Western Reserve Academy - Visual Art Faculty 2026-27 at Western Reserve Academy

Western Reserve Academy, one of the nation’s premier boarding schools, invites experienced, dynamic, and collaborative educators who are passionate about teaching Visual Art. Candidates should have the ability to inspire students and colleagues, and the willingness to participate fully in all that is associated with a vibrant boarding school community.   

WRA strives to find the right balance of duties and responsibilities for each faculty member. Typical expectations include:  

• Teach multiple Art courses, levels to be determined by individual strengths and the needs of the department.
• Participate in the student life program, including dormitory duty.
• Outside of the classroom, teachers will supervise co-curricular activities (e.g. varsity or sub-varsity teams, community service activities, clubs, publications, etc.).
• Serve as an academic advisor for a small group of students.
• Attend school and faculty gatherings.
• Serve on appropriate task forces.
• Participate in the life of the Fine and Performing Arts Department including attending meetings, striving for a student-centered curriculum, and contributing to the overall culture of the Fine and Performing Arts. 

The ideal candidate possesses most or all of the following qualifications:  

• Minimum of five years of experience teaching High School Visual Art.
• Master’s degree in Visual Art or a closely related field.
• Academic preparation to teach all levels of Art.
• Enthusiasm to engage and lead teen learners in and out of the classroom.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work well independently and with a team. 
• High degree of cultural competence and demonstrated experience working with culturally diverse populations.
• Willingness to develop connections and collaborate with other WRA academic departments, as well as art institutions and professional artists. 
• Willingness to develop connections and collaborate with other WRA academic departments, university language departments and/or industry leaders.
• Motivation to seek and provide art activities in and out of the classroom.
• Proficiency in using technology to enhance learning in the classroom.
• Evidence of ongoing professional development in art and/or education.
• Training and competence in working with learners with diverse styles and needs.