Art Teacher - Mt Carmel Guild Academy

Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Newark•West Orange, NJ

32d•$55,000 - $65,000•Onsite

About The Position

Mount Carmel Guild Academy is seeking a creative and compassionate Teacher of Art to provide engaging art instruction to students in grades Pre-K–12 within a private special education school setting. The Teacher of Art will introduce students to artistic techniques such as painting, sketching, design, and sculpture while encouraging creativity, self-expression, and the development of fine and gross motor skills.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Valid New Jersey Department of Education Teacher of Art certification required
Zero to one year of teaching experience required

Nice To Haves

Experience working with students with special needs is a plus

Responsibilities

Design and deliver engaging, age-appropriate art lessons and activities
Demonstrate artistic methods, techniques, and procedures
Support students’ creativity, confidence, and self-expression
Develop activities that strengthen fine and gross motor skills
Contribute appropriate information to students’ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
Maintain accurate records and inventory of art supplies
Use the school-wide behavior management system to address student needs consistently
Communicate effectively with students, families, child study teams, and school staff
Provide classroom coverage when needed
Perform other duties assigned by the Principal