Art Teacher
Job Title: Art Teacher
Location: Laurel Hill School
Employment Type: Full-Time (September-June, 10 months)
Salary: 10-month contract $40,000-$45,000, commensurate with experience and qualifications.
Company Overview
Laurel Hill School is a private, independent school committed to fostering academic excellence, creative thinking, and a love of learning in a nurturing environment. With small class sizes, a collaborative faculty culture, and a vibrant community of learners, we aim to develop confident, curious, and compassionate students prepared for the challenges of the future.
Summary
We are seeking an enthusiastic Art Teacher to join our team at The Laurel Hill School. In this role, you will inspire creativity and self-expression among students from Pre-K through 8th Grade, contributing to their overall development in a nurturing educational setting.
Responsibilities
- Design and deliver a rich, developmentally appropriate visual arts curriculum that fosters creativity, skill development, and personal expression
- Teach a variety of media and techniques, including (but not limited to) drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, collage, and mixed media
- Organize and display student artwork throughout the school and coordinate exhibits such as an annual art show or contributions to community events
- Integrate art projects with other areas of the curriculum to support interdisciplinary learning
- Provide individual and group instruction that adapts to diverse learning styles and abilities
- Maintain an organized, inspiring, and safe studio space with appropriate care of tools and materials
- Collaborate with faculty to support school events and productions where visual arts may contribute (e.g., stage sets, posters, festival decor)
- Maintain accurate records of student progress and communicate regularly with families
- Participate fully in faculty meetings, school duties, and ongoing professional development
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Art Education or related field preferred.
- Experience working with children in an educational setting, familiarity with child development and working knowledge progressive educational practices is essential
- Strong behavior management skills to maintain a conducive classroom environment.
- Familiarity with learning technology that can enhance the art curriculum is a plus.
- Ability to work collaboratively with parents and staff to support student growth.
Personal Attributes
- Warm, enthusiastic, and deeply committed to student growth
- Reflective practitioner eager to learn, grow, and contribute to a collaborative faculty culture
- Flexible, creative, and adaptive in meeting the needs of a diverse student population
- Dedicated to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and equitable learning environment
Why Join Laurel Hill School?
At Laurel Hill, we believe in the transformative power of early childhood education. Our school community is warm, collaborative, and child-centered, with a deep respect for both tradition and innovation. Teachers at Laurel Hill are supported as professionals and celebrated as individuals. Join us in shaping the next generation of curious, kind, and confident learners.
Application Process
To apply, please submit your resume and a cover letter describing your educational philosophy, relevant experience, and interest in early childhood education.
Please apply via this form: https://shorturl.at/lV0Bx
Only applications submitted via this form will be considered
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $4,000.00 - $4,500.00 per month
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Application Question(s):
- Have you applied via the link in the job description? Only those applications will be considered
Work Location: In person
