Lower School Art Teacher (Substitute) (60450)

Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton; Atherton (CA); On-site; USD 82,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

Sacred Heart Schools, Atherton is seeking a Lower School Art Teacher (Substitute) to provide engaging art instruction for grades 1–8. The role includes preparing curricula, evaluating student work, and maintaining accurate records within a Catholic independent school setting.

The candidate should foster equity, contribute to a positive learning culture, and be willing to support advisory activities and after-hours events as needed.

Qualifications

• BA degree and 3 years of relevant teaching experience.
• Master’s degree and/or teaching credential strongly preferred.
• Portfolio demonstrating art activities and passion for art.
• Commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Ability to teach middle school-level courses in another discipline within their subject area.
• Desire to adapt to and contribute to the school’s curriculum and programs.

Responsibilities

• Teaches art to students in grades 1-8.
• Prepares course materials such as syllabi and assignments.
• Maintains attendance records, grades, and reports.
• Evaluates student work and provides meaningful feedback.
• Plans and revises curricula and instructional methods.
• Uses effective classroom management for learning.
• Collaborates with colleagues to renew curriculum and assessments.
• Contributes to a vibrant faculty learning culture.
• Maintains office hours to advise and assist students.
• Engages in professional development and attends required meetings.

Skills

Art teaching

Equity & inclusion

English fluency

Spanish (valued)

Education

BA degree in a relevant field

Master’s degree in a relevant field

Teaching credential in relevant subject

Independent/Catholic school experience

Job description

Position Title: Lower School Art Teacher (Substitute)

Department: P-8

Reports To: Principal of P-8

FLSA Classification: Temporary

FTE (Full-Time Equivalent): 100%

Salary: $82,000- $173,502 annual/salary depending upon level of education and experience

Position Purpose: The art teacher is responsible for all aspects of creating a dynamic learning environment for students and may serve as advisor in middle school.

Specific Expectations for P-8 Faculty: In addition to regular teaching responsibilities - such as curriculum planning, class preparation, grade reporting, report card narratives, parent-teacher conferences, supervision duties, classroom substitution, advisory, elective teaching, office hours, and participation in class trips - P-8 faculty are expected to contribute to the broader school community and support program growth. This includes building a strong sense of community for students, promoting a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement, engaging in professional development and training opportunities, and attending required meetings and events, such as Director's Days, Open Houses, accreditation meetings, and class overnight trips, as directed by your supervisor.

Essential Functions

• Teaches art successfully to students in grades 1-8
• Prepares course materials such as syllabi, homework assignments, and student resources.
• Maintains accurate student attendance records, grades, and other required records.
• Evaluates student work and provides meaningful feedback to guide learning / growth.
• Plans, evaluates, and revises curricula, course content, course materials, and methods of instruction.
• Uses effective class management techniques to ensure effective learning.
• Collaborates with colleagues to develop and renew curriculum and other school programs, including contributes positively to team that co-creates shared curriculum and assessments across sections of a course.
• Contributes actively to build a vibrant faculty/staff learning culture.
• Maintains regularly scheduled office hours in order to advise and assist students.
• Maintains expertise in subject matter and pedagogy through professional development.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• BA degree in a relevant field and three years of relevant teaching experience. Prior experience working in an independent/Catholic school environment and/or Master’s degree in a relevant field and /or teaching credential in appropriate subject matter strongly preferred.
• Portfolio demonstrating current and past art activities and demonstrated passion for art.
• Demonstrated commitment to equity and inclusion.
• Demonstrated ability to teach middle school-level course(s) in at least one other discipline within their subject area.
• Demonstrated ability to teach students with joy and verve.
• A strong understanding of and commitment to pedagogy aligned with the National Council of Teachers in their subject matter.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate innovative technology to support student learning.
• Demonstrated ability to support all learners, including those with an identified learning difference or disability.
• Obvious passion for their subject area and fostering that passion in students.
• Willingness to adapt to an existing curriculum as well as contribute ideas to enhance the respective academic and other school programs.
• Fluency in reading, writing and speaking in English, as well as outstanding interpersonal skills; additional skills in Spanish are valued and preferred.
• A clear commitment to the educational philosophy of the school as articulated in the Goals and Criteria of Sacred Heart Schools and professional behavior based on it.

Physical Requirements And Work Environment

• Works in an often highly stressful environment dealing with a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a varied and diverse array of contacts.
• Demonstrated excellent attendance and punctuality.
• May work at a desk and computer for extended periods of time.
• Work primarily in a traditional climate controlled classroom environment and intermittently in outside weather conditions, including heat and cold typical to the Mid-Peninsula in the Bay Area.
• Be able to occasionally lift up to 30 lbs. and regularly travel safely and comfortably over a 63 acre campus
• Available and willing to attend and work some evenings/weekends and on occasional overnight trips.
• Abide by school's current safety policies (ex: wearing masks, washing hands, etc.)