Secondary Visual Arts Teacher

San Silvestre School is currently seeking an inspiring and dedicated Teacher of Visual Arts who can establish a learning culture that engages and supports the progress of all students in Visual Arts, specifically at the International Baccalaureate (IB) Level. This is a full-time, permanent teaching position beginning in February 2027. The successful candidate will report to the Senior Leadership Team (SLT) and the Head of Visual Arts, working collaboratively within the Visual Arts Department and alongside Form Teachers.Qualifications & RequirementsEssential RequirementsEducation: Bachelor’s degree (or equivalent) in Visual Arts or a closely related discipline.Certification: Recognized teaching qualification.Experience: Proven track record of teaching Visual Arts across age groups, including experience teaching the IB Programme.Pedagogy: Demonstrated excellence in teaching, preferably within an international school environment.Communication: Excellent interpersonal, communication, and teamwork skills.Technology: Strong IT skills, including proficiency in Google Tools for Education (specifically Google Classroom).Language: Full fluency in spoken and written English.Desirable CriteriaKnowledge or experience with the English National Curriculum.Experience utilizing diagnostic assessments (e.g., GL Assessment).Experience supervising IB Extended Essays in Visual Arts.Experience acting as an examiner for IGCSE and/or IB Programmes.Prior experience in international education settings.RelationshipsDevelop positive and appropriate relationships with all students.Establish and maintain high standards of classroom management required to achieve effective participation and learning.Work as an integral, collaborative, and proactive member of a teaching team – planning and sharing honestly and respectfully with all team members.Communicate with parents in accordance with the school’s policy and ethos.Prepare for and conduct formal parent-teacher conferences when required.Engage in professional dialogue and welcome constructive feedback from the line manager.Keep the Head of Visual Arts and/or the Senior Leadership Team informed about class work, student progress, concerns, and parent communications.Read and contribute to staff and student notice boards and bulletins.Curriculum, Teaching & LearningMaintain a thorough understanding of the school’s curriculum policies and procedures (including assessment, teaching & learning, and reporting policies).Meet regularly with the Head of Visual Arts and department colleagues to plan and review the curriculum.Plan, document, and facilitate learning through the design of activities with appropriate levels of challenge.Identify students needing additional support and implement adaptive teaching, differentiation, personalization, and individualization as necessary.Provide varied whole-class, group, and individual instruction to engage, motivate, and scaffold learning.Collaborate with colleagues to develop and periodically review curriculum documentation, scope, and sequence documents aligned with school standards and benchmarks.Plan and set homework that supports, extends, reinforces, and excites learning in line with school policy and schedules.Plan excursions and internal activities with the Head of Visual Arts to enhance and extend learning.Mark, assess, evaluate, and respond to students’ work extensively and formatively.Record and report on the development, progress, and attainment of pupils.Provide students with frequent self-assessment and peer-assessment opportunities.Utilize effective questioning techniques to evaluate students’ skills, knowledge, and understanding.Facilitate online and hybrid learning when necessary, maximizing school technology to ensure an equitable experience for all students.Specific ResponsibilitiesTeach Visual Arts up to International Baccalaureate (IB) / Internal Program post-16 level.Teach Middle School Visual Arts.Student Care & SafeguardingMonitor students’ social and emotional well-being in the classroom and report concerns promptly to the Form Teacher, SLT, and/or Designated Safeguarding Leads.Promote and safeguard the welfare of pupils in strict alignment with child protection, health, and safety policies.Ensure compliance with all school policies regarding health and safety, earthquake evacuation, and student welfare.Follow established Child Protection procedures in a timely and confidential manner.Professional DevelopmentActively participate in Continued Professional Development (CPD).Maintain awareness of new theories, pedagogy, and methodology in Visual Arts education.Regularly monitor, reflect on, and evaluate the effectiveness of the curriculum and your own teaching practice.Administration & TechnologyAttend staff meetings, training, and development sessions as directed by Heads of Department or the SLT.Complete all administrative tasks in a timely, effective, and efficient manner.Refer serious concerns or complaints to your line manager or the appropriate SLT member.Maintain a strong understanding of educational technology to enhance teaching and learning.Demonstrate proficiency in Google Workspace for Education (Gmail, Classroom, Sheets, Slides, etc.).Additional ResponsibilitiesProvide student progress reports in accordance with the school calendar.Fully participate in the school’s target-setting and appraisal system.Supervise students before school, during breaks, or after school as assigned in the duty roster.Lead one engaging after-school activity each week.Contribute to school events and celebrations, representing the school positively within the community.Demonstrate flexibility by working outside standard hours when required for preparation, assessment, or school events.Serve as an excellent role model by being punctual, well-prepared, and organized.Be prepared to assume the role of Form Tutor if requested by the SLT.Carry out any other duties reasonably required by the SLT.Safeguarding & Pre-Employment ChecksSan Silvestre School is fully committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff to share this commitment. All successful candidates will be subject to enhanced pre-employment checks, including identity verification, criminal background checks, qualification checks, and an exploration of any employment gaps. Three professional references will be required, including at least one from your current employer.