Lower School Art Teacher — Long-Term Substitute

NORTH SHORE COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL; New Trier Township (IL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 46,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits eligible

Job summary

North Shore Country Day School seeks a full-time Lower School Elementary Art long-term substitute teacher (JK–5th) for the 2026-2027 year. Starting immediately, the role requires a strong background in art education and a passion for fostering joy and expression in young learners.

The position entails teaching art to Lower School students, participating in daily duties, and engaging with a diverse community.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in elementary education or art is preferred.
• Master’s degree is encouraged.
• Three or more years of relevant teaching experience.
• Demonstrable talent and passion for teaching visual art to Lower School (JK–5th).
• Commitment to a joyful and expressive classroom environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach Lower School art to JK–5th grade.
• Support the lower school community with duties such as recesses, lunches and carline.
• Attend regular faculty meetings and participate in school duties as needed.

Skills

Art Teaching

Curriculum Development

Intercultural Competencies

Visual Arts

Art History

Education

Bachelor's degree in Elementary Education or Art

Master's degree encouraged

Tools

Electronic portfolio

Job description

North Shore Country Day School seeks a full-time Lower School Elementary Art long-term substitute teacher (JK–5th) for the 2026-2027 year. Starting immediately, the role requires a strong background in art education and a passion for fostering joy and expression in young learners.

The position entails teaching art to Lower School students, participating in daily duties, and engaging with a diverse community.