Art Teacher
American School Dhahran (ASD)
Aug 13, 2026
Position Description
- Location: Al Khobar, Eastern, Saudi Arabia
- School / Site: American School Dharan
- Division / Department: High School
- Position Type: Teacher
- Works days / Hours: 191 Days @ 8 Hours per day
- Position status: Full Time
- Salary code: Teacher
- Eligible Applicants: Saudi, Dependent
- Position start date: As Soon As Possible
- Application deadline: Until filled
- Reports To: Brent A. Wingers,Principal
- Requisition Number: 04-2627-074
Summary
We are looking for an Art teacher to teach our high school students. The Art teacher will be part of a dynamic and highly successful Art department.
Position Duties
The successful candidate will be expected to:
- Demonstrate commitment to the safety and security of children and young people (child protection).
- Be flexible and adaptable to changes including changes with regards to distance learning if necessary.
- Plan and deliver HS art and IB visual arts lessons in accordance with the goals and objectives of a clearly defined and documented curriculum.
- Deliver an active, hands-on, and student-centered program to promote learning in art courses for students at the High school levels.
- Guide and support IB students in developing their portfolios.
- Maintain student's attendance records, grades, and other required records.
- Evaluate and grade student's class works and assignments.
- Compile, administer, and grade examinations.
- Assist students who need extra help with their coursework.
- Observe, monitor, and record student progress.
- Respond appropriately to the range of individual needs and abilities within the class.
- Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions.
- Plan and facilitate exhibitions and art shows for students to showcase their work.
- Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction.
- Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences.
- Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues.
- Support district and school initiatives with professionalism.
- Demonstrate creativity.
- Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues.
- Provide supervision to students “after school activity” or coach/assistant coach the athletic team.
- Maintain a safe learning environment for students and staff at all times.
- Perform other duties as assigned by the Assistant Principal or Principal.
Qualifications and Knowledge
The ideal candidate will have:
- Minimum of Bachelor’s degree (Master’s degree preferred).
- Certification as a teacher.
Experience and Skills
The ideal candidate will have:
Experience
- Experience as an Art teacher, preferably at high school levels.
Skills
- Excellent command of English, both written and oral.
- Highly-developed classroom management skill.
- Outstanding verbal and written communication skills.
- Sound knowledge of Google Suite and Microsoft Office.
- Maturity to handle a range of situations.
- Loyalty and a high level of confidentiality.