K-8 Art Teacher

Hartley-Melvin-Sanborn Comm School District; Des Moines, Northern (IA, KY); Hybrid; USD 21,000 - 39,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Christian School in Fort Dodge, Iowa, is seeking a creative and passionate Part-time Art Teacher for grades K–8 to join our Christ-centered learning community.

The ideal candidate will plan and teach art lessons, foster creativity and self-expression, maintain a safe classroom, assess progress, and collaborate with staff during the school year.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Art Education or related field preferred
• Experience teaching art to elementary and middle school students preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills
• Commitment to Christian education and the mission of Community Christian School

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach art lessons for students in Grades K–8
• Foster creativity, critical thinking, and self-expression through various art mediums
• Develop age-appropriate projects that align with curriculum goals
• Display and celebrate student artwork within the school community
• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback
• Maintain a safe and organized classroom and manage art supplies effectively
• Collaborate with staff and participate in school activities and events as needed

Skills

Communication

Organizational skills

Classroom management

Faith-aligned teaching

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Art Education or related field

Job description

K-8 Art Teacher

TeachIowa Community Christian School, Fort Dodge, Iowa.

Job Details

Job ID: 5576592

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Mar 09, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 10, 2026

Job Description

Part-Time K–8 Art Teacher

Community Christian School

Location: Community Christian School – Fort Dodge, Iowa

Job Type: Part-time Teacher

Schedule: School-year position

Community Christian School is seeking a creative and passionate Art Teacher for Grades K–8 to join our Christ-centered learning community on a part-time basis. The ideal candidate will inspire students to explore their artistic talents, develop their skills, and express themselves creatively while integrating Christian values into instruction.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and teach art lessons for students in Grades K–8


• Foster creativity, critical thinking, and self-expression through various art mediums


• Develop age-appropriate projects that align with curriculum goals


• Display and celebrate student artwork within the school community


• Assess student progress and provide constructive feedback


• Maintain a safe and organized classroom and manage art supplies effectively


• Collaborate with staff and participate in school activities and events as needed

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Art Education or related field preferred


• Experience teaching art to elementary and middle school students preferred


• Strong communication, organizational, and classroom management skills


• Commitment to Christian education and the mission of Community Christian School

Faith Requirement:

• A personal commitment to Jesus Christ and agreement with the mission and values of Community Christian School


• Ability to model Christian character and integrate faith into classroom instruction


• Applicant must agree with the school's Statement of Faith.

Schedule: Part-time during the school year; specific hours and days to be decided

Position Type: Part-time

Job Categories:

• Classroom Teacher > Art


• Classroom Teacher > Elementary

Contact Information

• Sarah Diaz , Business Administrator


• Community Christian School


• Phone: [phone]


• Email: [e-mail]