Art Teacher

Art Teacher

Welham Girls School, one of Indias most respected all-girls residential institutions, offers staff a unique opportunity to grow professionally while contributing to a dynamic and collaborative environment. Members of the Welham community work closely across several domains, including academic, administrative, co-curricular, sporting and community service initiatives, fostering both professional excellence and personal fulfilment.

Our Visual Arts programme has grown from strength to strength, with our students showcasing their creativity and talent through outstanding exhibitions and art displays. As we continue to grow, we are looking for a passionate and versatile educator to join our Art Department and contribute to our thriving arts programme.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging ICSE/ISC Visual Arts lessons that inspire student creativity, curiosity, and artistic excellence.
• Guide students in developing conceptual understanding, practical techniques, and a personal artistic voice.
• Encourage students to explore design thinking, material exploration and the development of original products and artworks.
• Monitor and assess students progress and provide constructive feedback to support their growth.
• Prepare students for various inter-school and other art competitions and exhibitions.
• Organise art and design exhibitions, workshops, and school-wide creative initiatives.
• Curate high-quality displays that celebrate student achievement across the school.
• Support school productions through set design, props, stage work, and other creative contributions, where appropriate.
• Stay updated on contemporary art trends and practices to keep lessons fresh, relevant, and engaging.
• Maintain an inspiring, safe, and productive art studio environment.
• Undertake essential administrative responsibilities, including lesson planning, maintaining student and departmental records, inventory management, budgeting and processing bills/invoices for art materials and supplies.
• Demonstrate professionalism through reliability, punctuality, and a commitment to creating a positive, inclusive and respectful learning environment.

Qualifications / Experience

• Bachelor of Fine Arts / Visual Arts (4-year degree) and Master of Fine Arts / Visual Arts (2-year degree) from a recognised university.
• A B.Ed. qualification will be an added advantage.
• Strong foundation in traditional and contemporary art and design techniques.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English to engage effectively with all stakeholders.
• A minimum of 3 years of teaching experience in a recognised school or institution is preferred. Boarding school experience will be an added advantage.
• Knowledge of or experience in sculpture/ceramics/ graphic design/ product design will be an added advantage.

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