Director of Visual and Performing Arts at Sewickley Academy – Sewickley, Pennsylvania

ABOUT SEWICKLEY ACADEMY

Distinguished by its rigorous academics, outstanding faculty, and highly motivated student body, Sewickley Academy is Pittsburgh’s longest-standing coeducational independent Junior Pre-Kindergarten-12 day school. Our mission is to elevate knowledge, character, and community through an intentionally extraordinary and innovative education. At the Academy, every student is encouraged to explore their passions and excel while embracing their authentic selves.

With the recent completion of state-of-the-art computer science and robotics classrooms and new athletic facilities, the Academy is poised for the continued expansion of our STEM and athletic programs. We believe strongly in the importance and value of a well-rounded education in academics, the arts, athletics, and community service. Our faculty and staff from all departments and divisions work together to create an environment of encouragement and support by inspiring students to reach their goals and develop a love of learning.

This position offers a competitive salary plus excellent benefits and work/life balance programs including a premium-free health plan option, an excellent retirement plan, generous leave time, and tuition benefits programs. Are you searching for a workplace where a dedicated team of talented individuals comes together to serve our students?

Job Description

This faculty role provides coordination and vision for the Academy’s arts program, including visual art, theater, music, and dance, while serving as a faculty member within the department. This is a 10-month faculty role with a partial teaching load and leadership responsibilities. Summer or additional responsibilities may be included for the right candidate based on experience and program needs.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for the Jr. Pre-K through 12th grade Visual and Performing Arts program, ensuring a cohesive vision and curriculum progression across visual art, theater, music, and dance.
• Serve as a chair for Visual and Performing Arts, leading collaboration among faculty, facilitating alignment and communication across divisions, and supporting program development.
• Supervise the performance and professional growth of the Visual and Performing Arts faculty, including providing evaluative input and participating in observation processes.
• Manage the classroom/programmatic budgets, sponsorships, and needs of the arts department.
• Oversee the planning and coordination of performances, productions, concerts, and exhibitions in collaboration with faculty and operations staff.
• Serve as a liaison to the broader community as an advocate for the arts and as a champion of the Academy’s programs.
• Maintain a partial teaching load and fulfill core faculty responsibilities.
• Oversee and build auxiliary revenue opportunities for the school that both promote the arts.
• Build partnerships with local arts organizations, visiting artists, and cultural institutions.
• Partner with Marketing and Communications to tell the story of the arts at Sewickley Academy.
• Partner with Admissions to build relationships with aligned organizations to expand the pool of student artist applicants.
• Cultivate relationships with donors, alumni, and community partners to support programs and facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in an arts-related field required; advanced degree preferred.
• Experience teaching in an independent or comparable school environment.
• Demonstrated leadership in directing productions or managing arts programming.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• A collaborative approach and commitment to student-centered learning.

Why Pittsburgh?

Pittsburgh is a vibrant, mid-sized city known for its affordability, convenience, and strong sense of community. Set at the confluence of three rivers and surrounded by rolling hills, it offers the energy of city living with easy access to parks, trails, and outdoor recreation.

The region is a national hub for healthcare, technology, education, and research, and is home to world-class institutions such as Carnegie Mellon University, Duquesne University, and the University of Pittsburgh. A strong economy, growing startup culture, and established cultural institutions foster a collaborative and innovative professional environment.

Residents value the area’s excellent public and independent schools, attainable homeownership, and high quality of life. With its distinct neighborhoods, thriving food and arts scene, passionate sports culture, and welcoming spirit, Pittsburgh is a place where people quickly feel at home and choose to stay.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

All interested applicants applying for this position should submit their resume, cover letter, and salary requirements.

Sewickley Academy is committed to having a community where all members are treated with dignity and respect. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, the Academy does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices on the basis of gender/gender-identity, sex, race or ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran's status, genetic information, family or marital status, sexual orientation, or any other protected class.