Middle School Art Teacher

Inspired Education; Lombardia; On-site; EUR 38,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Inspired Education's St. Louis School in Milan seeks an enthusiastic Art Teacher to join the Colonna Campus from August 2026. The role covers Middle School Art (Years 7–9) and focuses on creative skill development within an international British-curriculum environment.

You will inspire students, manage classrooms effectively and help exhibitions and events that showcase student work, while collaborating with colleagues across disciplines and maintaining safeguarding standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts, Art Education or a closely related field.
• PGCE or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Art at secondary or upper primary level (ages 11–14).
• Native-level or near-native proficiency in English, with excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent certification preferred.
• An EU passport or valid visa to work in Italy would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of the British curriculum is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Art lessons aligned with the school’s curriculum and the British educational framework.
• Develop students’ skills across various artistic techniques, media and processes with structured teaching.
• Foster creativity, critical thinking and individual artistic expression.
• Create a positive, inclusive studio environment encouraging experimentation.
• Assess and report on student progress to ensure high attainment.
• Prepare students for progression into IGCSE Art pathways and exhibitions.
• Collaborate with colleagues on cross-curricular projects and best practice sharing.
• Engage with parents and the wider school community while upholding safeguarding.

Skills

English proficiency

Classroom management

Collaborative teaching

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts

PGCE

QTS or equivalent certification

Tools

IGCSE Art & Design familiarity

Digital art tools

Job description

Inspired Education is the leading global group of premium schools, with a portfolio of 125 premium private schools spanning 6 continents which utilise proven educational practices from every corner of the globe, ensuring over 95,000 students receive a world-class learning experience from Kindergarten to Year 13.

In 28 countries, Inspired schools are individually developed and anchored in the vibrant cultures of their respective locations. They collectively form an international family of schools that nurtures each student's academic and personal development in a progressive, dynamic, and innovative learning environment.

By joining our award-winning team of over 14,000 employees, you can work in state-of-the-art facilities alongside industry-renowned educators and leaders in some of the world's most desirable locations. We invest heavily in our team members who enjoy industry-leading professional development, exceptional career opportunities, and mobility across our group.

ROLE SUMMARY:

St. Louis School is a leading international school in Milan and part of the Inspired Education Group, a global network of premium schools committed to excellence in academics, arts and sports. Teaching and learning are delivered in English, and students are prepared for progression into IGCSE and IBDP pathways within the St. Louis School group.

We are seeking a well-qualified and enthusiastic Art Teacher to join the Colonna Campus from August 2026. The successful candidate will teach Art across the Middle School years (Years 7–9 / Key Stage 3 equivalent).

The ideal candidate will inspire creativity, develop students’ technical and expressive skills, and foster a strong appreciation of visual arts within a dynamic international environment.

In addition to this position, you may also be interested in our in-person Inspired Careers Event in London on Saturday 23rd January 2027. This school and over 30 other UK and international Inspired schools will be attending to connect with teachers seeking new roles starting from August 2027.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver high-quality, engaging Art lessons aligned with the school’s curriculum and the British educational framework.
• Develop students’ skills across a range of artistic techniques, media and processes through structured and differentiated teaching.
• Foster creativity, critical thinking and individual artistic expression.
• Create a positive, inclusive and stimulating studio/classroom environment that encourages experimentation and risk-taking.
• Assess, monitor and report on student progress to ensure high standards of attainment.
• Prepare students effectively for progression into IGCSE Art pathways.
• Organise and contribute to exhibitions, displays and events that celebrate student work.
• Collaborate with colleagues on cross-curricular projects, curriculum development and sharing of best practice.
• Maintain high standards of behaviour and contribute to pastoral care.
• Engage positively with parents and the wider school community.
• Uphold safeguarding and child protection procedures at all times.

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE WILL HAVE:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts, Art Education or a closely related field.
• PGCE or equivalent recognised teaching qualification.
• Experience teaching Art at secondary or upper primary level (ages 11–14).
• Strong classroom management and organisational skills.
• Native-level or near-native proficiency in English, with excellent written and spoken communication skills.
• A collaborative, student-centred and reflective approach to teaching.
• Confidence in a wide range of artistic media, including traditional and digital practices.
• Experience within the British curriculum (desirable).
• Experience in an international or multilingual school setting (desirable).
• Familiarity with IGCSE Art & Design (desirable).
• Qualified Teacher Status (QTS) or equivalent certification preferred.
• An EU passport or valid visa to work in Italy would be advantageous.
• Knowledge of the British curriculum is preferred.

SAFEGUARDING STATEMENT:

Inspired Education Group is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and expects all staff, volunteers and other third parties to share this commitment. Safer recruitment practices and pre-employment background checks will be undertaken before any appointment is confirmed.

SCHOOL APPLICATION FORM:

Please download and complete our Inspired Application Form and submit alongside your CV.

Inspired Academic Teaching Application Form
Inspired Non-Teaching Application Form

La ricerca è aperta anche a candidati appartenenti alle categorie protette ai sensi della Legge 68/99 (collocamento mirato delle persone con disabilità).

This opportunity is also open to candidates belonging to protected categories under Italian Law 68/99 (targeted employment of persons with disabilities).

Visit our careers site for more information; https://jobs.inspirededu.com