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.
Part-Time Montessori Art Teacher - Grades K-8 The Columbus Montessori School Columbus, OH Job Details Full-time $19 - $20 an hour 1 hour ago Benefits Health insurance Paid time off Qualifications School experience Behavior management Teacher collaboration Classroom teacher experience Working with students Organizational skills Montessori Visual arts painting Student-centered approaches (student motivation techniques) Time management
Full Job Description Schedule:
11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
Grades:
K-8th
Grade School:
Columbus Montessori Position Overview Columbus Montessori is seeking a creative, collaborative, and student-centered Part-Time Art Teacher to provide engaging visual arts experiences for students in grades K-8. The Art Teacher will develop a program that encourages creativity, independence, exploration, and artistic expression while complementing the Montessori philosophy and classroom curriculum. The ideal candidate understands that art in a Montessori environment is both a form of self-expression and a meaningful connection to culture, history, nature, and the broader world. Essential Responsibilities Plan and facilitate developmentally appropriate art experiences for students in grades 1-8. Introduce students to a variety of artistic media, techniques, artists, cultures, and art movements. Provide opportunities for drawing, painting, sculpture, printmaking, fiber arts, mixed media, and other forms of visual expression. Develop lessons that encourage creativity and individual expression rather than focusing solely on teacher-directed projects. Connect art experiences to classroom studies, including history, geography, science, literature, nature, and cultural studies when appropriate. Differentiate instruction to meet the developmental needs of Lower Elementary, Upper Elementary, and Middle School students. Maintain a beautiful, organized, inviting, and accessible art environment that supports student independence. Teach students to independently select, use, care for, and return art materials. Prepare materials and maintain appropriate inventory of art supplies. Display and celebrate student artwork throughout the school and support schoolwide exhibits or special events. Collaborate with classroom teachers and school leadership on interdisciplinary projects and community experiences. Support students in developing confidence, persistence, problem-solving skills, and respect for their own work and the work of others. Maintain appropriate classroom management consistent with Montessori principles and Columbus Montessori expectations. Maintain a safe environment and teach appropriate use of art materials and equipment. Qualifications Experience teaching art to elementary and/or middle school-aged students preferred. Background in visual arts, art education, education, or related field preferred. Montessori experience or training is preferred but not required; willingness to learn and embrace Montessori philosophy is essential. Ability to work successfully with students across a wide developmental range, from Kindergarten through 8th grade. Strong classroom management, organization, communication, and collaboration skills. Ability to create an inclusive environment where students of varying artistic abilities feel successful and encouraged. Reliable, flexible, creative, and comfortable working collaboratively within a school community. Schedule This is a part-time position working approximately 11:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. on scheduled school days. The Art Teacher will work with students across grades 1-8, with planning and preparation time incorporated into the schedule. Our Approach At Columbus Montessori, we believe children learn best through purposeful, hands-on experiences that foster independence, curiosity, creativity, and a connection to the world around them. Our Art Teacher should provide students with the skills and techniques they need while also giving them the freedom to make choices, experiment, take creative risks, and develop their own artistic voice.
Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
Health insurance Paid time off
Experience:
Art:
1 year (Preferred)
Education:
1 year (Preferred) Ability to
Commute:
Columbus, OH 43227 (Required) Ability to
Relocate:
Columbus, OH 43227: Relocate before starting work (Required)
