Job Description

Job Description

Carney, Sandoe & Associates, an education recruitment firm, is currently seeking a Digital Art Teacher fo r for the 2025-2026 school year at an independent school in the Fairfax, VA area.

About CS&A:

Our free job placement service connects educators with independent and private schools that align with their specific needs and qualifications. By getting to know each candidate personally, we match them with the right opportunities—saving time and ensuring the best match. Our mission is to help educators find roles where they can truly thrive. We have positions nationwide and internationally.

Teaching assignments ranging from, but are not limited to:

• Studio Art (Drawing, Painting, Printmaking)
• Digital Arts

Essential Duties:

• Teach four sections of Digital and Studio Arts courses for grades 9-12.
• Design and implement curriculum and lesson plans that build the knowledge and skills necessary to effectively teach students at the assigned grade level.
• Create lessons that build an excitement for art.
• Use a variety of different materials and art styles to diversify student experiences in art making
• Evaluate each student’s progress in their knowledge and skills.
• Communicate with parents to discuss the individual student’s progress..
• Develop and enrich professional skills and knowledge by attending seminars, conferences, and professional development sessions.
• Serve as an advisor for students ensuring student success.
• Willingness to be involved in school-wide initiatives and extracurricular activities.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Art, Graphic Design, or related required. Master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of 2-4 years of teaching experien c e at the upper school level.
• Experience in design or visual arts, especially in Graphic Design, Digital Photography, Digital Art, or Drawing.
• Passion for visual art, art history, and art education.
• Knowledge of varied teaching strategies to differentiate learning.
• Eager to work collaboratively with other teachers.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• U.S. Work Authorization required.

Potential Benefits: Compensation and benefit packages are competitive but will differ by school and will typically depend on geographic location, your experience, and your level of degree.

💵 Competitive pay

🧠 Professional Development Opportunities

✏️ Classroom Resources

🏥 Medical, dental and vision insurance

😃 401(k) plan – Employer match

⛱️ Paid holidays, vacation and personal time

🏠 Housing (boarding schools only)

Carney Sandoe does not discriminate on the basis of physical handicap, sex, race, creed, color, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national or ethnic origin in administration of its services, consulting, events, professional development, or other programs.

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