Elementary Art Teacher: Inspire Creativity & Projects

Cedar Ridge Elementary; Columbia Township (MO); On-site; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Cedar Ridge Elementary in Columbia, MO is seeking an Art Teacher (Elementary) for the remainder of the 2026-27 school year. The role focuses on classroom instruction in Visual Art, developing engaging lessons aligned to standards, and fostering creativity.

You will collaborate with teachers, communicate with families, and participate in professional development and school events. A Bachelor’s degree with Missouri Art K-12 certification and 3+ years of elementary art teaching experience are

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree; Missouri teacher certificate in Art K-12.
• Preferred: 3+ years of elementary art teaching experience.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement an engaging art curriculum for elementary students.
• Create lesson plans aligned to state and national standards.
• Foster a safe, inclusive classroom environment encouraging creativity.
• Maintain classroom materials and ensure a clean, safe art space.
• Assess student progress through observations, projects, and portfolios.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate art with broader curriculum themes.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about student progress and needs.
• Stay current on best practices in art education and pursue new activities.

Education

Bachelor’s degree; Missouri teacher certificate in Art K-12

3+ years elementary art teaching experience

Job description

Cedar Ridge Elementary in Columbia, MO is seeking an Art Teacher (Elementary) for the remainder of the 2026-27 school year. The role focuses on classroom instruction in Visual Art, developing engaging lessons aligned to standards, and fostering creativity.

You will collaborate with teachers, communicate with families, and participate in professional development and school events. A Bachelor’s degree with Missouri Art K-12 certification and 3+ years of elementary art teaching experience are