Classroom Art Teacher Grade 5th-8th

Job Title: Middle School Art Teacher

Reports To: Principal/Assistant Principal 

Job Summary

The Art Teacher is responsible for providing a high-quality visual arts education to students in grades 5�8. This role requires a creative educator who can foster a love for the arts while integrating Catholic values and teachings into the curriculum. The candidate will manage a classroom environment that encourages spiritual growth, artistic expression, and technical skill development.

Key Responsibilities

• Foster an exciting, dynamic, and creative learning environment wherein the teaching of skills, techniques and a passion for art are paramount, while instilling pride in the program among students and the greater community.
• Demonstrate extensive knowledge of middle school art techniques and pedagogy in a studio setting.
• Actively engage students in the curriculum and concepts through varied and differentiated instruction.
• Develop and implement a visual arts curriculum that covers art history, theory, and various media (drawing, painting, ceramics, digital art).
• Incorporate Catholic identity into the arts, such as exploring liturgical seasons through projects or studying the history of Sacred Art.
• Maintain a safe, organized, and respectful studio environment conducive to creativity and Catholic discipline.
• Evaluate student progress through portfolios, projects, and critiques, providing constructive feedback that encourages growth.

Required Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Education, Art Education, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• Certification: Valid state teaching certification (K�8 or K�12 Visual Arts).
• Experience: Previous experience teaching middle-school-aged children is preferred.

Skills & Competencies

• Proficiency in a wide range of artistic techniques and materials.
• Ability to differentiate instruction for diverse learning styles.
• Strong communication skills for interacting with parents and administration.