Saturday Academy Art Lead Teacher

Horizons Greater Washington

Saturday Academy Art Lead Teacher

About Horizons Greater Washington

Horizons Greater Washington (HGW) provides year-round academic enrichment and summer learning opportunities for more than 400 students in grades 1–9. Through long-term partnerships with students, families, schools, and communities, we inspire the joy of learning while supporting academic achievement, social-emotional growth, and confidence.

Position Summary

Horizons Greater Washington (HGW) seeks a creative and enthusiastic Art Teacher to inspire students in grades 1–8 through hands-on, student-centered visual arts instruction during the Saturday Academy. The Art Teacher creates an engaging classroom where students build creativity, confidence, and self-expression while developing artistic skills. Working closely with the Site Director, the Art Teacher helps foster a joyful learning environment that reflects HGW's commitment to the whole child.

2026-2027 Program Dates

16 Saturdays: September 19, 2026 – April 10, 2027

2026: Sept 19, Sept 26, Oct 10, Oct 17, Oct 24, Nov 7, Nov 21, Dec 5

2027: Jan 9, Jan 16, Jan 30, Feb 6, Feb 13, Feb 27, Mar 13, April 3

Schedule

Saturdays from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (or until student dismissal). In addition, the position includes three hours of planning time for every Saturday you teach, which may be completed remotely to prepare for the three student groups.

Program Location

Bancroft Elementary School, 1755 Newton St. NW, Washington, DC 20010

Core Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching & Student Engagement

• Plan and deliver engaging, hands-on art lessons for students in grades 1–8.
• Teach up to three one-hour art classes each Saturday, serving approximately 15–20 students per class.
• Foster creativity, artistic exploration, and self-expression through a variety of visual arts media and techniques.
• Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs and abilities of students.
• Create a positive classroom culture that encourages collaboration, curiosity, and confidence.

Classroom & Program Management:

• Establish and maintain a safe, organized, and inclusive learning environment.
• Implement positive behavior management practices aligned with HGW's youth development approach.
• Support the Pyramid of Program Quality by promoting Engagement, Interaction, Supportive Environment, and Safe Environment.
• Prepare, organize, and maintain art materials, supplies, and classroom spaces.
• Communicate regularly with the Site Director regarding student progress, classroom needs, and program operations.
• Participate in staff meetings, trainings and program planning as requested.
• Maintain reliable attendance and actively contribute to a positive team culture.

Qualifications

Required

• High school diploma or GED equivalent
• Experience teaching elementary and/or middle school students in a classroom, camp, after-school, or enrichment setting.
• Demonstrated ability to plan and deliver engaging, project-based lessons.
• Strong classroom management and relationship-building skills.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues and families.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and HGW's mission of expanding educational opportunity.

Preferred

• Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience
• Teaching certification in Art
• Experience supporting multilingual learners and students with diverse learning needs.
• Demonstrated ability to create inclusive, engaging, and culturally responsive learning environments.

Pay Rate and Hours

$32.19 per hour.

Background Check Requirements

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of required DC background screenings, including:

• FBI Fingerprinting
• DC Child Protection Registry
• Metropolitan Police Criminal Background Check
• National Sex Offender Registry

How to Apply

Please submit:

• Resume
• Brief cover letter describing your interest and relevant experience

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Environmental and Physical Conditions

This position requires standing, walking, lifting up to 20 pounds, supervising children indoors and outdoors, and responding appropriately during emergencies.

Horizons Greater Washington is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, personal appearance, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibilities, political affiliation, disability, genetic information, matriculation, source of income, place of business or residence, pregnancy, homeless status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.