Work at McGillis

The McGillis School is seeking highly motivated and enthusiastic substitute educators to work with students in grades K to 8 on a per diem basis. Certification and 3-5 years teaching experience preferred. The most desirable candidates will also be able to demonstrate proficiency using digital and online platforms for remote instruction as well as proven effectiveness as a classroom teacher in a brick-and-mortar setting.

 

Job Responsibilities will include:

• Willing to be contacted for coverage the morning of placement
• Must be able to work the full school day of 8:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Support the teacher by implementing the daily curriculum for assigned grade level
• Create and maintain a positive, structured learning environment
• Collaborate with other teachers to ensure a safe environment for all students

 

Interested candidates should submit a letter of interest and resume to Laura VanTyne at careers@mcgillisschool.org.

K-8 Visual Arts Teacher

 

The McGillis School, an established, independent K-8 school in Salt Lake City, Utah has an opening for a full time K-8 Visual Arts Teacher beginning in August 2021.

 

Responsibilities:

• Plan and implement a visual arts curriculum for students of all abilities while providing activities that promote personal expression and growth as well as an appreciation for global art history.
• Collaborate with grade level teams and other specialists to develop an interdisciplinary, multicultural, and experiential curriculum.
• Provide differentiated instruction and work with students to build a positive sense of self, practice a growth mindset, and develop their artistic skills.
• Teach two Lower School grades and one Middle School grade each trimester; will teach all grades over the course of the academic year.
• Create and manage a positive and structured classroom environment.
• Communicate proactively and routinely with families; conference with families twice yearly; complete progress reports each trimester.
• Attend weekly faculty meetings.
• Participate in the life of the school by attending school events and performing other duties as assigned.
• Engage in professional development opportunities, as well as in the professional growth model specific to The McGillis School.

 

The ideal candidate will:

• Have a degree in art and/or education.
• Have a minimum of three years experience teaching or working with children.
• Have experience with effective artistic techniques and practices including drawing, painting, mixed media collage, sculpture, and ceramics.
• Demonstrate art history knowledge and be able to link projects to artists and art movements.
• Be culturally competent and able to build an inclusive and equitable community.
• Demonstrate a professional demeanor with students and colleagues.
• Be comfortable instructing and engaging students both in-person and online.

 

In tandem with excellent teaching, the successful candidate will be expected to fully embrace and effectively convey the qualities described in McGillis’s Purpose-Mission-Values statement and Diversity statement.

 

The McGillis School is built on the premise that diversity, equity, and inclusion matter. We believe a diverse, inclusive community is essential to a rich educational experience, and we support each person in our community to reach their full potential. This support especially extends to our teaching faculty. We offer competitive pay and benefits and have a strong commitment for supporting the professional development of our employees. We encourage applicants who feel McGillis’s values resonate strongly with them to apply.

 

If you are interested in being considered for this position, please submit a resume, cover letter, and three professional references to lvantyne@mcgillisschool.org

 

Laura VanTyne

The McGillis School

668 South 1300 East

Salt Lake City, UT 84102