What are the responsibilities and job description for the Director of Arts position at Seacrest Country Day School?
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Posted: 16-Jan-25
Location: Naples, Florida
Type: Full Time
Categories
Visual/Performing Arts
Preferred Education
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: 3
About Us
Founded in 1983, Seacrest is a vibrant and dynamic independent, college preparatory school located in Naples, Florida that is dedicated to fostering creativity, critical thinking, and a love for lifelong learning. Serving students from Pre-K through 12th grade, our mission is to inspire and empower our students to achieve academic excellence, develop their passions, and become innovative leaders in a global society.
Position Overview
Seacrest is seeking an experienced and visionary Art Director to oversee, promote, and develop our comprehensive arts program. The Art Director will be responsible for leading and enhancing the arts curriculum, supporting faculty, and ensuring that the arts remain a central and celebrated part of the Seacrest experience. This role is pivotal in aligning the arts program with the school's mission and arts philosophy, fostering a culture of creativity and artistic excellence across all grade levels.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership & Vision: Develop and implement a strategic vision for the arts program that aligns with the school’s mission and values. Oversee the arts curriculum, ensuring it is innovative, inclusive, and meets the developmental needs of students from Pre-K through 12th grade. Promote a culture of artistic excellence and creativity within the school community. Program Development & Management: Lead and support arts faculty in delivering a dynamic and inspiring arts education. Develop and manage budgets, resources, and facilities to support the arts program. Foster partnerships with local arts organizations and bring visiting artists to enhance the program. Student Engagement & Achievement:
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, portfolio (or links to relevant work), and a statement of educational philosophy to kvarnes@seacrest.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and early submission is encouraged.
Compensation And Benefits
Full-time employees are eligible for our competitive bene?ts package, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability, AD&D, life insurance, AFLAC, and Seacrest’s 403(b) retirement program.
Join us in shaping the future of the arts at Seacrest Country Day School and inspiring the next generation of creative thinkers and leaders!
About Seacrest Country Day School
Seacrest Country Day School fuels intellectual engagement, teaches ownership of the educational experience, cultivates quality of character, and inspires students to lead lives of significance. We are located in Naples, Florida. For more information on the school, visit our website at www.seacrest.org. https://www.seacrest.org/about/careers
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Posted: 16-Jan-25
Location: Naples, Florida
Type: Full Time
Categories
Visual/Performing Arts
Preferred Education
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: 3
About Us
Founded in 1983, Seacrest is a vibrant and dynamic independent, college preparatory school located in Naples, Florida that is dedicated to fostering creativity, critical thinking, and a love for lifelong learning. Serving students from Pre-K through 12th grade, our mission is to inspire and empower our students to achieve academic excellence, develop their passions, and become innovative leaders in a global society.
Position Overview
Seacrest is seeking an experienced and visionary Art Director to oversee, promote, and develop our comprehensive arts program. The Art Director will be responsible for leading and enhancing the arts curriculum, supporting faculty, and ensuring that the arts remain a central and celebrated part of the Seacrest experience. This role is pivotal in aligning the arts program with the school's mission and arts philosophy, fostering a culture of creativity and artistic excellence across all grade levels.
Key Responsibilities
- Encourage student participation in the arts through classes, exhibitions, performances, and extracurricular activities.
- Support students in developing their artistic skills and pursuing their creative passions.
- Showcase student work through internal and external exhibitions, performances, and competitions.
- Community & Outreach:
- Advocate for the arts within the school and the broader community.
- Engage families and the community in the arts program through events, workshops, and performances.
- Serve as a representative of the arts program in school leadership meetings and committees.
- Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Art Education, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in arts education, with a leadership role preferred.
- Proven experience in developing and managing arts programs.
- Strong knowledge of art education best practices and current trends.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Passion for fostering creativity and artistic expression in students.
Interested candidates should submit a cover letter, resume, portfolio (or links to relevant work), and a statement of educational philosophy to kvarnes@seacrest.org. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis, and early submission is encouraged.
Compensation And Benefits
Full-time employees are eligible for our competitive bene?ts package, which includes medical, dental, vision, disability, AD&D, life insurance, AFLAC, and Seacrest’s 403(b) retirement program.
- Fingerprinting and background checks are a required part of the Seacrest employment eligibility process.
Join us in shaping the future of the arts at Seacrest Country Day School and inspiring the next generation of creative thinkers and leaders!
- Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Art Education, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in arts education, with a leadership role preferred.
- Proven experience in developing and managing arts programs.
- Strong knowledge of art education best practices and current trends.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
- Passion for fostering creativity and artistic expression in students.
About Seacrest Country Day School
Seacrest Country Day School fuels intellectual engagement, teaches ownership of the educational experience, cultivates quality of character, and inspires students to lead lives of significance. We are located in Naples, Florida. For more information on the school, visit our website at www.seacrest.org. https://www.seacrest.org/about/careers
Connections working at Seacrest Country Day School
More Jobs from This Employer
https://careers.nais.org/jobs/20985641/director-of-arts
