Poly Prep seeks applicants for the position of Upper School Photography Teacher. We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed teacher with knowledge of and practice in darkroom and digital photography, varied assessment methods and tools, and student-centered pedagogy. Qualified applicants will bring experience teaching at the upper school level, differentiating instruction for a wide range of learners in our diverse school community and managing state-of-the-art technology in our new digital media lab. The ideal candidate will exhibit a passion for teaching darkroom and digital photography and their historical and contemporary touchpoints; talent for working with diverse students, families, and colleagues; dedication to ongoing professional growth; and high levels of professionalism. 

Poly Prep is dedicated to providing all of our students an inclusive and equitable education so that they become empowered by extensive cultural competencies, life-long love of learning, and the commitment to improving their communities. We seek an individual who is committed to promoting these values and whose personal integrity and collegiality will enrich a high-achieving department.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES AND ACCOUNTABILITIES

Teaching: 

• Teach four sections of Upper School Photography
• Help maintain technology and equipment in a state-of-the art digital media lab with support of Poly’s Technology Department
• Develop and amend curricula that engage students with the visual world, evolving technology, questions of narrative and identity, and more
• Maintain an accurate and up-to-date online gradebook, effectively and supportively communicate with students and families in a timely manner, and provide written and oral feedback on student progress
• Work with students on an individual basis, as need be

Additional Responsibilities: 

• Advise a club and affinity group
• Demonstrate energetic commitment to professional development
• Attend and actively contribute to meetings during and after the school day, including but not limited to department, committee, division, and grade-level meetings
• Participate in school events throughout the school year
• Other duties as assigned by the Head of School

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:  Masters Degree in Fine Arts, Art Education or relevant area

Experience:  Three years teaching experience in digital and darkroom photography

Specific Skills:  Ability to use, help maintain, and steward technology related to digital and darkroom photography 

Salary Range: $69,045 - $100,723

Poly Prep strives to be an equitable, just, and diverse community, one proud of and deeply committed to empowering students to discover who they are and what they want to be. In keeping with the country day school philosophy, we seek community members who will share a passion for learning in and out of the classroom.

We offer a supportive environment, with a full benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life insurance, a generous match on our 403(b) retirement plan, long-term disability, flexible spending account, pre-tax commute benefit, and free lunch).   

Poly Prep is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.  We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.