<p>Position Type:</p> <p>High School Teaching/Art</p> <p>Date Posted:</p> <p>4/25/2025</p> <p>Location:</p> <p>Ridgewood High School</p> <p>Date Available:</p> <p>08/27/2025</p> <p>Closing Date:</p> <p>05/11/2025</p> <p>&nbsp&nbspAdditional Information: Show/Hide</p> <p>Position: High School Art Teacher</p> <p>Position Summary: Ridgewood Public Schools seeks an Art Teacher at Ridgewood High School for the 2025-2026 school year. This Art Teacher will inspire and nurture artistic development in students through expert instruction in accordance with system-wide goals and curriculum objectives. Our comprehensive art program emphasizes technical skill development, creative problem-solving, and personal expression across diverse media. The ideal candidate will create a studio environment that encourages experimentation, critical thinking, and artistic growth while teaching primarily Ceramics I & II, Jewelry I & II, and Fashion Design in the upcoming academic year.</p> <p>Qualifications:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Holds or is eligible for a New Jersey Instructional Certificate with the appropriate Art endorsement.</p> </li><li> <p>Demonstrated expertise in art pedagogy with proven experience in art-making practices across multiple media.</p> </li><li> <p>Experience teaching 3D art forms, particularly ceramics, jewelry design, and fashion/textile arts.</p> </li><li> <p>Strong technical proficiency with studio equipment including kilns, pottery wheels, jewelry fabrication tools, sewing machines, and digital fabrication technologies.</p> </li><li> <p>Ability to design and implement engaging curriculum that balances technical skill development with creative expression.</p> </li><li> <p>Committed to creating an inclusive classroom culture that supports individual growth, student motivation, and a love of art-making.</p> </li><li> <p>Skilled in authentic assessment practices and able to provide constructive feedback that improves student work.</p> </li><li> <p>Proficient in using educational technology including Google Classroom and digital art-making tools.</p> </li><li> <p>Knowledge of contemporary art practices and ability to connect student work to broader artistic contexts.</p> </li><li> <p>Excellent organizational skills with demonstrated ability to manage studio resources and materials.</p> </li><li> <p>Energetic, student-focused, and collaborative educator with a passion for art education.</p> </li></ul> <p>Responsibilities include:</p> <ul> <li> <p>Curriculum & Instruction</p> </li><li> <p>Develop and implement engaging lesson plans for Ceramics, Jewelry, and Fashion Design courses that align with district standards and contemporary art practices.</p> </li><li> <p>Differentiate instruction to meet diverse student needs and learning styles.</p> </li><li> <p>Incorporate art history, contemporary artists, and cultural contexts into studio-based instruction.</p> </li><li> <p>Guide students through the creative process from concept development to finished work.</p> </li><li> <p>Facilitate critique sessions that develop students' ability to analyze and discuss artwork.</p> </li><li> <p>Oversee student Process Portfolios content, customization and maintenance.</p> </li><li> <p>Technical Expertise & Studio Management</p> </li><li> <p>Safely operate and maintain specialized equipment including kilns, potter's wheels, slab rollers, gas torches, casting equipment, and jewelry-making tools.</p> </li><li> <p>Oversee glaze calculation, chemistry, and firing processes for ceramic works.</p> </li><li> <p>Teach proper techniques for repousse, stone setting, polishing, enameling, and etching.</p> </li><li> <p>Instruct students in fashion techniques using sewing machines, sergers, dress forms, and draping.</p> </li><li> <p>Integrate digital fabrication tools including 3D printing, laser cutting, and Adobe Illustrator.</p> </li><li> <p>Manage inventory, organize supplies, and maintain a safe, efficient studio environment.</p> </li><li> <p>Implement proper safety protocols and teach students responsible studio practices.</p> </li><li> <p>Program Development & Community Engagement</p> </li><li> <p>Coordinate student art exhibitions and displays throughout the school and community.</p> </li><li> <p>Collaborate with other arts faculty to create cross-disciplinary learning opportunities.</p> </li><li> <p>Support students in developing portfolios for college applications and scholarship submissions.</p> </li><li> <p>Participate in department meetings and curriculum development initiatives.</p> </li><li> <p>Engage with the broader art community through field trips, visiting artists, or community partnerships.</p> </li></ul> <p>Start Date: August 27,2025 plus 3 days NTO in August</p> <p>Working Conditions: 10 month, full-time, tenure track position, salary as per negotiated contract with benefits</p> <p>Selection Procedure: Interview and demonstration lesson</p> <p>Application Procedure: To apply for this position, please go to the JOB OPPORTUNITIES link to complete the application process. Please do not mail, email, or bring resumes to the district HR office or any of our schools. Unsolicited paper documents will be discarded. Hiring administrator will contact selected candidates for an interview.</p> <p>The Ridgewood Public School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome and encourage diverse applicants.</p>