Elementary School Art Teacher

Location: Dar Essalam American School, Rabat, Morocco

Type: Full-Time, Starting Date: August 2027

Academic Year: 2027-2029

Division: Early Childhood and Elementary School, PK3 through Grade 5

Reports to: Elementary School Principal

About the Role

Dar Essalam American School (DAS) in Rabat, Morocco is seeking an Elementary School Art Teacher to join our international team from August 2027. The Art Teacher creates a safe, inclusive and inspiring environment where students explore visual ideas, develop artistic skills and express themselves with confidence. The teacher plans and delivers the approved visual arts curriculum, adapting learning to the developmental needs of assigned classes from PK3 through Grade 5.

The Profile of a DAS Teacher guides professional practice: student-centered learning, meaningful relationships, the DAS 5Cs, the DAS identity, reflection and professional growth, and contribution to the school community.

Teaching and Learning

-Plan units and lessons from the approved art curriculum and intended learning outcomes.

-Build understanding of visual elements and design principles through age-appropriate drawing, painting, collage, printmaking, sculpture and other suitable media.

-Combine explicit teaching of techniques with inquiry, experimentation and student choice.

-Use observation, student artwork, portfolios and reflection to assess progress; give constructive feedback and communicate progress against agreed expectations.

-Differentiate materials, techniques and instruction for students ages, language proficiency and support needs. In Early Childhood classes, emphasize sensory exploration, fine motor development and purposeful play.

-Introduce diverse artists and traditions, including Moroccan art, to build cultural appreciation.

Students and School Culture

-Know students as individuals and build a respectful studio culture that supports belonging, creative confidence and perseverance.

-Maintain clear routines, accurate attendance, punctuality and active supervision.

-Follow safeguarding, professional boundaries, health and safety and incident reporting procedures.

Collaboration and Community

-Plan collaboratively with homeroom teachers and specialist colleagues, and work with Elementary School leadership on curriculum and assessment expectations.

-Work with teaching assistants and student support staff to make art accessible to all learners.

-Build respectful, responsive relationships with parents and caregivers and communicate clearly about learning and progress.

-Contribute to school events, curate student artwork and support exhibitions that celebrate learning.

-Maintain an organized, safe art room with clear routines for handling, storing and cleaning materials.

Qualifications and Experience

-A bachelors degree in Art Education, Visual Arts, Fine Arts, education or a related field, and a recognized teaching qualification appropriate to the assigned classes.

-Successful experience teaching visual arts to elementary students, with understanding of childrens creative, physical, social and emotional development. Early Childhood teaching experience is desirable.

-Strong practical art skills across suitable media and knowledge of curriculum planning, artistic inquiry, assessment, differentiation and safe classroom practice.

-Strong English communication, organization, collaboration and relationship building skills.

-Training in child protection and safeguarding.

Preferred Skills

-Experience in international or culturally diverse environments.

-Familiarity with technology-based educational solutions.

-Proficiency in French and/or Arabic is an advantage.

About Dar Essalam American School (DAS)

Dar Essalam American School (DAS) is an international school located in the vibrant Hay Riad neighborhood of Rabat, Morocco. Situated on a sprawling five-hectare campus, DAS delivers a unique approach to global education by integrating the best of Finnish and American pedagogical practices while staying deeply rooted in Moroccan culture and values.

Established by the Education Development Company (EDC), Moroccos leading education provider, DAS is a flagship institution that champions innovation, cultural understanding and academic excellence.

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