Secondary Visual Arts and IBDP Visual Arts Teacher

Location: Dar Essalam American School, Rabat, Morocco Type: Full-Time, Starting Date: August 2027 Academic Year: 2027-2029 Division: Secondary School Reports to: Secondary School Principal About the Role Dar Essalam American School (DAS) in Rabat, Morocco is seeking a Secondary Visual Arts and IBDP Visual Arts Teacher to join our international team from August 2027. The teacher creates a safe, inclusive and inspiring studio environment where students develop artistic skills, creative confidence and a personal visual language. Through practical inquiry, experimentation, critical investigation and reflection, the teacher prepares students for success in assigned secondary courses and the IB Diploma Programme. The role includes leading after-school activities and sharing student learning through exhibitions and community events. 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 coherent units and lessons aligned with the approved DAS Visual Arts curriculum and the current IB Visual Arts guide for assigned SL or HL classes. \-Build a progressive pathway from secondary art study into DP Visual Arts, developing practical skills, conceptual understanding and independent inquiry. \-Teach visual elements, design principles and a range of media and processes, including drawing, painting, printmaking, three-dimensional work and digital approaches where available. \-Develop art-making as inquiry through investigation of artists, artworks and cultural contexts, including Moroccan and international perspectives. \-Guide students in documenting experimentation, decisions and reflection in visual arts journals, and in connecting research to their own intentions. \-Use formative and summative assessment, studio observations, portfolios and critique to guide instruction, apply agreed criteria and contribute to evidence-based predicted grades. \-Guide students through DP portfolios, investigations and resolved artworks, assess internal components and prepare submissions with the DP Coordinator following IB requirements for feedback, authentication, moderation and deadlines. \-Teach citation, responsible use of sources and AI, and academic integrity. \-Differentiate for diverse learners, including students developing English proficiency, and support agreed learning plans and Personalized Learning Plans. Students and School Culture \-Know students as individuals and build a respectful, inclusive classroom that supports belonging, emotional safety, curiosity and appropriately high expectations. \-Maintain clear routines, accurate attendance, punctuality and active supervision, and apply agreed behavior procedures. \-Follow safeguarding, professional boundaries, health and safety, and incident reporting procedures. \-Maintain a safe, organized studio, secure artwork storage and accurate resource inventories, and teach safe handling, storage and disposal of materials. Collaboration, Families and Community \-Plan collaboratively with Visual Arts colleagues and work with Secondary School leadership and the IB Diploma Programme Coordinator on curriculum, instruction and assessment. \-Coordinate course pacing, assessment deadlines and moderation, and contribute to interdisciplinary connections including Theory of Knowledge. \-Communicate regularly and clearly with parents about learning, progress, expectations and concerns through approved platforms, reports and conferences. \-Plan, lead and supervise after-school activities such as an art club, creative workshop or community art project, and curate student exhibitions. \-Supervise Visual Arts extended essays where assigned, and contribute to team meetings, curriculum development and the Major Learning Plan. Qualifications and Experience \-A bachelors degree in Visual Arts, Fine Arts, Art Education or a related field, and a recognized teaching qualification appropriate to secondary education. \-Successful experience teaching secondary Visual Arts, with strong practical skills across a range of media. \-Knowledge of the current IB Visual Arts curriculum and assessment requirements, with relevant IB training or willingness to complete professional learning. \-Strong understanding of standards-based planning, artistic inquiry, assessment, differentiation and inclusive studio practice. \-Strong English communication, organization, collaboration and relationship-building skills, including constructive communication with families. Preferred Skills \-Experience teaching IBDP Visual Arts, including portfolio development, assessment and student submissions. \-Experience in international or culturally diverse environments. \-Proficiency in French and/or Arabic is an advantage. About Dar Essalam American School (DAS) Dar Essalam American School (DAS) is an int