Art Teacher
About the role
The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation features an expansive coalition of schools that allow our children to develop a sense of purpose and value, receive a higher quality education, join a welcoming community and feel secure in a dynamic future. We have a rich history, with its establishment 200 years ago by St. Rose Philippine Duchesne. A coalition of schools serving over 50,000 students (PreK-12) within an 11-county area. The educational experience provided to our students and their families is rooted in a higher calling from God to honor and celebrate the gifts He has given us.
Job Responsibilities
- Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate art lessons for students
- Introduce and reinforce art concepts, techniques, and art history
- Foster creativity, imagination, and appreciation for the arts
- Integrate faith, culture, and creativity into art instruction when appropriate
- Maintain a safe, organized, and engaging art classroom
- Display student artwork and support school-wide art projects and events
- Communicate effectively with school administration and classroom teachers
- Assess student learning and provide meaningful feedback
- Support students’ academic, social, emotional, and spiritual development
- Follow all school policies and Archdiocesan guidelines
- Model Christian values and uphold the mission of Catholic education
Required Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Art, Education, or a related field
- Strong organizational, classroom management, and communication skills
- Dependable, creative, and professional demeanor
- Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Catholic education
- Valid teaching certification or eligibility
- Previous experience teaching art in a school setting
- Experience working with a variety of age levels and skill ranges
- Praising Catholic or willingness to support Catholic faith practices
Preferred
- Practicing Catholic or willingness to support Catholic faith practices
Working Conditions
- School-based instruction
- Frequent interaction with students and faculty
- Ability to stand, move about the classroom, and manage art materials
Schedule
Aligned with the school calendar
Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.
Pre-Employment Screening
- Criminal background check
- Family Care Safety Registration
- Drug screen
- Employment and educational licensure/certification verification
- Health screening
- Any other screenings deemed necessary for employment
Benefits
- Flexible working times
- Remote working options
- Generous paid vacation increasing with service
- Personal leaves of absence
- Volunteer events sponsored by the Archdiocese
Our Mission
We are a unique community—diverse in our talent, but unified in our drive to create together, face challenges together and grow together. Our values push us to empower, propel and inspire new ways of turning possibilities into realities. Our competencies define the behaviors that guide who we are, how we are inspired and how we inspire of others to succeed.