Art Engagement Teacher at the Andy Taylor Center

About Longwood University:

A comprehensive university with a strong liberal arts foundation, Longwood has a distinctive mission to develop citizen leaders who are prepared to make positive contributions to the common good of society. Founded in 1839, Longwood is the third-oldest public university in Virginia.

Longwood is part of the proud tradition of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Roughly one hour's drive from Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Richmond, Longwood is located in the historic two-college community of Farmville. Longwood currently has approximately 4,600 undergraduate and graduate students and more than 39,000 alumni. It maintains affiliations with the neighboring Robert Russa Moton Museum of civil rights history and the Longwood Center for Visual Arts, a nationally accredited university art museum. A member of the Big South Conference, Longwood competes at the NCAA Division I level.

Job Description:

The Andy Taylor Center is part of the College of Education, Health, and Human Services at Longwood University. The Art Engagement Teacher (GA012) will provide enriching art experiences and engaging child-led learning opportunities. The Art Engagement Teacher is responsible for effectively managing a classroom of students and keeping them engaged in learning activities, while maintaining a safe and positive classroom environment. The Art Engagement Teacher is also responsible for maintaining the atelier and outdoor classroom. The Art Engagement Teacher may need to fill in as a substitute teacher in another classroom periodically at the direction of the Director.

Requirements:

The Andy Taylor Center seeks candidates with:

• Experience and/or training in progressive approaches to early childhood education.
• An undergraduate and/or graduate degree in early childhood education, early childhood special education, art education, or related fields as well as teaching experience with children birth- five, and relevant licensure.
• Relevant VDOE teacher licensure.
• Ability to foster a rich and engaging art focused learning environment for children, and support teachers in implementing art in the classroom.
• Ability to lead and instruct students of all ages.
• Ability to maintain the atelier, a dedicated space for art creativity and exploration, as well as the outdoor classroom as an extension of the atelier.
• Commitment to the mission, values and vision of Longwood University and the College of Education, Health and Human Services.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• A demonstrated ability and commitment to working with a diverse group of students, faculty, staff and constituents in support of the university mission is preferred.

Additional Information:

This position is a full-time, administrative & professional faculty, 11-month, exempt position. Hiring range is $40,000 - $45,000. A successful fingerprint-based criminal background investigation is required. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply.

Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position:

• State health and dental benefits & flexible spending accounts
• Paid leave (which may include sick leave, personal leave, annual leave, etc.), and 13 holidays
• Retirement savings plans (some with limited employer match available (VRS))
• Life & Long-Term care insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee discounts for various services, including Verizon.
• Educational benefits for most employees
• Fitness Center membership less expensive than most

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Longwood University will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodations to applicants in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. You are not required to note the presence of a disability on your application. If, however, you require accommodations in the application and/or interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 434-395-2074 or humres@longwood.edu.

Per CFR: Title 34, the Title IX Coordinator's contact information can be located through this link http://www.longwood.edu/titleix/.

A diversified workforce is an important part of our strategic plan. EOE/AA

Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Position posted 1/28/2025. To apply for this position, qualified applicants must complete the online information section and questions, and attach (under Resume):

• Letter of interest summarizing qualifications for this position
• Resume
• Contact information for three professional references who are familiar with the applicant's teaching.