SCHOOL PROFILE

The SEED School of Maryland is a statewide, public, college-preparatory boarding school that opened in August 2008. The School has enrolled 400 students in grades 6-12. The SEED School is an extraordinary educational opportunity for students across the state to receive a tuition-free, college-preparatory, boarding education.

The SEED School of Maryland combines a rigorous and engaging academic curriculum with life skills and enrichment activities to provide students with a balanced learning and living experience. Students and their families commit to a seven-year educational program that offers small class sizes, high quality teaching and learning experiences, mentoring, community service, and extracurricular activities such as sports and arts. The SEED School is centered around its core values: compassion, self-discipline, integrity, respect for oneself and others, responsibility, honesty, and self-determination. The SEED School staff are partner with parents, families, and communities to guide and support student success. The School follows a typical academic school year calendar.

The Art Teacher is responsible for delivering high-quality visual arts instruction that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and artistic expression in students. The teacher develops and implements a standards-based curriculum that accommodates diverse learning styles and abilities while integrating art history, cultural appreciation, and interdisciplinary connections. The Art Teacher plays a key role in promoting a positive, inclusive learning environment where students explore materials, techniques, and their unique voices through the visual arts.

• Design and implement engaging lesson plans aligned with state and national art standards.
  
• Teach various artistic techniques, including drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, and digital media (if applicable).
  
• Foster students’ creative development, visual literacy, and appreciation for the arts.
  
• Differentiate instruction to meet the needs of diverse learners, including students with IEPs and English language learners.
  
• Integrate art history, cultural studies, and cross-curricular content into lessons.

• Create and maintain a safe, respectful, and organized studio/classroom environment.
  
• Establish routines, procedures, and expectations for responsible use of art materials.
  
• Promote collaboration, critique, and reflection among students in a constructive manner.
  
• Manage behavior and encourage positive social interactions.

• Assess student progress through rubrics, portfolios, performances, and written reflections.
  
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to students and communicate progress to families.
  
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and behavior.

• Display student artwork throughout the school and coordinate exhibits or community showcases.
  
• Participate in faculty meetings, parent-teacher conferences, and school-wide events.
• Collaborate with other teachers to support interdisciplinary learning.
  
• Stay current with developments in visual arts education through professional development.
  
  

• Bachelor’s degree in Art Education, Fine Arts, or related field.
  
• Valid state teaching certification in Visual Arts (K–12 or specific grade band).
  
• Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
  
• Proficiency in a range of traditional and contemporary art media.
  

• Experience teaching in a diverse, inclusive school environment.
  
• Familiarity with digital art tools and platforms.
  
• Bilingual or multilingual (if applicable to student population).
  
• Experience with project-based learning, STEAM integration, or trauma-informed practices.