Art Teacher (Part-Time)
1301 Coraopolis Heights Rd, Moon Township, PA 15108
About the Position
We are looking for an enthusiastic Art teacher to foster and facilitate the intellectual, creative, and spiritualย
development of our students. This is a part-time salaried position, three and a half days per week (Tuesdayย
through Thursday, plus Friday mornings), teaching art to students in Kindergarten through 8th grade in aย
dedicated art room. The schedule includes grade-level art classes for Kindergarten through 4th grade, combinedย
5th/6th and 7th/8th grade classes, a middle school art elective, lunch duty, and built-in planning periods.
Our teacher will implement lessons and teach children with patience, creativity, and the love of God, willย
demonstrate a mature and vibrant relationship with God, and will be dedicated to the philosophy of Christianย
education.
Qualifications:
โข A personal and growing relationship with Jesus Christ, and a life that reflects strong Christian character andย
biblical values
โข Experience teaching art to elementary and/or middle school students preferred
โข Ability to plan and teach age-appropriate art instruction across a wide range of ages (Kindergarten throughย
8th grade), including combined-grade middle school classes
โข Superior communication and people skills
โข Personality traits that allow for a positive relational connection with children, parents, and staff
โข Organizational skills and flexibility, with the ability to handle change and multiple taskings
โข Passion for Christian education and the ability to inspire students of all ages
โข Whole-hearted agreement with the school's Tenets of Faith and Christian Philosophy of Education
โข Desire to work in the context of a Christian professional learning community
โข Proficiency with (or willingness to be trained in) classroom technology including Smart Board, Googleย
Classroom, FACTS, and Curriculum Trak
โข Valid driver's license and a clean driving record
Responsibilities:
โข Serve as the art instructor for Kindergarten through 8th grade, three and a half days per week
โข Teach a variety of media and foundational art concepts appropriate to each grade level, integrating a biblicalย
worldview that reflects creativity as part of God's design
โข Design engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans tied to student outcomes
โข Teach a middle school art elective in addition to regular grade-level art classes
โข Serve a scheduled lunch duty on teaching days
โข Attend weekly chapel with students
โข Maintain a safe, orderly, and creative art room, including care of art supplies and materials
โข Display student artwork throughout the school and coordinate student art for school events and showcases
โข Assess student progress, maintain accurate grades and records, and provide timely feedback to students andย
parents
โข Supervise a weekly study hall and assist with additional school responsibilities as assigned
โข Build fruitful and mentoring relationships with students, parents, and staff
โข Serve as a member of a professional learning community
โข Maintain a professional appearance as an example to students
โข Maintain rules of conduct which encourage self-discipline and responsibility
โข Respect and maintain the confidentiality of students, staff, and personal communications at all times
Requirements:
โข Bachelor's degree required; Art Education, Fine Arts, or a related field preferred
โข Teaching certification (PA or ACSI) preferred; willingness to pursue ACSI certification required
โข Active involvement in a local church
โข Act 34, Act 151, and Act 114 clearances, and PA Act 168 disclosure forms upon hire
โข A letter of reference from your pastor is to be submitted along with your resume
Compensation:
$19,000 annual salary (part-time, salaried). Includes 50% tuition discount for dependents of part-time staff.