Photography Teacher

Thanks for your interest in Success Academy Running the largest, fastest-growing, and highest-performing network of public charter schools in New York City takes a village - families, children, teachers, staff and faculty, advocates, and supporters alike. We would love to welcome you to our community We work tirelessly every day to ensure each child in NYC has access to a fun, rigorous, whole-child education regardless of zip code or economic status. When you join SA, you play a part in giving every student who walks through the doors of one of our 59 schools in NYC a fair shot at reaching his or her potential.

As a high-performing, whole-child-focused charter school, we are looking for talented, invested Photography Teachers to join our community. We are looking for Photography Teachers to engage our Scholars in fostering a love for photography, exploring the creative process, and highlighting their artistic talents.

At Success, non-academic subjects aren't "extra," but essential. We expect our scholar talent teachers to be masters of their craft and share their passions, talents, and experiences in the classroom.

In this Role, You Will:

• Build a safe and joyful classroom culture where scholars develop both technical photography skills and a deep appreciation for the art form.
  
• Teach scholars the fundamentals of photography, including composition, lighting, digital and/or film processes, editing, and visual storytelling.
  
• Foster creativity while pushing scholars to think critically and conceptually about photography as both an art and a medium of communication.
  
• Collaborate with fellow Art and Photography teachers across the network to build a premier visual arts program, contributing to exhibitions, showcases, and making learning visible to the broader school community.
  
• Build a culture of self-expression while engaging scholars in discussions about photographic history, contemporary practice, and the role of photography in society.
• Participate in targeted Professional Development sessions, benefiting from real-time feedback to continually refine instruction and accelerate growth.

• Hold a Bachelor's degree in Photography, Visual Arts, Fine Arts, Studio Art, or Art Education (a strong concentration in photography is highly preferred).
• Have an outstanding record of academic and/or professional achievement.
• Possess a photography portfolio that demonstrates both technical ability and creative vision, as well as a passion for teaching and learning.
• Have experience with photographic history, theory, and contemporary practice, along with proficiency in relevant software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop/Lightroom).
• Bring prior experience working in education, studio environments, or professional photography settings.
• Have the ability to set ambitious goals and maintain high expectations for yourself and your scholars.
• Embrace collaboration and are eager to contribute to a dynamic, creative team.

Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience.

Compensation Range

$65,000 - $65,000 USD

Exact compensation may vary based on skills and experience.

Compensation Range

$55,000 - $65,000 USD

Success Academy Charter Schools is an equal opportunity employer and actively encourages applications from people of all backgrounds. Compensation is competitive and commensurate with experience. Success Academy offers a full benefits program and opportunities for professional growth.

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