MS/HS MYP & DP Visual Arts Teacher

Section: Middle School / High School IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP) Reporting to: Head of Middle School / Head of High School Role Overview The MS/HS MYP & DP Visual Arts Teacher will be a passionate, creative and inspiring educator responsible for delivering high-quality, inquiry-based Visual Arts education across the IB Middle Years Programme (MYP) and Diploma Programme (DP). The successful candidate will foster artistic creativity, critical thinking, cultural awareness and individual expression through a broad range of traditional and contemporary art practices. They will inspire students to explore artistic ideas, develop technical skills, engage in meaningful creative inquiry and communicate their perspectives through visual expression. Working collaboratively with colleagues across the Middle and High Schools, the teacher will support students in developing their artistic identities, building strong portfolios and achieving their full potential in accordance with IB curriculum requirements and assessment standards. Key Responsibilities Teaching and Learning • Plan and deliver engaging, challenging and inquiry-based Visual Arts lessons across the MYP and DP. • Develop students' creativity, critical thinking, technical skills and confidence through a range of artistic media and processes. • Encourage artistic experimentation, independent inquiry, conceptual exploration and personal expression. • Introduce students to diverse artistic traditions, contemporary practices and global perspectives. • Differentiate teaching strategies to meet students' individual learning needs, abilities and artistic interests. • Create an inclusive, stimulating and well-organised studio environment that encourages creativity, collaboration and responsible artistic practice. Curriculum and IB Programme Integration • Implement the IB MYP and DP Visual Arts curriculum frameworks in alignment with school policies and programme requirements. • Plan and deliver concept-driven MYP units that incorporate inquiry, global contexts, approaches to learning and appropriate assessment criteria. • Guide DP Visual Arts students through the required components of the course, including the Comparative Study, Process Portfolio and Exhibition, in accordance with the applicable IB guide. • Support students in developing meaningful artistic investigations, research practices and reflective processes. • Collaborate with MYP and DP Coordinators and subject colleagues to ensure effective curriculum planning, progression and consistency. • Participate in curriculum development, review and interdisciplinary learning opportunities. Assessment and Student Development • Design and implement appropriate formative and summative assessments aligned with IB MYP and DP requirements. • Provide timely, constructive and individualised feedback to support artistic development and achievement. • Assess students' technical, conceptual, analytical and creative progress using relevant IB assessment criteria. • Support students in developing and documenting their creative processes, artistic investigations and portfolios. • Prepare DP students for internal and external assessment requirements, ensuring adherence to IB guidelines and deadlines. • Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate achievement and areas for development to students, parents and relevant school teams. Artistic Development and School Community • Encourage students to participate in exhibitions, artistic projects, competitions and school-wide creative initiatives. • Organise and support student art displays and exhibitions that celebrate creativity and achievement. • Promote appreciation of artistic diversity, cultural identity and global citizenship through Visual Arts education. • Collaborate with colleagues across disciplines to enrich learning through interdisciplinary and community-based artistic projects. • Contribute to extracurricular arts activities and opportunities that strengthen student engagement and creative expression. • Build positive relationships with students, colleagues and families, supporting a collaborative and inclusive school culture. Professional Responsibilities • Participate in professional development, departmental meetings, collaborative planning and school improvement initiatives. • Maintain safe, organised and well-equipped art studios, ensuring appropriate use, storage and management of materials, tools and equipment. • Follow school policies and procedures, including safeguarding, health and safety, assessment, academic integrity and inclusion. • Demonstrate professionalism, adaptability and commitment to the school's mission and values. • Contribute positively to the school's commitment to strengthening engagement for all. • Bachelor's degree in Visual Arts, Fine Arts, Art Education or a relevant discipline. • Recognised teaching qualification appropriate to the teaching duties undertaken. • Experience teaching Visual Arts at Middle and/or High School level. • Experience teaching, or recent professional training in, IB MYP and DP Visual Arts. • Strong understanding of IB Visual Arts curriculum frameworks, assessment requirements and pedagogical approaches. • Experience guiding students through artistic research, experimentation, portfolio development and exhibition preparation. • Proficiency in a range of traditional and contemporary artistic techniques, including digital media, is highly desirable. Knowledge, Skills and Attributes • Strong alignment with ISL Qatar's values of Belonging, Integrity, Grit and Kindness. • Passion for Visual Arts education and the ability to inspire creativity, curiosity and artistic excellence. • Strong understanding of inquiry-based, concept-driven and student-centred teaching approaches. • Knowledge of IB MYP Arts objectives, assessment criteria and DP Visual Arts course requirements. • Ability to support students in developing technical proficiency, conceptual understanding and independent artistic expression. • Understanding of art history, contemporary artistic practices and diverse cultural perspectives. • Ability to differentiate instruction to support students with varying abilities, artistic backgrounds and learning needs. • Strong communication, classroom management, organisational and interpersonal skills. • Competence in using digital art tools, creative technologies and online learning platforms. • Ability to provide constructive feedback and guide students through reflective artistic processes. • Commitment to safeguarding, student wellbeing, inclusive education and continuous professional development.