K-8 Visual Arts Teacher - Inspire Creativity & Growth

Grand Rapids Public Schools; Grand Rapids (MI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 94,000; Full time

Job summary

Grand Rapids Public Schools North Park Montessori School in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Visual Arts Teacher to lead a PreK-8 art program and foster scholar growth. The role involves developing a high-quality art curriculum, teaching 2-D/3-D/art across media, and collaborating with the Fine Arts team and feeder schools.

You will differentiate instruction for diverse learners and help prepare scholars for the City Wide Art Show while aligning to district standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in art education required or certification in K-12 art education.
• Demonstrated success teaching beginning or junior art scholars is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop a high-quality school art program aligned with Elements and Principles of Art & Design.
• Teach 2-D, 3-D, and digital art where applicable.
• Differentiate instruction to meet diverse learner needs.
• Collaborate with Fine Arts department and feeder schools; participate in district art shows.
• Maintain classroom management, safety, and positive scholar growth.

Skills

Art education

Curriculum planning

Differentiated instruction

Education

Bachelor’s degree in art education

K-12 art teacher certification

Job description

Grand Rapids Public Schools North Park Montessori School in Grand Rapids, MI is seeking a Visual Arts Teacher to lead a PreK-8 art program and foster scholar growth. The role involves developing a high-quality art curriculum, teaching 2-D/3-D/art across media, and collaborating with the Fine Arts team and feeder schools.

You will differentiate instruction for diverse learners and help prepare scholars for the City Wide Art Show while aligning to district standards.