Elementary Art Teacher

Elementary Art Teacher

JobID: 649

• • Position Type:
    Elementary School/Art
  • Date Posted:
    9/22/2026
  • Location:
    Elementary

  Position Title: Elementary Music Teacher

  Locations: Jefferson & C4 Elementary

  Position Summary:

  Foster student growth in creativity, artistic expression, appreciation, and understanding of visual arts through drawing, painting, sculpture, mixed media, and other age-appropriate art activities. This position contributes to the overall educational program by promoting creativity, critical thinking, collaboration, cultural awareness, and lifelong appreciation of the visual arts.

  Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

  • Teach art skills including drawing, painting, sculpture, design, art appreciation, art history, and exploration of various artistic media to elementary students.
  • Plan and implement a balanced art program that maximizes instructional time, student engagement, creativity, and artistic exploration.
  • Provide individual and small-group instruction to meet diverse student needs and encourage the development of individual artistic skills.
  • Select and utilize a variety of age-appropriate and skill-appropriate artistic media, materials, techniques, and resources in alignment with state standards.
  • Introduce students to a variety of artists, artistic styles, cultures, and traditions to develop an understanding and appreciation of diverse forms of artistic expression.
  • Evaluate and document student growth, artistic development, understanding, and application of art concepts and techniques.
  • Maintain responsibility for school-owned art equipment, materials, and supplies, including proper storage, inventory, maintenance, and arranging for repairs as necessary.
  • Collaborate with staff and administration to plan and provide art displays, exhibitions, projects, and activities for assemblies, performances, special events, and school-wide initiatives.
  • Communicate effectively with parents, colleagues, and administrators regarding student progress, program goals, and expectations.
  • Participate in the selection of instructional resources and the requisitioning and ordering of art materials, supplies, and equipment.
  • Maintain a safe, organized, and accessible classroom environment appropriate for the use of art materials, tools, and equipment.
  • Other duties as assigned by school Principal, Director of Curriculum & Instruction, or Superintendent.

  Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  Knowledge of:

  • Visual art concepts, techniques, processes, and artistic practices.
  • Understanding of child development and age-appropriate instructional strategies for PreK-5 students.
  • Familiarity with Kansas State Standards for Visual Arts Education.
  • Awareness of diverse artists, artistic traditions, styles, cultures, and forms of artistic expression.
  • Classroom management strategies and best practices for student engagement.
  • Assessment methods to evaluate artistic growth, creative development, and student understanding.
  • Appropriate procedures for the safe use, storage, and disposal of art materials and equipment.

  Skills in:

  • Proficiency in a variety of visual art media, techniques, and processes.
  • Ability to plan, organize, and deliver engaging art instruction.
  • Adapting lessons for diverse learners and differentiating instruction.
  • Strong classroom management and organizational skills.
  • Competence in evaluating student progress and providing constructive feedback.
  • Effective communication skills for interacting with students, families and staff.
  • Technological skills for integrating digital tools and resources into art instruction.

  Ability to:

  • Foster an inclusive, positive, and creative classroom environment.
  • Motivate and inspire students to develop their individual artistic abilities and creative expression.
  • Collaborate with colleagues, administrators, and parents to support student success.
  • Manage and maintain art materials, equipment, and resources responsibly.
  • Adapt to changing instructional needs and environments.
  • Uphold professional integrity and model ethical behavior.

  Qualifications & Skills:

  State of Kansas Teacher License with an endorsemnt in Art Education (PreK-12)