Atelierista teacher

Atelierista teacherStarting ASAPSalary between $80,000 and $85,000Seeking an experienced and deeply creative Reggio Emilia Atelierista to work across our K-8 community. Inspired by the Reggio Emilia philosophy and the concept of the Hundred Languages of Children, the Atelierista will help students explore ideas through drawing, painting, sculpture, clay, construction, photography, textiles, natural materials, digital media, light, sound, and other forms of expression.This is not a traditional art teacher position.The Atelierista is a researcher, collaborator, provocateur, designer, documentarian, and creative partner who works alongside students and educators to deepen inquiry. The role connects artistic processes with science, mathematics, humanities, ecology, entrepreneurship, architecture, storytelling, and the broader life of the school.The ideal candidate understands that the purpose of the atelier is not simply to produce beautiful objects - it is to make thinking visible.Key Responsibilities• Lead and cultivate the K-8 atelier as a dynamic laboratory for inquiry, experimentation, research, and creation.• Work directly with students across K-8, adapting materials, provocations, techniques, and experiences to differentdevelopmental stages.• Collaborate closely with classroom educators and specialists to integrate atelier practices into interdisciplinary and project-based learning, including integration with ecology.The Ideal Candidate• Has 3-5+ years of experience working with children in an atelier, studio, progressive school, Reggio-inspired environment, or similarly inquiry-driven educational setting.• Has meaningful knowledge of the Reggio Emilia approach, including the Hundred Languages of Children, pedagogical documentation, emergent curriculum, environment as the third teacher, and the image of the child as capable and competent.• Has a background in fine arts, design, architecture, art education, studio practice, or a related creative discipline.Qualifications• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Fine Arts, Art Education, Design, Architecture, Education, or a related field.• 3-5+ years of relevant teaching, atelier, studio, or educational experience.• Previous experience in a Reggio Emilia or Reggio-inspired school strongly preferred.