Art Teacher

Title:

Special Education Art Teacher +

Signing Bonus Position Type:

Full-time Location:

Fairfax, VA What we do and offer our team:

PHILLIPS PROGRAMS

Schools are private special education day schools for children with emotional and behavioral needs. Our programs provide a place of relationship and belonging where students can be accepted; treated with compassion and respect. We offer our employees competitive salaries, a comprehensive benefits package, a place where you can learn and grow as a professional, and a warm and friendly environment that lives our values. In addition, our staff are eligible for the Federal Student Loan Forgiveness Program!

What the Art Teacher does:

The Art Teacher provides art instruction and supports students' academic, behavioral, and vocational development across grade levels.

Responsibilities include:

Provides art instruction to all classes, including middle, lower, and high school students Teaches content‑area courses for high school credit Provides weekly art instruction to middle and lower school classes Teaches afternoon work‑skills modules for high school students Selects appropriate instructional materials and strategies aligned with curriculum goals Evaluates students' academic and behavioral functioning and adjusts instruction as needed Implements individual and group behavior management programs Actively supervises students to ensure safety, including hallway transitions, bus, and playground duty Assists in crises as needed Chairs the Art Committee and coordinates fine arts activities Serves as liaison for community art opportunities Assists with coordination of volunteers in art and special activity areas Maintains art and work‑skills equipment, inventory, and supplies Maintains program budget and reports expenditures to supervisor What the Art Teacher brings to the team: Valid Virginia teaching license in Art Education, or Valid Virginia Special Education license with demonstrated fine arts experience Experience working with students with emotional and behavioral needs preferred