Art Teacher - Our Lady of Lourdes School - Bethesda Maryland

Archdiocese of Washington•Bethesda, MD

About The Position

Our Lady of Lourdes School in Bethesda, Maryland, is hiring a part-time Art Teacher for the 2026–27 school year. The teacher will teach art to all grades and report to the Principal. The role is responsible for delivering instruction based on approved curricula and the school’s mission, while creating a safe, orderly, and Catholic learning environment. The teacher plans lessons aligned with Archdiocese of Washington academic and religious standards, adapts instruction using assessment data, and meets the varied needs of students. Responsibilities also include classroom management, communicating student progress and assignments to families, fostering Catholic beliefs and practices, and carrying out required school duties and professional development. Duties may be expanded or modified at the discretion of the Principal.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
Current teacher certification in Maryland, Virginia, or Washington, DC; candidates have three years from hire to earn certification.
Knowledge of child development and supervision.
Must obtain required religious certification, as required.

Nice To Haves

Experience teaching in an elementary school setting.

Responsibilities

Create lesson plans aligned with Archdiocese of Washington Academic and Religious Standards, using assessment results to inform instruction and addressing students’ varied learning needs.
Deliver a balanced instructional program using direct and guided instruction, individual and group practice, questioning, demonstration, discovery, discussion, lectures, and hands-on activities.
Administer formal and informal assessments, differentiate instruction based on results, and assign classwork and homework that support lesson objectives.
Establish classroom procedures and clear rules, maintain a positive and orderly learning environment, set high expectations, and ensure interactions reflect Catholic values.
Maintain a grade book, monitor student progress, and communicate grades, assignments, projects, and concerns to students, parents, and administration.
Post current homework, projects, and grades to the school grade book portal; use email, notes, and phone calls to communicate with parents.
Hold parent conferences when academic or behavioral intervention is needed and produce quarterly progress reports and report cards.
Foster Catholic beliefs, traditions, practices, and social justice; witness service to others; and lead and encourage classroom prayer.
Assist with planning liturgical ceremonies and attend Catholic liturgical ceremonies as required.
Plan and teach religion classes aligned with ADW Religion Standards, if applicable.
Perform required duties such as carpool, recess, lunch, and classroom teacher substitution.
Sponsor clubs and other school activities as required.
Attend Home and School meetings, other after-hours school events as required, and required faculty and professional development meetings.