Company Overview: The Yellow Breeches Educational Center is dedicated to providing a nurturing and innovative learning environment for elementary and secondary students with special education needs. Our focus is on fostering academic, social, and personal growth through engaging lessons both inside and outside the classroom, supported by a low student-to-staff ratio that ensures personalized attention and tailored educational experiences. Job Overview: Yellow Breeches is a licensed K-12 special education academic school. We provide experiential and adventure education in a small classroom setting. Our class sizes of 6 students allows teachers the ability to meet each students' individual needs through hands-on instruction.We are seeking a passionate and energetic Art teacher to join our dedicated team. In this role, you will inspire students through creative art instruction, develop engaging curricula, and manage dynamic classroom environments. Your enthusiasm for arts education will help cultivate each student's unique talents while supporting their overall development in a supportive setting. Duties: Design and implement comprehensive art curricula that align with students' individual needs and development levels Foster a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages creativity, self-expression, and confidence Manage classroom behavior effectively to ensure a safe and respectful learning environment Incorporate diverse artistic mediums such as painting, drawing, sculpture, and photography Adapt teaching strategies for students with special education requirements and early childhood education needs Work collaboratively with all teachers to develop cross-curricular activities and lessons Support students' social-emotional growth through mentorship and encouragement during artistic activities Plan and lead weekly experiential activities (local field trips, museums, opportunities to explore careers, college tours, and transition related activities) Assist Adventure teachers in planning weekly adventure trips (mountain biking, rock climbing, canoeing, kayaking, and other experiential/adventure based activities) Assist in planning and attend a week long adventure and experiential camping trip twice a year Job Type: Full-Time Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance Ability to Commute: 199 E. Walnut St, Fredericksburg Pa 17016 and 2110 Windsor Rd, Windsor Pa 17366 Work Location: In person Pay: $45,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year Benefits: 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Vision insurance Education: Bachelor's (Preferred) Ability to Commute: Fredericksburg, PA 17026 (Preferred) Work Location: In person
Salary: $45,000 - $65,000 a year
Employment Type: Full-time
Qualifications
Bachelor's (Preferred), Work authorization (Preferred)
Benefits
Professional development assistance, Health insurance, 401(k) matching, Paid time off, Vision insurance, Health savings account, Dental insurance, Life insurance