K-5 Art Educator – Long-Term Substitute

North Shore Country Day School; Winnetka (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits-Eligible

Job summary

North Shore Country Day School in Winnetka, IL seeks a full-time Lower School Art Long Term Substitute Teacher (JK-5th) for the 2026-2027 school year, starting immediately. The role includes teaching art, participating in duties, and supporting the lower school community.

A Bachelor's degree in elementary education or art is preferred, a Master’s is encouraged, and three+ years of teaching art experience are valued. Salary is $195–$250 per school day; benefits eligible.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of relevant teaching experience.
• Demonstrable talent and passion for teaching visual art to Lower School students (JK–5th).
• Commitment to making the classroom a joyful and expressive space for students.

Responsibilities

• Support the lower school community by participating in regular duties (recesses, lunches, carline) and attend faculty meetings.
• Teach the Lower School Arts curriculum with focus on clay, paint, and mixed media.
• Contribute to an inclusive, intercultural environment and stay current with aesthetic education trends.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in elementary education or art

Master’s degree

Job description

North Shore Country Day School in Winnetka, IL seeks a full-time Lower School Art Long Term Substitute Teacher (JK-5th) for the 2026-2027 school year, starting immediately. The role includes teaching art, participating in duties, and supporting the lower school community.

A Bachelor's degree in elementary education or art is preferred, a Master’s is encouraged, and three+ years of teaching art experience are valued. Salary is $195–$250 per school day; benefits eligible.