Artist in Residence

**Artist in Residence (One-Year Term)**

**School Overview**

SJS, is a leading independent, all gender K-12 IB school in Vancouver, Canada. At SJS we prioritize enriching education that nurtures learning competencies, agency, love for learning, and student well-being. Teachers at SJS encourage students to engage thoughtfully in their learning, to be risk-takers in their learning and strive to achieve their highest potential.

In the junior school we offer the Primary Years Programme (PYP) to all students in Grades JK-5. We offer a holistic programme to all students that consists of experiential opportunities for students to engage in learning in the arts, athletics, outdoor education, leadership roles, and community service.

**Position Purpose & Overview**

**Key Responsibilities**

Typical responsibilities and duties are inclusive of, but not limited to:

- Meet with the relevant HODs, Curriculum Leaders (PYP) and teachers to plan units of work, projects, and lesson activities (the selection of these teachers is dependent on the type of artistic practice).
- Conduct workshops and classes for students and staff, teaching traditional and contemporary First Nations art forms, techniques, and histories.
- Work with students and teachers in classes from K to 12 on student projects. These projects are owned by the students/school. Supplies for these projects are provided by the school and will be planned with the teachers, Curriculum Leaders (PYP) and HODs.
- Develop and create original artworks that reflect First Nations heritage, to be showcased within the school and broader community.
- Provide artworks to be displayed on campus for a period of one year.
- Contribute art pieces and attend the relevant Arts Showcase at the school.
- Organize and participate in exhibitions, performances, or showcases that highlight First Nations art and culture, engaging both the school and the local community.
- Endorse the school’s mission, vision, and values.
- Facilitate and deliver engaging and effective lessons.
- Provide guidance and mentorship to students pursuing arts, encouraging exploration of their creative potential and cultural identity.
- Collaborate with the Curriculum Leaders and HODs, and other teachers to develop and enhance innovative Junior and Senior School curriculums.
- Create a safe, effective, challenging, ethical and organized learning environment.
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of and passion for the Arts.
- Maintain relevant understanding of and be active in using appropriate and effective technology to enhance instruction and learning.
- Model respectful and timely communication with students, colleagues, and parents, in line with the school’s Mutual Respect policy.
- Serve as a cultural ambassador, promoting awareness and understanding of First Nations histories, values, and artistic expressions within the school community.

**Required Qualifications and Key Skills**
- Education & Work Experience_
- Completion of an Arts, Fine Arts, or relevant degree or diploma programme.
- Need to be legally entitled to work in Canada.
- A Basic First Aid certificate is considered an asset.
- Knowledge and understanding of the International Baccalaureate programmes is considered an asset.
- Qualities and Skills_
- A motivated, adaptable, and enthusiastic team player.
- Commitment to inclusion and fostering a supportive learning environment.
- Dynamic ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Demonstrate and pursue excellence in practice and professional growth.
- Strong organizational, administrative, and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Positive attitude, growth mindset, and strong emotional intelligence (EQ).
- Proficient in providing support for diverse learning needs is considered an asset.
- This role will require working hours outside of school office hours: evening events; _occasionally going offsite to document student programs; and occasional morning and weekend commitments._
- This job profile outlines the key responsibilities for the roles and is not meant to be exhaustive. This will include performing the administrative and related tasks or any other responsibilities required to reasonably meet the needs of St. John’s School, including, but not limited to the general duties outlined in the position profile._
- It should be understood that the activities, responsibilities and obligations of this position may be modified from time to time, through discussion between the direct supervisor and the employee, in order to effectively meet the requirements of the School. On rare occasions where there are urgent needs at the School, an employee may be assigned to temporarily backfill role(s) critical to the school’s operations and business continuity._

**Conditions of Employment**
- Clearance on criminal record checks for vulnerable sector is a condition of employment
- The ability to legally work in Canada, in an educational setting is a condition