Dean of Fine Arts manages administrative functions of the college of fine arts. Develops college strategic initiatives and participates in university long-term planning and policy setting. Being a Dean of Fine Arts leads college in fundraising and cultivating relationships with donors. Provides senior level administrative leadership in areas of curriculum development, institutional assessment and improvement, human resource, faculty development and performance appraisals, budget and finance, and facilities planning and management. Additionally, Dean of Fine Arts requires an advanced degree. Typically reports to top management. The Dean of Fine Arts manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. To be a Dean of Fine Arts typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Colorado Rocky Mountain School is looking for a highly qualified, full-time, upper-school silversmithing teacher. Fine arts educators at CRMS cultivate creativity, effective art studio habits, and an ethos of excellence. Our visual arts curriculum includes a focus on craftsmanship, art history, diverse genres, and art critical analysis. This teacher will also maintain our gallery spaces with student art displays.
CRMS faculty employ a student-centered approach to teaching, meeting individual students' needs in developing an academically vibrant and skilled level of scholarship. Faculty also participate in our active program (including outdoor, sports, arts, and community service curricula) and contribute to our residential and advisory programs.
Specific Responsibilities Include:
Teach three to four visual arts courses-Silversmithing, Ceramics, and other courses as needed
Manage silversmithing and Ceramics studio and budget
Support boarding students as a dorm parent in the evening and weekend residential program
Mentor a group of students as an advisor
Instruct active program curriculum including trips, mountain sports, arts, or service work
Communicate effectively with students, parents, and colleagues
Foster inclusion and social justice, ensuring all students’ sense of belonging
Take on other duties as needed
Execute all duties in a timely and professional manner
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree in visual arts required; advanced degree and/or teaching credential preferred
Visual arts teaching experience
Expertise silversmithing or ceramic arts
Plan to expand professional learning as needed
Demonstrated experience in the use of technology, and in integrating technological applications in the classroom
Organization/time-management skills
Cultural competencies required to promote inclusion, equity, and belonging within a diverse cultural and social framework
Ability to effectively engage with students as a dorm parent and advisor
CRMS is a college-preparatory independent boarding school located in the mountains of western Colorado. We provide students with a transformative education through an inclusive community on our campus, a rigorous academic program in our classrooms, and experiential learning on our public lands.
CRMS seeks to be a learning environment where diverse students and faculty can challenge their intellect, hone life skills, share a respect for the outdoors, and develop character. We are a community that welcomes and values differences so that we may understand, grow, and support each other in our quest for a culture of inclusion, equity, and belonging. Faculty dedicated to promoting these values, and those from diverse social and cultural backgrounds, are strongly encouraged to apply.
Compensation package: Salary and benefits are commensurate with other Colorado boarding schools. Housing included. Salary range: $25,000-$30,000 plus benefits.
To apply: Please complete the CRMS Employment Application. Send this along with a resume, a digital portfolio with examples of student and personal artwork, and a cover letter via email to employment@crms.org. CRMS is an equal opportunity employer.
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