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Artist - in - Residence

Benchmark School
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Role: Artist-in-Residence

Reports to: Assistant Head of School for Academics

Department: Art

Job Status: Part-time

Position Dates: January-March, 2027

 

Job Description

Benchmark School is seeking a local artist to join the Art Department to work with middle school students for approximately 3 months. Our goal is to expose our middle school students to a working artist who will share their skill and expertise to create art with the students.

 

Responsibilities

  • Plan middle school appropriate lessons that will scaffold the artistic process for students to have individual or collaborative work that is complete at the end of the residency.
  • Collaborate with the current Art Teacher to support students' needs and abilities.
  • Teach students about your making process, artistic habits, and skills.
  • Create your own artwork or installation that can be displayed at the school.

 

Qualifications

  • Degree in fine arts.
  • Experience in teaching your current art making process.
  • Understanding of how to teach neurodivergent middle school students.

 

Accommodations

  • Studio space available.
  • Stipend available.
  • We will cover the cost of supplies for an agreed upon amount to be determined by the school and the artist before the project begins.

 

Application & Writing Response

Please apply via the link below, and provide the following:

 

  • A current resume
  • Three professional references including names, telephone numbers, and email addresses
  • In addition to a standard cover letter, please respond to the following questions in no more than 500 words. Applications that do not include these responses will not be considered.
    • Give an example when you've worked across differences. What was the nature of the experience and what did you learn about yourself as an educator and person?
    • Which cutting-edge approaches, research, or tools in education interest you right now and why?

 



For more information, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.

https://benchmarkschool.isolvedhire.com/jobs/1730824-645242.html