Us Photography Teacher - Rosemont, United States - The Agnes Irwin School

The Agnes Irwin School

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Rosemont, United States

3 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

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Description

The Agnes Irwin School, an all-girls' Pre-K through 12th grade independent school in the Philadelphia suburbs, is committed to fostering the intellectual and personal growth of girls and young women.

Providing its students with a rigorous academic education, AIS is dedicated to developing each student's highest potential in intellect, character, and physical well-being.

Embraces the Agnes Irwin School's mission to empower each girl to learn, lead, and live a legacy, and is committed to the ethos of girls' education
Will immerse themselves in the life of the school and share their talents
Commits to continued development of cultural competency and necessary skills to engage with and learn from people with diverse backgrounds and experiences
Demonstrates a dedication to continuous growth and development in areas of diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging and commits to our DEIB Philosophy at Agnes Irwin
Is willing to engage across difference with empathy and understanding
Regards collaboration as an essential component of professional growth and values working on a team.

Responsibilities include:

Teaching and supervising a comprehensive curriculum from traditional darkroom techniques through advanced digital and experimental technology.
Courses in both 35mm and DSLR camera technique and use.
Instruction of Adobe Suite programs such as Photoshop, Illustrator, Lightroom, Premiere Pro
Staying up to date with new and developing techniques and trends in photography
Organize students in creating cohesive portfolios, research projects, exhibitions
Promote student participation in interschool, community exhibitions and competitions
Participate in professional development and faculty evaluation process
Other duties include writing student reports; effective communication and collaboration with students, colleagues, and families; and attendance at meetings.
Work constructively with parents and colleagues.
Inform parents and Division Director of students' progress through written reports, conferences and maintaining online learning platform for your classes.
Attend conferences, workshops, and other professional development opportunities, and participate in the faculty evaluation process
Assume other duties as assigned
B.F.A or a B.A. in a closely related field is required; M.F.A. or M.A. is preferred
Previous experience teaching photography is highly desirable
Previous experience working in a school setting with high school age students is preferred
Thorough technical knowledge of DSLR and 35mm cameras, darkroom technique, printing, and Adobe Suite software programs required
Professional photography experience is desirable
Ability to communicate effectively and appropriately with all members of the School community
Willingness and ability to work evenings for meetings, conferences as required

Physical Demands of This Job:

Adequate physical mobility, dexterity, strength, and endurance to actively supervise and lead students and be responsible for their physical safety during all schoolrelated activities, including evacuations and other emergency response procedures
The Agnes Irwin School does not discriminate in any term or condition of employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, ancestry, citizenship, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information or any other characteristic or status protected by federal, state, or local law._