Lower School Visual Arts Teacher (Immediate Mid-Year Opening)

About the role

The Steward School seeks an enthusiastic, talented, and committed Lower School Visual Arts Teacher for an immediate mid-year opening for the 2026–2027 academic year. This full-time, fully benefited faculty position reports directly to the Director of Lower School. The ideal candidate is a passionate educator who fosters creativity, integrates modern instructional technology, and brings a strong collaborative spirit to an active independent school community.

Responsibilities

• Plan, prepare, and deliver creative, innovative visual arts instruction that advances students’ technical skills, aesthetic understanding, and artistic confidence across the Lower School grade levels.
• Design and implement differentiated instructional strategies to support diverse learning styles, abilities, and developmental stages.
• Maintain a safe, supportive, and inclusive physical, emotional, and social classroom environment where every child feels empowered to take creative risks.
• Effectively integrate educational technology—including Google Workspace for Education, interactive whiteboards, and digital gradebooks—to enhance learning and streamline administrative tasks.
• Function as an active, engaged team member and collaborative decision-maker alongside grade-level teachers, specialists, and school leadership.
• Curate and manage student artwork displays throughout the Lower School as well as assist with school-wide art exhibitions.
• Participate in required faculty meetings, professional development opportunities, duties (e.g., carpool, recess supervision), and community events.
• Serve as an engaged member of the visual and performing arts faculty, supporting arts events across divisions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in Art Education, Fine Arts, or Elementary Education required.
• Master’s degree and/or Virginia state teaching certification strongly preferred.
• Demonstrated skill using technology in an educational setting, including Google Educational Apps, interactive whiteboards, and electronic grading/reporting systems.

Skills

• Deep passion for working with children and a clear understanding of the developmental, social, and emotional needs of elementary-aged students.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills with students, parents, colleagues, and administration.
• Demonstrated ability to foster an environment of innovation, curiosity, open-mindedness, and creative problem-solving.
• Proven track record of sound professional judgment, adaptability for a mid-year transition, and adherence to confidentiality.

Benefits

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience and education. A comprehensive benefits package is available, including medical, dental, vision, retirement, and professional development support.