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Part-Time High School Visual Arts Teacher

The Dalton School
The Dalton School
New York·USA
Posted on April 29, 2026
Estimated Salary
USD 32,000 - 100,000 per year
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Description

The Dalton School, a progressive K-12 gender-inclusive school in Manhattan's Upper East Side, is consistently recognized as one of the preeminent independent day schools in the nation.

Known for its child-centered approach and an exceptional, inspiring faculty, Dalton enrolls over 1,300 students with approximately 350 faculty and staff.

Guided by the Dalton Plan, the foundation of a Dalton education, our faculty meets each student's evolving needs, interests, and abilities.

We are seeking a part-time teacher to join a dynamic group of teaching artists in the High School starting in September 2026.

This position is for 1 year only.

The most promising candidates will bring their own creative expertise to studio classrooms where they will engage students in exploring materials, developing technical skills, and building a sense of artistic competence and joy.

We are particularly interested in teaching artists who have backgrounds in new media, graphic design, and textile art, but we are open to a variety of artistic passions.

We welcome candidates who can support and challenge students to take artistic risks as they create, reflect, and develop their own practice.

The Dalton Art Department values:

  • historical context and perspective
  • an open-ended creative process
  • purposeful play
  • conceptual rigor that elicits engagement and reflection

Responsibilities:

  • Teach 2-3 high school visual arts classes, meeting in class and
  • Develop and implement engaging lesson plans that meet the needs of diverse learners
  • Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback
  • Collaborate with colleagues to plan and implement curriculum
  • Participate in department meetings and contribute to the development of the art program

Requirements

  • Master's degree in Art Education or a related field
  • Teaching certification or ability to obtain certification in New York State
  • 3+ years of teaching experience in a high school setting
  • Strong knowledge of visual arts curriculum and pedagogy
  • Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and students
Interested in this position? Submit your application to The Dalton School before the deadline.
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DEADLINE: June 27, 2026

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