Art Teacher

Archdiocese of St. Louis • O’Fallon, MO

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Art Teacher is responsible for delivering a comprehensive visual arts program that fosters creativity, critical thinking, and artistic expression while supporting the mission of Catholic education. The teacher integrates faith, culture, and artistic tradition, encouraging students to explore beauty, truth, and meaning through art.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Art, Education, or a related field
• Ability to teach art to children in junior high and high school setting
• Strong organizational, classroom management, and communication skills
• Dependable, creative, and professional demeanor
• Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Catholic education

Nice To Haves

• Valid teaching certification or eligibility
• Previous experience teaching art in a school setting
• Experience working with a variety of age levels and skill ranges
• Practicing Catholic or willingness to support Catholic faith practices

Responsibilities

• Plan and deliver developmentally appropriate Jr/Sr high school 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
• Coordinate and manage the publications classes products that include school newsletter/periodical “THE GLEANER”, high school yearbook, and work with school social media postings
• Be the main point of contact for yearbook publication company and agency
• Manage the budget of the yearbook
• 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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees