Experiential School Studio Teacher

Location:
The Experiential School of Tampa Bay at Shorecrest Preparatory School | St. Petersburg, Florida

Start Date: August 7, 2026

Description, Responsibilities, & Duties

Description

The full-time Experiential School Studio Teacher is responsible for assisting in the implementation of the Experiential School (ES) Art and Music programs under the direction of the Head of the Experiential School and in collaboration with ES faculty.

The Studio at The Experiential School serves as a dynamic space where children explore diverse materials and techniques. Our Studio teacher is a versatile educator who collaborates with students, guiding their logical and creative journeys. By being a part of the day of students in both Alpha and Junior Kindergarten (3-5 years old), the Studio makes learning visible and honors the multiple expressive languages of childhood.

Essential Functions

Instructional Leadership & The Reggio Emilia Approach

100 Languages of Children: Treat art and music as fundamental non-verbal languages that help children construct their understanding of the world around them.
Facilitate Artistic Exploration: Lead full and small group sessions in the Studio, integrating Visual Arts and Music.
Curate the Environment: Design and maintain a studio space that sparks curiosity, offering materials that value both the creative process and the final product while supporting diverse learning styles.
Cultivate Inquiry: Plan a balanced program of demonstration and open-ended work time, encouraging students to observe, question, and investigate.
Foster Development: Use intentional modeling and teacher language to grow students’ problem-solving, communication, and collaborative skills.
Produce Annual Performance: Direct and produce one signature music performance per year at the Janet Root Theatre.

Documentation & Assessment

Make Learning Visible: Observe and document student explorations using anecdotes and artifacts to guide pedagogical decision-making and share insights with the community.
Responsive Teaching: Listen to and value children’s unique competencies, using their interests as a springboard for further exploration and provocations.

Collaboration & Professional Growth

Program Development: Partner with faculty and administration to develop, evaluate, and refine early childhood Art and Music curricula.
Community Engagement: Represent the Experiential School in school-wide events and division specific programs, maintaining positive, professional relationships with families and colleagues.
Continuous Learning: Commit to ongoing research into Early Childhood Education by attending professional development, engaging with other independent schools, global educator networks, and staying current with industry literature.

School Operations & Student Support

Classroom Support: Serve as a teacher or teaching assistant as needed, providing classroom coverage and supervising students to ensure a safe, productive environment.
Daily Logistics: Contribute to the daily flow of the school through playground supervision, morning Before Care, and afternoon carline duties.
Health & Safety: Strictly adhere to all health and safety protocols, modeling responsible actions to safeguard the well-being of the school community.
Studio Stewardship: Maintain the organization and aesthetic integrity of the Studio area within the ES Exploratorium.

Minimum Qualifications/Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Early Childhood or Art/Art Education required
Preference will be given to candidates with an additional background in the Reggio Emilia approach to Education
Preference will be given to candidates with an additional background in Music
DCF 40 hour introductory child care training preferred
First aid and Infant and Child CPR certification preferred
Interest in children in an educational setting
Good verbal skills with students, colleagues and parents
Demonstrated organizational skills
Able to use basic office equipment
Proficient in technology and web based tools
Supports Shorecrest’s Mission and core values

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

Works in a highly involved and busy environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts
May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time
Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs.
Spend time sitting on floor or child size furniture
Monitor children in classroom, playground, library, and other school areas
Be able to come in contact with children who are ill/ contagious
Work primarily in a traditional climate controlled classroom environment
Work intermittently in outside weather conditions, including extreme heat and cold

Salary & Benefits

Application Procedures

https://www.shorecrest.org/about/employment-opportunities

Program Description

https://www.shorecrest.org/academics/the-experiential-school-ages-3-5-

Contact Info

Adriana Hollenbeck
Head of The Experiential School
ahollenbeck@shorecrest.org

Job Opportunity