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Columbus Preparatory Academy
Elementary Art Teacher
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What they do
An Art Teacher teaches art skills to elementary, secondary school students, or recreationally. Teaches all aspects of art from basic drawing and color theory to advanced techniques and art history.
$49,566 / year median in Ohio
+7% projected growth
Job Description
Elementary Art Teacher (Grades K5) 20262027 School Year Position Summary Columbus Preparatory Academy (CPA) is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and student-centered Elementary Art Teacher to inspire a love of art and creativity in students in grades Kindergarten through 5th grade. The Elementary Art Teacher will provide engaging, standards-based visual arts instruction that encourages creativity, critical thinking, self-expression, and appreciation of the arts while supporting CPA's mission of academic excellence and character development. At CPA, we believe "Excellence Is All We Know." We seek educators who are passionate about building positive relationships with students, maintaining high expectations, and creating meaningful learning experiences that help every child succeed. Essential Responsibilities Instruction & Curriculum Plan and deliver engaging visual arts instruction aligned with Ohio Learning Standards for Visual Arts.
Create lessons that develop artistic techniques, creativity, problem-solving, and appreciation for various art forms and cultures.
Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
Integrate cross-curricular connections when appropriate to reinforce classroom learning.
Foster creativity while maintaining high academic and behavioral expectations. Classroom Environment Create a safe, welcoming, and organized art classroom that encourages creativity and responsible use of materials.
Establish routines and procedures that promote student independence and respect.
Maintain classroom supplies, equipment, and inventory.
Demonstrate and enforce proper safety procedures when using art materials and tools. Student Growth Assess student progress using a variety of formative and summative assessments.
Provide timely, meaningful feedback that encourages artistic growth and confidence.
Celebrate student achievement through classroom displays, school exhibits, and community showcases when appropriate. Collaboration Collaborate with classroom teachers, intervention staff, and administrators to support student success.
Participate in professional learning communities, staff meetings, and professional development.
Communicate effectively and professionally with families regarding student progress and classroom activities.
Support school-wide events, family engagement opportunities, and special programs as requested.
Create lessons that develop artistic techniques, creativity, problem-solving, and appreciation for various art forms and cultures.
Differentiate instruction to meet the diverse learning needs of all students.
Integrate cross-curricular connections when appropriate to reinforce classroom learning.
Foster creativity while maintaining high academic and behavioral expectations. Classroom Environment Create a safe, welcoming, and organized art classroom that encourages creativity and responsible use of materials.
Establish routines and procedures that promote student independence and respect.
Maintain classroom supplies, equipment, and inventory.
Demonstrate and enforce proper safety procedures when using art materials and tools. Student Growth Assess student progress using a variety of formative and summative assessments.
Provide timely, meaningful feedback that encourages artistic growth and confidence.
Celebrate student achievement through classroom displays, school exhibits, and community showcases when appropriate. Collaboration Collaborate with classroom teachers, intervention staff, and administrators to support student success.
Participate in professional learning communities, staff meetings, and professional development.
Communicate effectively and professionally with families regarding student progress and classroom activities.
Support school-wide events, family engagement opportunities, and special programs as requested.