Visual Arts Teacher, Secondary

At Lakes International Language Academy, an International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme, Arts teachers bring the concepts of the arts (Music, Drama, or Visual Arts) to life for their students. Teachers conduct classroom instruction in English; develop curriculum materials using engaging and age-appropriate instructional strategies; infuse internationally-mindedness into the curriculum on a continual basis; incorporate hands-on learning activities into daily instruction; communicate with students and their parents regarding program goals, classroom activities, homework and student progress; create a safe and welcoming classroom environment; collaborate with department and grade level teachers, program specialists, teacher mentor, coordinator, director and other staff regarding teacher performance; maintain knowledge of current and emerging trends, procedures and evaluation processes in art education; participate in regular planning and staff development activities; participate in professional development for International Baccalaureate Middle Years Program and Diploma Programme.

Experience teaching/living abroad is preferred.

Teaching experience at the age level of the open position is preferred.

Teaching experience in the International Baccalaureate preferred.

Travel: Teachers are provided opportunities to participate in training provided in the Twin Cities, across the U.S., and sometimes internationally in the areas of Language Immersion, International Baccalaureate, and Responsive Classroom or Developmental Designs. Occasional travel is required.

Work in a diverse culture: Many of our teachers were born in Mandarin and Spanish speaking countries. Nearly all have traveled extensively, with the large majority having lived in a Mandarin or Spanish speaking country for at least a semester.

Social functions: Each Friday, various staff members offer well-attended gatherings around sports or exercise. Other social activities abound.

Professional Development: Lakes International provides professional development for new staff depending on needs and interest, but always including best practices of teachers in the International Baccalaureate programs and building a safe and inviting classroom climate for learning.

Career Track and Advancement: Many leadership positions are available to Lakes International teachers, depending on their interests, efforts, and expertise.

Grants to Teachers: The LILA Foundation frequently offers “Inquiry 360” grants to teachers to pursue enriching experiences that they can bring back to share in the classroom. Teachers are encouraged to pursue these experiences abroad. Inquiry 360 grants are competitive and are awarded in April for use the following summer.