full job description Falmouth High School is seeking a dynamic and innovative full-time Visual Arts teacher starting in the 2025-26 academic year. This individual will teach five sections of student-centered classes in Visual Arts each semester; other full-time faculty responsibilities include serving as an advisor, supporting independent student learning initiatives, and taking an active role in the school community in support of student learning and wellness. Falmouth teachers are expected to engage in ongoing professional learning, authentic collaboration with other faculty and staff, and regular goal-setting and reflection.

The ideal candidate:
  • is passionate about teaching Visual Arts and has genuine concern for students’ academic growth and character development
  • has strong educational background and teaching experience in Visual Arts
  • has a demonstrated history of employing innovative pedagogies that are grounded in strong understanding of adolescent development and learning theory
  • possesses the ability to differentiate instruction and help students master the subject matter despite different skill levels or ages
  • confidently integrates technology to advance education in the classroom
  • prioritizes positive collegial interactions and collaborative relationships with other teachers
  • possesses excellent communication and organizational skills
  • is culturally competent and supports diverse learners

Qualifications:

  • Certification: 620 Visual Arts Endorsement required
  • A district run background check is also required.

Additional:
Pay commensurate with education and experience (teacher scale). This position includes a generous and comprehensive benefits package (including 100% district paid single heath, vision, and dental coverages).

Falmouth High School is located on a 100-acre district K-12 campus in Falmouth Maine, a coastal community bordering the city of Portland. Our campus features extensive fields, trails, gardens, and rich opportunities for collaboration between schools. Student achievement is exemplary and the community takes great pride in all academic, co-curricular, and athletic accomplishments. Equally important is our commitment to ensuring that all members of our community feel known, respected and appreciated as we work to fulfill our District Mission: Navigating Creative Pathways to Courageous, Compassionate, and Fulfilling Lives.

Falmouth Public Schools is committed to promoting diversity, multiculturalism and inclusion. We encourage qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
Job Type
Regular
Industry
Arts, Entertainment and Recreation | Education

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