Early Childhood & Lower School Art Teacher

Abraham Joshua Heschel School seeks a full-time early childhood & lower school (Grades preschool-5) art teacher to begin in the fall of 2026.

• A bachelor’s degree in Art Education, Fine Arts, or a related field (a master’s degree is preferred)

• Experience working with a variety of materials, including paint, clay, collage, drawing, and construction

• Experience / desire to work with other art teacher (s) in a shared space

• Passion for teaching young children

• An understanding of stages of child development to foster growth and learning

• An appreciation for cultivating the artistic process

Abraham Joshua Heschel School, located in New York City, is an independent Jewish school, N-12, unaffiliated with any single movement or synagogue. The school's approach to education is governed by profound respect for children. It nurtures their curiosity, cultivates their imagination, encourages creative expression, values their initiative and engenders critical thinking skills. The Heschel School is dedicated to inspiring its graduates to become responsible adults and active, compassionate citizens of the Jewish world and world communities.

Salary commensurate with prior relevant work history and skills.

Qualified applicants should upload a cover letter and resume. 

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.

Abraham Joshua Heschel School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The salary range for this position is $65,000 - $95,000, depending on years of experience.