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New York is hiring: Head of Creative Arts in New York

New York, New York, NY, United States, 10261

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Join us at Harrow International School New York to be part of a community that values excellence, tradition, and holistic education. About Harrow International School New York Harrow New York upholds the high standards and traditions of Harrow School in the UK. We maintain high expectations for both students and teachers, emphasizing academic rigor, personalized pastoral care, and a robust super-curricular and co-curricular program. Our commitment extends to providing numerous community service and leadership opportunities. As we establish and continue to expand our school, we seek dedicated and proactive individuals who reflect our values and commitment to excellence. Ideal applicants will be inspiring, highly qualified and eager to participate fully in the broader life of the school. They should excel in communication, relationship-building and possess a can-do attitude. Additionally, candidates must demonstrate respect, responsibility, and effective time management skills contributing to a collaborative and vibrant community. We value individuals committed to personal and professional growth, consistently upholding high standards. We are looking for passionate educators who understand that academic qualifications alone are not enough. Our Real-World Ready Curriculum focuses on social, cognitive, and digital competencies to prepare students for success. We value teachers who can foster intellectual curiosity, creativity, and essential life skills, and who are committed to helping students thrive in their future careers. As a teacher at our school, you'll play a vital role in both the academic and boarding life, serving as a Tutor affiliated with a House. This position offers the chance to provide evening academic support, foster a family atmosphere, and significantly impact students' personal growth within a nurturing community. Additionally, you'll have numerous opportunities to share your skills and actively engage in our comprehensive co-curricular program activities across sports, music, drama, dance, leadership, and service. We're looking for enthusiastic staff ready to make a significant impact by leading these diverse opportunities and activities, helping students develop character, leadership, and teamwork skills. If you are dedicated to inspiring students and facilitating an ambitious education, we invite you to join our team. Job Overview Please refer to the attached job description for the key responsibilities and person specification. This document outlines the main tasks and duties associated with the role, as well as the essential skills, experience, and qualifications needed. How to Apply If you have the required qualifications and experience for this role, please click on the 'Apply' button below to complete our application form. Please note only fully completed applications will be considered. To be considered for this role, all applicants must submit the following: Supporting Statement: Address the selection criteria and highlight your specific interest in working for our school. Application Form: Complete the application in full, including your personal details, contact details, professional details, employment history, and education. Professional References: Submit two professional references, including one from the Headteacher/Principal of the school where you are currently or were most recently employed. Where possible references must be from separate sources and not the same organization or employer. Application Deadline Sunday, February 23, 2025 at 11.59pm Eastern Standard Time. Applicants are encouraged to apply early. Harrow New York reserves the right to make an appointment before the stated deadline. Selection Process Shortlisted applicants will be invited to attend an online screening interview, scheduled from Monday, March 3, 2025, to Friday, April 4, 2025. Selected applicants will then be invited to attend a second, in-person interview, where possible, where they will be required to prepare and present a lesson plan. Please note visa-related restrictions may apply. Equality and Diversity Harrow New York is an equal opportunity employer and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, and local laws. Safeguarding At Harrow New York, the safety and welfare of our students is a top priority. All staff members are dedicated to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people. We have implemented a stringent recruitment process which includes, a thorough enhanced background screening checks, fingerprint based criminal screening check, detailed interviews, teaching demonstrations, reference verification, safeguarding training and ongoing monitoring and support. All employees are expected to comply with our School Child Protection and Safeguarding Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr