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Upper School Studio Arts Instructor
Posted: Feb. 20, 2026
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States
Position Overview:
The Ellis School, the only pre-kindergarten to grade 12 independent all-girls day school in Pittsburgh, PA, is seeking an Upper School Studio Arts instructor beginning in August 2026. Responsibilities will include teaching Upper School 2D studio arts electives, including AP 2D Art and Design, and Middle School elective studio courses. Other duties, including—but not limited to—advising, proctoring study halls, chaperoning, and committee work, are integral to the role of Upper School faculty members. Under the supervision of the Chair of the Visual Arts Department, this position directly advances The Ellis School’s mission by fostering creativity, confidence, and intellectual risk-taking in students during a formative stage of their development.
Key Responsibilities:
Teach Upper School studio arts courses, including 2D, Portfolio, and AP Art & Design
Teach and support courses within the Upper School’s newly established Arts Academy, which launches in Fall 2026
Teach Middle School elective courses, including Introduction to Watercolor and Found Object Sculpture
Design and deliver engaging instruction across drawing, painting, printmaking, design, and a variety of materials and media
Integrate Adobe Creative Suite and other digital tools to enhance studio learning
Apply flexible, innovative pedagogical approaches to support adolescent learners and prepare students for success in AP Art & Design
Foster a studio culture that promotes creativity, risk-taking, critical thinking, and artistic voice
Maintain a well-organized studio classroom and manage the ordering and upkeep of materials and supplies
Collaborate with colleagues within the Visual Arts Department and across divisions
Communicate effectively with students, families, and colleagues
Contribute to a positive, inclusive school community rooted in Ellis’s mission and values, demonstrating integrity, flexibility, and a collaborative, student-centered approach