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Middle and Upper School Clay Instructor
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Posted:
November 9, 2020
Location:
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Type:
Part Time - Faculty

The Ellis School, the only pre-kindergarten to grade 12 independent all-girls day school in Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking a part-time Middle and Upper School Clay instructor beginning in August 2021. Responsibilities will include teaching a wide range of beginning to advanced levels of clayworks. Other duties, including—but not limited to—proctoring study halls, chaperoning,  committee work, and participating in the Fine Arts Festival are integral to the role of Middle and Upper School faculty members.  

 

Qualifications

Undergraduate studies with a focus in clay/sculpture or a related studio arts/arts education field are required.  The ideal candidate will have experience in teaching and working with clay as a sculptural art form, hand-building,  throwing on the wheel,  and various alternative firing methods.  Studio experience in working with other media including, but not limited to, technology and fine and/or applied arts is also desirable.   An ability to apply a variety of pedagogical approaches and to be flexible is a must.  Preference will be given to candidates with a proven ability to work collaboratively, a commitment to using innovative pedagogical practices and technology to enhance instruction, enthusiasm about all-girls education, enthusiasm for working with and teaching adolescents, and excellent communication skills. 

 

The Ellis School community pursues, supports, and embraces diversity of all kinds, recognizing the collective strength derived from our individual differences. We are committed to creating a school environment in which all students feel welcome, known, heard, safe, and treated fairly, while establishing ourselves as a leader in equity and justice initiatives. 

  • We recognize and celebrate the unique value and dignity of every student.
  • We commit to doing the work of diversity, equity, and inclusion both internally and externally.
  • We foster authentic and reciprocal relationships with families.
  • We strive to teach a culturally sustaining curriculum and engage in culturally sustaining instructional practices. 

Candidates should submit a letter of application, resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references to Wendy Wu at opportunities@theellisschool.org.  Preference will be given to applications received before January 15, 2021.

 

Questions about this teaching position may be directed to Linda Tonetti Dugan, Visual Arts Department Chair, at tonettiduganl@theellisschool.org. 

 

The Ellis School acknowledges its obligation to prohibit discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, citizenship status, handicap or disability in access, employment, tuition assistance, educational policies, or other school-administered student and employee programs and activities, as well as its obligation to prohibit discrimination, harassment, or retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, age, national origin, citizenship status, handicap or disability in student admissions.  Questions regarding the School’s compliance with the application and administration of the School’s nondiscrimination policies should be directed to Deborah Kuchta, Director of Finance and Operations, 6425 Fifth Avenue, Pittsburgh, PA 15206, (412) 661-5992 ext. 117, kuchtad@TheEllisSchool.org or to the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR) or to the SBA.  Please refer to the School’s SBA Non-Discrimination Compliance Policy on the School’s website for information on how to file complaints with OCR or the SBA.

About The Ellis School
The Ellis School is Pittsburgh’s leading age 3 to grade 12 private school dedicated to the education of girls. The Ellis School provides an unmatched, girl-centered, interdisciplinary education in the heart of Pittsburgh's East End. An academically rigorous, urban, college-preparatory school, Ellis serves a diverse student population from a broad range of socio-economic circumstances. At The Ellis School girls take risks, work collaboratively, ask questions, and pursue their dreams. For more information, visit www.TheEllisSchool.org.
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