Part-Time Art Teacher

Archdiocese of St. Louis; Missouri; On-site; USD 27,552 - 41,328; Part time

Job summary

The Archdiocese of St. Louis is seeking a Part-Time Art Teacher at St. Agnes Catholic Church, responsible for delivering engaging visual arts instruction to students in grades Pre-K through 8. The ideal candidate will foster creativity while integrating Catholic values into their teaching. Responsibilities include planning art lessons, maintaining classroom environments, organizing student artwork displays, and participating in school functions. A Missouri Teaching Certification is required, and previous teaching experience in a Catholic setting is preferred.

Qualifications

• Missouri Teaching Certification required, eligibility to obtain certification is acceptable.
• Previous teaching experience in a Catholic or private school is preferred.
• Practicing Catholic preferred, strong support for Catholic education mission.

Responsibilities

• Plan and teach engaging art lessons aligned with curriculum.
• Create a positive and inclusive classroom environment.
• Integrate Catholic values into art instruction.
• Organize and display student artwork at events.
• Maintain classroom materials and ensure safe use of resources.
• Collaborate with staff on cross-curricular projects.
• Support school-wide events through visual arts.
• Maintain accurate student records and communicate progress.

Skills

Classroom management

Communication

Organizational skills

Education

Missouri Teaching Certification (Art K–12 preferred)

Job description

Job Summary

The Part-Time Art Teacher (one day a week) at St. Agnes Catholic Church is responsible for delivering engaging, developmentally appropriate visual arts instruction to students in grades Pre-K through 8. The successful candidate will foster creativity while integrating Catholic values and contributing to the spiritual and academic growth of students.

Job Responsibilities

Plan and teach art lessons that reflect both the Archdiocesan curriculum and national standards for visual arts education.

Foster a positive, inclusive, and creative classroom environment that encourages artistic expression and critical thinking.

Integrate Catholic values and teachings into art instruction when appropriate.

Organize and display student artwork throughout the school and at school/parish events.

Maintain classroom materials, order supplies, and ensure safe use of art equipment and resources.

Collaborate with classroom teachers and school staff on cross‑curricular or special projects.

Support school-wide liturgical, cultural, and community events through visual arts.

Maintain accurate student records and communicate progress to parents and administration.

Participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and school functions as required.

Uphold and model the values of the Catholic faith in personal and professional interactions.

Job Requirements

Missouri Teaching Certification (Art K–12 preferred) or eligibility to obtain certification.

Previous teaching experience in a school setting, preferably Catholic or private.

Practicing Catholic preferred; must support the mission of Catholic education.

Strong classroom management, communication, and organizational skills.

Ability to inspire and nurture creativity across a wide range of age groups and skill levels.

The Archdiocese of St. Louis Catholic Education and Formation is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.