Art Teacher

K–8 Art Teacher

Location: Concord Academy of Petoskey – Petoskey, Michigan

Compensation: Hourly rate to be determined based on qualifications and experience

Position Overview:

We are seeking a passionate and creative part-time K–8 Art Teacher to provide engaging art instruction for students in kindergarten through eighth grade. This is an exciting opportunity to inspire artistic expression, creativity, and critical thinking in a student-centered educational environment that values hands-on learning, collaboration, and individualized instruction.

About Our Educational Program:

Concord Academy of Petoskey provides an inspiring and challenging learning environment that develops critical and creative thinking through the integration of fine arts, STEM (STEAM), and project-based learning.

Our program emphasizes creativity, exploration, and differentiated instruction to support each student's unique abilities and interests. Through meaningful artistic experiences, students are encouraged to develop their skills, express themselves, explore diverse artistic techniques, and make connections between art and other academic subjects.

Key Responsibilities:

Plan and deliver engaging, standards-aligned art instruction for students in grades K–8.

Develop age-appropriate art lessons introducing a variety of artistic techniques, materials, media, and styles.

Encourage creativity, self-expression, experimentation, and artistic problem-solving.

Differentiate instruction to accommodate diverse abilities, developmental levels, and learning needs.

Integrate art with core academic subjects, STEAM activities, and project-based learning.

Introduce students to art history, artistic traditions, and diverse artists and cultures.

Foster a positive, inclusive, and supportive classroom environment.

Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback to support artistic growth.

Organize and maintain art supplies, materials, and equipment while ensuring a safe learning environment.

Collaborate with colleagues to incorporate creative projects and interdisciplinary learning experiences.

Communicate effectively with families and colleagues regarding student progress and classroom activities.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in art education, fine arts, education, or a related field.

Valid Michigan Teaching Certificate appropriate for the assigned grade levels and teaching responsibilities.

Strong knowledge of art techniques, materials, media, and instructional practices.

Ability to develop engaging art lessons for students in kindergarten through eighth grade.

Passion for fostering creativity, artistic expression, and hands-on learning.

Ability to differentiate instruction to meet a range of student abilities and learning styles.

Strong classroom management, organizational, and communication skills.

Ability to integrate art with other academic subjects and STEAM-focused learning.

Commitment to creating an inclusive, encouraging, and student-centered learning environment.